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

Introduction to the Autonomic Nervous System

Anatomy & Physiology

14. The Autonomic Nervous System

Introduction to the Autonomic Nervous System

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Which of the following best describes the characteristics of the left and right sympathetic trunks and ganglia?

They are located within the central nervous system.

They are found exclusively in the cervical region.

They run parallel to the vertebral column on both sides.

They contain only sensory neurons.

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Understand the role of the sympathetic trunks and ganglia in the autonomic nervous system. These structures are part of the peripheral nervous system and are involved in the 'fight or flight' response.

Recall the anatomical location of the sympathetic trunks. They are paired structures that run parallel to the vertebral column on both sides, extending from the cervical region to the sacral region.

Clarify that the sympathetic trunks are not located within the central nervous system (CNS). Instead, they are part of the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord.

Note that the sympathetic trunks are not exclusive to the cervical region. They span the entire length of the vertebral column, including cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal regions.

Understand that the sympathetic ganglia contain both sensory and motor neurons. They are involved in transmitting signals to and from the spinal cord and target organs, not exclusively sensory neurons.