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 the Peripheral Nervous System

Anatomy & Physiology

13. The Peripheral Nervous System

Introduction to the Peripheral Nervous System

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Where do the cervical spinal nerves originate in the central nervous system?

Lumbar region of the spinal cord

Thoracic region of the spinal cord

Cervical region of the spinal cord

Brainstem

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Understand the structure of the spinal cord: The spinal cord is divided into several regions, including cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral regions.

Identify the cervical region: The cervical region is the uppermost part of the spinal cord, located in the neck area. It consists of 8 pairs of cervical spinal nerves, labeled C1 to C8.

Recognize the origin of cervical spinal nerves: Cervical spinal nerves originate from the cervical region of the spinal cord. They emerge from the spinal cord and pass through the intervertebral foramina of the cervical vertebrae.

Differentiate between regions: Cervical spinal nerves do not originate from the lumbar or thoracic regions of the spinal cord, nor from the brainstem. Each region of the spinal cord gives rise to specific spinal nerves.

Conclude with the correct region: Based on the anatomical structure, cervical spinal nerves originate from the cervical region of the spinal cord, which is responsible for innervating the neck, shoulders, arms, and hands.