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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Multiple Choice

In the context of the autonomic nervous system, which immediate response is most appropriate if an infant isn't breathing but has a pulse?

Administer an epinephrine injection

Wait and monitor for spontaneous breathing

Provide rescue breaths without chest compressions

Begin chest compressions immediately

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Step 1: Understand the context of the autonomic nervous system and its role in regulating involuntary functions such as breathing and heart rate. The autonomic nervous system is divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions, which control responses to emergencies and rest, respectively.

Step 2: Assess the situation described in the problem. The infant has a pulse, indicating that the heart is still functioning, but they are not breathing, which requires immediate intervention to restore oxygen supply.

Step 3: Recognize that administering an epinephrine injection is typically reserved for cases of cardiac arrest or severe allergic reactions, not for a situation where the infant has a pulse but is not breathing.

Step 4: Understand that chest compressions are not necessary in this scenario because the infant has a pulse, meaning the heart is still pumping blood. Chest compressions are only performed when there is no pulse.

Step 5: Conclude that the most appropriate immediate response is to provide rescue breaths without chest compressions. Rescue breaths help deliver oxygen to the lungs and bloodstream, addressing the lack of breathing while the heart continues to circulate blood.