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

14. The Autonomic Nervous System

Sympathetic Nervous System

Anatomy & Physiology

14. The Autonomic Nervous System

Sympathetic Nervous System

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an exclusively sympathetic function?

Digestion

Pupil constriction

Salivation

Increased heart rate

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Understand the autonomic nervous system, which is divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. The sympathetic system is often described as the 'fight or flight' system, while the parasympathetic system is known as the 'rest and digest' system.

Identify the functions typically associated with the sympathetic nervous system. These include increasing heart rate, dilating pupils, inhibiting digestion, and increasing blood flow to muscles.

Consider the functions listed in the problem: Digestion, Pupil constriction, Salivation, and Increased heart rate.

Recognize that digestion, pupil constriction, and salivation are primarily controlled by the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes rest and energy conservation.

Conclude that increased heart rate is an exclusively sympathetic function, as it prepares the body for action by increasing blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles.