The Hypothalamus Sends Messages Through the Brainstem and Spinal Cord

question 1

Multiple Choice

The hypothalamus sends messages through the brainstem and spinal cord to the autonomic nervous system, causing sympathetic effects such as:

• A)Increased heart rate.
• B)Decreased blood pressure.
• C)Decreased temperature.
• D)Increased peristalsis.

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