Chapter 3: Peripheral Nervous System Flashcards
1
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What does the Peripheral Nervous System do?
A
Allows the brain and spinal cord to communicate with the rest of the body.
2
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What does the Peripheral Nervous System includes?
A
The nerves that branch off out of the brain and spinal cord.
3
Q
Each nerve is connected to a particular area of the torso or limbs and is responsible for what?
A
For communication to and from these regions.
4
Q
The 12 pairs of cranial nerves relay what?
A
Relay sensory (sensation) and motor (movement) signals between the brain and areas in the body.
5
Q
Each nerve of a pair serves what?
A
Half of the body.
6
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What does the 31 pairs of spinal nerves do?
A
Send sensory, motor, and automatic signals between the CNS and the body.
