Basic Neurology Flashcards
1
Q
Neurotransmitter for the sympathetic short preganglionic neuron (autonomic)
A
Acetylcholine
2
Q
Neurotransmitter for the sympathetic long postganglionic neuron (autonomic)
A
Norepinephrine
3
Q
Neurotransmitter for the parasympathetic long preganglionic neuron (autonomic)
A
Acetylcholine
4
Q
Neurotransmitter for the parasympathetic short postganglionic neuron (autonomic)
A
Acetylcholine
5
Q
Another word for sympathetic NS
A
Adrenergic
6
Q
Another word for parasympathetic NS
A
Cholinergic
7
Q
Where are the sympathetic (adrenergic) neurons located
A
Thoracic lumbar
8
Q
What are the 5 Sympathetic (adrenergic) receptors
A
- Beta 1
- Beta 2
- Alpha 1
- Alpha 2
- Dopaminergic
9
Q
Alpha 2 receptors are found in what 2 places
A
Postganglionic nerve endings and
Vessels
10
Q
Norepinephrine is _______________ when alpha 2 agonists stimulate the alpha 2 receptors
A
Decreased
