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 is correct about the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?

The ANS is part of the somatic nervous system.

The ANS controls voluntary muscle movements.

The ANS is responsible for regulating involuntary body functions.

The ANS only consists of the sympathetic division.

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Understand the role of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) in the body. The ANS is a component of the peripheral nervous system that regulates involuntary physiological processes, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, digestion, and sexual arousal.

Differentiate between the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and the somatic nervous system. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements of skeletal muscles, whereas the ANS manages involuntary functions.

Recognize the divisions of the autonomic nervous system. The ANS consists of two main divisions: the sympathetic division, which prepares the body for stressful or emergency situations ('fight or flight'), and the parasympathetic division, which conserves energy and restores the body to a state of calm ('rest and digest').

Evaluate the statement that the ANS only consists of the sympathetic division. This is incorrect because the ANS includes both the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions.

Identify the correct statement about the ANS. The correct statement is that the ANS is responsible for regulating involuntary body functions, distinguishing it from the somatic nervous system, which controls voluntary muscle movements.