Physiological regulations Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main goal of physiological regulations?
A
To keep homeostasis, the dynamic constancy of the inner environment.
2
Q
Which 3 system operate at the level of the whole organism?
A
Nervous system
Inner secretion system
Immune system
3
Q
Which system provides the most rapid compensations?
A
Nervous system
4
Q
What is an example of a non-invasive monitoring method?
A
orthoststic vital signs (orthostaticm= changing of body position from horizontal to vertical.
5
Q
Where is the centre of thermoregulation located?
A
In hypothalamus, respiratory centre in brain stem. (medulla oblongata, pons) and cardiovascular centre (medulla oblongata)
