The autonomic nervous system consists of sensory neurons and motor neurons that run between the……….
a) PNS
b) CNS
c) both a & b
d) limbic system
Explanation especially between the hypothalamus and medulla oblongata
In which of the following organ/s, the autonomic nervous system runs?
a) heart and lungs
b) viscera
c) glands
d) all of these
Explanation both endocrine and exocrine glands are connected with autonomic nervous system
Which of the following muscles are controlled by autonomic nervous system?
a) skeletal muscles
b) smooth muscles
c) cardiac muscles
d) both b and c
Explanation smooth and cardiac muscles are involuntary.
The autonomic nervous system can be divided into…….divisions.
a) two
b) three
c) four
d) six
Explanation 1. Sympathetic and 2. Parasympathetic
Parasympathetic division controls various autonomic functions during the state of………..
a) emergency
b) rest
c) normal walk
d) all of these
Explanation The parasympathetic nervous system predominates in quiet “rest and digest” conditions while the sympathetic nervous system drives the “fight or flight” response in stressful situations. The main purpose of the PNS is to conserve energy to be used later and to regulate bodily functions like digestion and urination.
Which of the following is/are caused by the parasympathetic stimulation?
a) slowing down the heartbeat and lowering the blood pressure
b) constriction of the pupils and increased blood flow to the skin and viscera
c) peristalsis of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract
d) all of these
