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

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Nervous Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Nervous Tissue

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the nervous system is correct?

The peripheral nervous system is responsible for processing sensory information.

The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord.

Neurons in the nervous system are primarily responsible for producing hormones.

The autonomic nervous system controls voluntary muscle movements.

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Begin by identifying the components of the nervous system: the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS includes the brain and spinal cord, while the PNS consists of nerves outside the CNS.

Understand the role of the central nervous system. It is responsible for processing sensory information and coordinating responses. The statement 'The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord' is correct.

Examine the function of the peripheral nervous system. It is responsible for transmitting sensory information to the CNS and carrying out motor commands from the CNS to the rest of the body.

Clarify the role of neurons. Neurons are specialized cells in the nervous system that transmit electrical signals. They are not primarily responsible for producing hormones; that is the role of endocrine glands.

Differentiate between the autonomic and somatic nervous systems. The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary functions such as heart rate and digestion, while the somatic nervous system controls voluntary muscle movements.