Multiple Choice
What are the two main divisions of the autonomic nervous system?
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14. The Autonomic Nervous System
Introduction to the Autonomic Nervous System
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Which of the following is not a function of the autonomic nervous system?
A
Managing respiratory rate
B
Regulating heart rate
C
Controlling digestive processes
D
Initiating voluntary muscle movement
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Understand the role of the autonomic nervous system (ANS): The ANS is responsible for regulating involuntary physiological functions, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, digestion, and sexual arousal.
Identify the functions listed in the problem: Managing respiratory rate, regulating heart rate, and controlling digestive processes are all involuntary functions typically managed by the ANS.
Recognize the nature of voluntary muscle movement: Voluntary muscle movements are controlled by the somatic nervous system, which is responsible for conscious control of skeletal muscles.
Differentiate between the autonomic and somatic nervous systems: The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary actions, while the somatic nervous system controls voluntary actions.
Conclude that initiating voluntary muscle movement is not a function of the autonomic nervous system, as it is managed by the somatic nervous system.
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