Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

14. The Autonomic Nervous System

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Anatomy & Physiology

14. The Autonomic Nervous System

Parasympathetic Nervous System

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Which of the following statements regarding the autonomic nervous system is NOT correct?

Most parasympathetic ganglia are located in or near the visceral effector organ.

Most viscera are dually innervated by sympathetic and parasympathetic fibers.

Parasympathetic fibers have a craniosacral outflow.

The sympathetic division has short preganglionic fibers and long postganglionic fibers.

The two divisions of the somatic nervous system are sympathetic and parasympathetic.

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Begin by understanding the autonomic nervous system (ANS), which is responsible for involuntary bodily functions and is divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Review the characteristics of the parasympathetic nervous system: it generally has ganglia located in or near the visceral effector organs, and its fibers have a craniosacral outflow.

Examine the sympathetic nervous system: it typically has short preganglionic fibers and long postganglionic fibers, and it is responsible for the 'fight or flight' response.

Consider the concept of dual innervation, where most viscera receive nerve fibers from both the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions, allowing for balanced regulation of organ functions.

Identify the incorrect statement: The somatic nervous system is not divided into sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions; these are divisions of the autonomic nervous system. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements and is distinct from the autonomic system.