Distinguish Between The Sympathetic And Parasympathetic Division Of The Autonomic Nervous System Flashcards
In simple terms, what is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic division?
The sympathetic division mobilizes the body during activity, whereas the parasympathetic division promotes maintenance functions and conserves energy.
How do the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions work?
Often when one division stimulates a reaction the other inhibits them.
How is the sympathetic division thought of?
The sympathetic division can sometimes be referred to as the “E” division because it is in charge of emergencies, excitement and exercise.
Why is the parasympathetic division sometimes thought of as the “D” Division?
It is sometimes thought of as the D division as it is in charge of digestion, defecation and diuresis, the production of urine.
How do parasympathetic and sympathetic divisions maintain homeostasis?
They maintain homeostasis by maintaining a dynamic antagonism.
What type of fibres are sympathetic fibres?
The sympathetic fibres are thoracolumbar in origination.
What type of fibres are the parasympathetic fibres?
The parasympathetic fibres are craniosacral.
What does thoracolumbar mean?
Thoracolumbar is the thoracic and lumbar regions of the spine.
Where do sympathetic ganglia lye?
They lye near the spinal cord.
Where do the parasympathetic ganglia lye?
They are located in the visceral effector organs.
