MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

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Check all divisions of the nervous system that apply to the following scenario:You are in class working on a group assignment with friends, when suddenly you “hear” a loud noise from the group next to you. You turn your head toward the noise to “see” what is happening (to obtain more information about the situation). Then you realize you (involuntarily) just took and deep sudden gasp and your heart started pounding, while one of your arms moved and your hand is on your chest. In a couple seconds time, you realize the sound was just a Yeti cup falling onto the floor, no big deal. You return back to working on your assignment, and then notice you’re not breathing heavy and you are back to normal
A
CNS & PNS
B
Autonomic
C
Somatic
D
Sympathetic
E
Parasympathetic
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The nervous system as a whole is divided into two subdivisions: the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).

Detailed explanation-2: -Central nervous system (CNS) Peripheral nervous system(PNS) Autonomic nervous system (ANS).

Detailed explanation-3: -The nervous system consists of two divisions; Central nervous system (CNS) is the integration and command center of the body. Peripheral nervous system (PNS) represents the conduit between the CNS and the body. It is further subdivided into the somatic nervous system (SNS) and the autonomic nervous system (ANS).

Detailed explanation-4: -Your sympathetic nervous system is best known for its role in responding to dangerous or stressful situations. In these situations, your sympathetic nervous system activates to speed up your heart rate, deliver more blood to areas of your body that need more oxygen or other responses to help your get out of danger.

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