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 Heart3h 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

13. The Peripheral Nervous System

Introduction to the Peripheral Nervous System

Anatomy & Physiology

13. The Peripheral Nervous System

Introduction to the Peripheral Nervous System

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What role does the somatic nervous system play in the human body?

It controls voluntary movements of skeletal muscles.

It manages the rest-and-digest activities.

It is responsible for the fight-or-flight response.

It regulates involuntary functions such as heart rate and digestion.

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Understand the components of the nervous system: The human nervous system is divided into the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The PNS is further divided into the somatic and autonomic nervous systems.

Identify the function of the somatic nervous system: The somatic nervous system is responsible for voluntary control of body movements via skeletal muscles. It involves conscious control and is associated with activities such as walking, talking, and other voluntary actions.

Differentiate between somatic and autonomic nervous systems: The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate. It includes the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems, which manage the fight-or-flight and rest-and-digest responses, respectively.

Recognize the role of motor neurons: The somatic nervous system uses motor neurons to transmit signals from the brain to the skeletal muscles, enabling voluntary movement.

Review the options provided: The correct answer is that the somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements of skeletal muscles, distinguishing it from the autonomic system which manages involuntary functions.