HAP 13: Peripheral Nervous System Review

Front

What part of the peripheral nervous system is responsible for carrying signals from the CNS to the body?

Back

Motor division

Front

Which cranial nerve is responsible for tongue movement?

Back

Hypoglossal (CN XII)

Front

What part of the peripheral nervous system controls conscious activities?

Back

Somatic

Front

The motor division sends information from the CNS to which two types of structures?

Back

Muscles and glands

Front

What is the primary function of the Occulomotor nerve?

Back

All eye movement

Front

What are the two main divisions of the peripheral nervous system?

Back

Somatic and autonomic divisions

Front

What does the autonomic division of the peripheral nervous system control?

Back

Involuntary bodily functions

Front

What is the role of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?

Back

Prepares the body for 'fight or flight' response

Front

What is the role of the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?

Back

Promotes 'rest and digest' functions

Front

What is the function of the Trigeminal nerve (CN V)?

Back

Facial sensation and motor functions for chewing