MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A automatic, subconscious responses to stimuli within or outside the body is what?
A
reflex
B
reaction
C
stimulation
D
allergy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: Reflexes are automatic, unconscious responses to changes occurring within or outside the body. Reflexes serve to keep ourselves alive and safe. There are many different types of reflexes, and some change throughout the lifespan.

Detailed explanation-2: -Reflexes are unconscious responses, which means they are automatic and do not require the brain to create the action.

Detailed explanation-3: -A reflex is an involuntary (say: in-VAHL-un-ter-ee), or automatic, action that your body does in response to something-without you even having to think about it. You don’t decide to kick your leg, it just kicks. There are many types of reflexes and every healthy person has them.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are different types of reflexes, including a stretch reflex, Golgi tendon reflex, crossed extensor reflex, and a withdrawal reflex.

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