autonomic nervous system

Front

What do white and gray rami connect?

Back

Spinal nerves to the sympathetic trunk.

Front

What are autonomic plexuses?

Back

Networks of nerves within the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities.

Front

What is unique about preganglionic axons in the splanchnic nerve pathway?

Back

They pass the sympathetic trunk without synapsing.

Front

What do postganglionic axons in the splanchnic nerve pathway innervate?

Back

Effectors.

Front

What is the function of the cardiac plexus?

Back

Quicken heart rate and slow the heart.

Front

What is the autonomic nervous system?

Back

A part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions.

Front

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

Back

Sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Front

What is the role of the sympathetic nervous system?

Back

Prepares the body for 'fight or flight' responses.

Front

What is the role of the parasympathetic nervous system?

Back

Promotes 'rest and digest' activities.

Front

What neurotransmitter is primarily used by the sympathetic nervous system?

Back

Norepinephrine.