Nervous System Flashcard

Front

What is the primary function of the nervous system?

Back

Detect impulses from the senses; control center

Front

Which of the following is a major organ of the nervous system? Heart, Liver, Brain, Stomach

Back

Brain

Front

Which organ is NOT part of the nervous system? Options: Spinal cord, Nerves, Senses, Kidneys

Back

Kidneys

Front

What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

Back

Central nervous system and Peripheral nervous system

Front

Which part of the nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord?

Back

Central nervous system

Front

Where do cranial nerves originate?

Back

Brain

Front

Where do spinal nerves originate?

Back

Spinal cord

Front

What is the role of the Sensory (Afferent) Division in the Peripheral Nervous System?

Back

Sends impulses from the senses to the CNS

Front

Which division of the Peripheral Nervous System is responsible for involuntary muscle control?

Back

Autonomic Nervous System

Front

What is the function of the Sympathetic Division?

Back

Used in emergency situations ("fight or flight")