When the Teacher Was Handing Out This Test, You Noticed

question 152

Multiple Choice

When the teacher was handing out this test, you noticed that your respiration rate and heartbeat increased, your palms got sweaty and your hand shook a little. Your pre-test behaviours were triggered by the

• A) somatic nervous system.
• B) parasympathetic nervous system.
• C) cranial nervous system.
• D) sympathetic nervous system.

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Definitions:

Lateral Flexion

The movement of bending sideways at the waist or neck, which can be observed in both the cervical spine and the lumbar spine.

External Rotation

A movement or exercise where a limb or part of the body is rotated away from the center of the body, often used in physical therapy and fitness.

Abduction

Movement away from the body.

Ice Pack

A portable bag filled with ice or refrigerant gel used to reduce swelling, relieve pain, or decrease inflammation by applying cold temperatures to affected areas.