Question 1

A neuron with nicotinic receptors is exposed to acetylcholine.This will lead to

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A)  activation of chemically-gated ion channels.
B)  excitation of the neuron.
C)  entry of sodium ions into the neuron.
D)  depolarization of the neuron.
E)  All of the answers are correct.

Question 2

Sympathetic nerves

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A)  provoke feelings of sympathy.
B)  allow us to relax,rest,and recover.
C)  are bundles of postganglionic fibers that innervate organs within the thoracic cavity.
D)  control swallowing.
E)  stimulate gastric secretion.

Question 3

Mechanisms involved in memory formation and storage involve all of the following,except

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A)  increased release of neurotransmitters.
B)  anterograde amnesia.
C)  formation of additional synaptic connections.
D)  the formation of memory engrams.
E)  facilitation at synapses.

Question 4

A doctor places drops in the eyes to dilate the pupils for an examination. The type of drug that is used is a(n)  ________ drug.
	1)  sympathomimetic  
	2)  muscarinic blocking
	3)  adrenergic activating 
	4)  cholinergic activating

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A)   1, 2
B)   3
C)   4
D)   1, 2, and 3
E)   2, 4

Question 5

Sympathetic preganglionic neurons are ________ and have ________ axons.

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A)  long; myelinated
B)  long; unmyelinated
C)  short; myelinated
D)  short; unmyelinated
E)  intermediate; white

Question 6

The brain waves produced by normal adults while resting with their eyes closed are ________ waves.

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A)  alpha
B)  beta
C)  theta
D)  delta
E)  gamma

Question 7

Specialized ganglionic sympathetic neurons that release hormones into the bloodstream are found within the

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A)  intramural ganglia.
B)  collateral ganglia.
C)  chain ganglia.
D)  brain stem.
E)  suprarenal medullae.

Question 8

Craniosacral division is another name for the

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A)  sympathetic division of the ANS.
B)  parasympathetic division of the ANS.
C)  somatic nervous system.
D)  afferent nervous system.
E)  central nervous system.

Question 9

Splanchnic nerves

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A)  originate from first-order neurons located in the upper five thoracic segments of the spinal cord.
B)  consist of axons that synapse in collateral ganglia.
C)  control sympathetic function of structures in the thorax.
D)  connect chain ganglia.
E)  are formed of parasympathetic fibers.

Question 10

Muscarinic receptors

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A)  are normally activated by acetylcholine.
B)  are found mostly in autonomic ganglia.
C)  always produce an excitatory response.
D)  control sodium channels in the affected membrane.
E)  are blocked by norepinephrine.

Question 11

What mental illness is often improved by drugs that block serotonin re-uptake?

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A)  agitation
B)  hallucinations
C)  depression
D)  Parkinson's
E)  Huntington's

Question 12

Clusters of ganglionic sympathetic neurons that innervate organs in the abdominopelvic region are called ________ ganglia.

Accepted Answer

A)  intramural
B)  collateral
C)  chain
D)  paravertebral
E)  suprarenal

Question 13

The regulation of awake-asleep cycles appears to involve an interplay between brain stem nuclei that use different neurotransmitters.The one that favors alertness is ________ and the other promoting deep sleep is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  acetylcholine; serotonin
B)  serotonin; norepinephrine
C)  norepinephrine; serotonin
D)  dopamine; GABA
E)  glutamate; serotonin

Question 14

Sympathetic innervation of the urinary bladder is by way of the

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A)  celiac ganglion.
B)  superior mesenteric ganglion.
C)  inferior mesenteric ganglion.
D)  pudendal ganglion.
E)  pelvic ganglion.

Question 15

The ________ nervous system stimulates the arrector pili muscles and gives you "goosebumps."

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Question 16

The sympathetic division of the ANS is also known as which of the following?

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A)  somatic division
B)  craniosacral division
C)  resting division
D)  thoracolumbar division
E)  lumbosacral division

Question 17

Synapses that receive norepinephrine as a neurotransmitter are called ________.

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Question 18

Drugs known as beta-blockers may be useful for treating

Accepted Answer

A)  constipation.
B)  diarrhea.
C)  excessive salivation.
D)  excessive heart rate.
E)  prostate disorders.

Question 19

Drugs that block nicotinic receptors would be

Accepted Answer

A)  sympathomimetic.
B)  parasympathomimetic.
C)  parasympathetic blocking agents.
D)  sympathetic blocking agents.
E)  autonomic blocking agents.

Question 20

The integrative centers for autonomic activity are located in the ________.

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