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Chapter 3 - part 2: Organization of the Nervous System

Pregunta 1 de 21

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What are the two most basic divisions of the nervous system?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system

  • brain and spinal cord

  • sympathetic division and parasympathetic division

  • central nervous system and peripheral nervous system

Explicación

Pregunta 2 de 21

1

In which part of the nervous system are the nerves in your hands and feet found?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • peripheral

  • vascular

  • parasympathetic

  • skeletal

Explicación

Pregunta 3 de 21

1

Which major division of the nervous system is comprised of the somatic nervous system and the autonomic nervous system?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • skeletal

  • central

  • afferent

  • peripheral

Explicación

Pregunta 4 de 21

1

What system allows you both to notice a buzzing near your ear and to swat the mosquito away?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • autonomic nervous system

  • somatic nervous system

  • limbic system

  • endocrine system

Explicación

Pregunta 5 de 21

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What is the distinction between afferent and efferent nerves?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • Afferent nerves take information to the central nervous system, while efferent nerves take information out from the central nervous system.

  • Afferent nerves are motor neurons, while efferent nerves are sensory neurons.

  • Afferent nerves are in the peripheral nervous system, while efferent nerves are in the central nervous system.

  • Afferent nerves take information to the muscles, while efferent nerves take information to the central nervous system.

Explicación

Pregunta 6 de 21

1

Which division of the nervous system is necessary if you need to intentionally stand up or scratch your nose?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • autonomic

  • parasympathetic

  • sympathetic

  • somatic

Explicación

Pregunta 7 de 21

1

Through which type of nerves does the brain send messages to the skeletal muscles in the legs when you are walking?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • central

  • afferent

  • efferent

  • sensory

Explicación

Pregunta 8 de 21

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Which part of the nervous system controls digestion and the flow of blood?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • somatic

  • motor

  • autonomic

  • central

Explicación

Pregunta 9 de 21

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Which part of the nervous system diverts energy and resources in your body so that you can deal with emergency situations?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • central

  • sympathetic

  • parasympathetic

  • somatic

Explicación

Pregunta 10 de 21

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During what type of situations is the sympathetic nervous system in primary control?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • stress

  • sexual

  • calm

  • fatigue

Explicación

Pregunta 11 de 21

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Zayed was walking down a dark street when he heard a car backfire. His heart started to race, and he began to perspire in response to this sudden, startling noise. Which division of the nervous system is responsible for his reactions?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • sympathetic nervous system

  • parasympathetic nervous system

  • central nervous system

  • somatic nervous system

Explicación

Pregunta 12 de 21

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Karlette took some new medication for her hay fever. The medication made her heart race, and she became agitated and jittery. Which division of the nervous system has been activated by the medication?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • peripheral

  • parasympathetic

  • somatic

  • sympathetic

Explicación

Pregunta 13 de 21

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Which division of your nervous system handles conservation of body resources, including blood pressure reduction and the promotion of digestion?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • central

  • somatic

  • parasympathetic

  • sympathetic

Explicación

Pregunta 14 de 21

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Which division of the nervous system is most likely to be in control of bodily processes during periods of rest and recovery for the body?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • parasympathetic

  • somatic

  • peripheral

  • sympathetic

Explicación

Pregunta 15 de 21

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Robyn has just eaten a full meal and is now relaxing. Which specific division of her nervous system is in primary control at this time?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • sympathetic nervous system

  • parasympathetic nervous system

  • somatic nervous system

  • peripheral nervous system

Explicación

Pregunta 16 de 21

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Brenda was startled when a large shadow unexpectedly passed across her living room window. When she realized that it was just a cloud passing in front of the full moon, her racing heart began to slow, and her blood pressure started to return to normal. What division of the nervous system controlled the reactions as Brenda began to relax?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • somatic nervous system

  • peripheral nervous system

  • sympathetic nervous system

  • parasympathetic nervous system

Explicación

Pregunta 17 de 21

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Johann took some medication for his flu symptoms. Later, Johann began to feel a little faint because the medication caused his heart to beat more slowly and his blood pressure to fall. What system was likely activated by the medication?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • parasympathetic nervous system

  • sympathetic nervous system

  • somatic nervous system

  • central nervous system

Explicación

Pregunta 18 de 21

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What does the central nervous system consist of?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems

  • the somatic and autonomic nervous systems

  • the body’s sensory and motor neurons

  • the brain and the spinal cord

Explicación

Pregunta 19 de 21

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What are the protective membranes that protect the brain and spinal cord?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • meninges

  • myelin sheaths

  • ventricles

  • glia

Explicación

Pregunta 20 de 21

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Which of the following protects the brain as a whole by providing an internal cushion?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • meninges

  • ventricles filled with CSF

  • myelin sheaths

  • synaptic vesicles

Explicación

Pregunta 21 de 21

1

Which of the following is the most accurate representation of the relationship between the brain and spinal cord?

Selecciona una de las siguientes respuestas posibles:

  • The spinal cord communicates with the brain, but is separated by the meninges.

  • The spinal cord receives commands from the brain through nerves and cerebrospinal fluid.

  • The spinal cord and brain contribute independently to the central nervous system.

  • The spinal cord is an extension of the brain.

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