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 Sensory Receptors

Anatomy & Physiology

13. The Peripheral Nervous System

Introduction to Sensory Receptors

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following proprioceptors enable balance and movement?

Photoreceptors

Muscle spindles

Nociceptors

Thermoreceptors

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Understand the role of proprioceptors: Proprioceptors are sensory receptors located in muscles, tendons, and joints that provide information about body position and movement, enabling balance and coordination.

Identify the types of proprioceptors: The main types of proprioceptors include muscle spindles, Golgi tendon organs, and joint receptors.

Examine the function of muscle spindles: Muscle spindles are proprioceptors located within the muscle fibers that detect changes in muscle length and the rate of that change, helping to maintain muscle tone and support balance and movement.

Differentiate from other receptors: Photoreceptors are involved in vision, nociceptors detect pain, and thermoreceptors sense temperature changes. These do not contribute to proprioception.

Conclude that muscle spindles are the proprioceptors responsible for enabling balance and movement, as they provide critical feedback on muscle dynamics.