hypertension Flashcards

1
Q

where are sympathetic preganglionic neurons located?

A

interomedial cell column

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2
Q

where are parasympathetic preganglionic neurons located?

A

medulla, midbrain, sacral s.c.

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3
Q

are the neurons that control respiratory system apart of the ANS?

A

NO!
These are classic motor neurons

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4
Q

traube hering waves

A

sympathetically mediated fluctuations in blood pressure

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5
Q

3 classes of motor neurons that drive respiratory muscles

A

abdominal (push air out)
phrenic (diaphragm)
thoracic

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6
Q

intrathoracic pressure when air goes in?

A

decreases

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7
Q

herring-broyer reflex

A

stretch receptors
breathe in = increased activation
send to NTS = switched off

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8
Q

contraction of diaphragm

A

increase HR, increase VR, decrease intrathoracic pressure

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9
Q

C1 neurons

A

catecholimergic
in RVLM
constrict blood vessels

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10
Q

C1 inhibition

A

decrease sympathetic activation

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