Terms to know Flashcards
1
Q
Miosis
A
contraction/constriction of iris sphincter muscle - pupils constrict
2
Q
mydriasis
A
pupil dilation - contraction of radial muscle of the iris
3
Q
dual innervation - opposing
A
opposing action - heart either increasing or decreasing
4
Q
dual innervation - complementary
A
erection and ejaculation
5
Q
lacrimation
A
excessive tearing
6
Q
xerostomia
A
dry mouth
7
Q
atony
A
lack of muscular tone or contractile tendency
8
Q
photophobia
A
prevention of the pupil from constricting in response to bright light
9
Q
Ptosis
A
drooping eyelids
10
Q
bronchorrhea
A
coughing up sputum
11
Q
bronchospasm
A
too much constriction of bronchi
12
Q
anginal pain
A
chest pain
