Which of the Following Is a Sympathetic Effect

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a sympathetic effect?

• A) Constriction of the pupils of the eyes
• B) Constriction of the bronchioles in the lungs
• C) Contraction of the urinary bladder
• D) Increased heart rate
• E) Increased gastric secretions

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Definitions:

Adrenaline

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as epinephrine, released in response to stress or excitement, causing increased heart rate and energy.

SSRI

A type of antidepressant called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, used to treat depression by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, digestion, sleep, and other bodily functions.

Hippocampus

A region of the brain crucial for learning and memory, situated within the temporal lobes.