Autonomic Nervous Systems

Question 1

Describe functions of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Answer 1

– Sympathetic – Fight or flight response

– Parasympathetic – Rest and digest

Question 2

Explain the anatomic and physiologic bases for division of the ANS into the sympathetic, parasympathetic and enteric divisions.

Question 3

Name the major neurotransmitters that are released by preganglionic autonomic neurons, postganglionic sympathetic neurons, postganglionic parasympathetic neurons, and adrenal medullary cells.

Question 4

Describe the types of receptors on autonomic ganglia and on various target organs.

Question 5

Understand some drugs used to treat a vast array of diseases exert their actions on elements of the ANS.