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

Sympathetic Nervous System

Anatomy & Physiology

14. The Autonomic Nervous System

Sympathetic Nervous System

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following structures is associated with the sympathetic nervous system?

Dorsal root ganglia

Cerebellum

Anterior pituitary gland

Sympathetic chain ganglia

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Understand the role of the sympathetic nervous system: It is part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the 'fight or flight' response, which prepares the body for stressful situations by increasing heart rate, dilating airways, and redirecting blood flow to muscles.

Identify the structures associated with the sympathetic nervous system: The sympathetic chain ganglia are clusters of nerve cell bodies located along the vertebral column. They are directly involved in transmitting signals from the central nervous system to target organs during sympathetic activation.

Clarify why the other options are not correct: The dorsal root ganglia are sensory ganglia associated with the transmission of sensory information to the central nervous system, not directly involved in the sympathetic response. The cerebellum is responsible for motor coordination and balance, and the anterior pituitary gland is an endocrine structure involved in hormone secretion, not part of the sympathetic nervous system.

Relate the sympathetic chain ganglia to their function: These ganglia are connected to spinal nerves and form a chain-like structure on either side of the spinal cord. They play a key role in relaying signals from the spinal cord to peripheral organs during sympathetic activation.

Conclude the association: The sympathetic chain ganglia are the correct answer because they are anatomically and functionally linked to the sympathetic nervous system, unlike the other structures listed.