Physiology Flashcards
1
Q
What is a cholinergic agent
A
A compound that mimics the action of acetylcholine and/or butrylcholine
2
Q
What is acetylcholine
A
A neurotransmitter
3
Q
Which part of the nervous system uses the neurotransmitter acetylcholine almost exclusively to send its messages
A
The parasympathetic nervous system
4
Q
Parts of the body that use or are affected by acetylcholine are referred to as __________
A
Cholinergic
5
Q
Substances that increase the activity of the cholinergic system are called ____________.
A
Cholinergics
6
Q
Substances that decrease the overall activity of the cholinergic system
A
Anticholinergics
