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 divisions of the nervous system allows us to consciously control our skeletal muscles?

Autonomic nervous system

Enteric nervous system

Sympathetic nervous system

Somatic nervous system

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

Learn the function of the somatic nervous system: The somatic nervous system is responsible for voluntary control of skeletal muscles, allowing conscious movement.

Contrast the autonomic nervous system: The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate. It is not involved in conscious control of skeletal muscles.

Understand the enteric nervous system: The enteric nervous system is a subdivision of the autonomic nervous system that specifically governs the gastrointestinal tract. It does not control skeletal muscles.

Clarify the sympathetic nervous system: The sympathetic nervous system is part of the autonomic nervous system and is involved in the 'fight or flight' response, not voluntary control of skeletal muscles.