The Main Divisions of the Peripheral Nervous System Are the ____

question 95

Multiple Choice

The main divisions of the peripheral nervous system are the ____ and the ____ systems.

• A) somatic; autonomic
• B) sympathetic; parasympathetic
• C) afferent; efferent
• D) reticular; limbic

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

A three-stage response pattern to stress described by Hans Selye, consisting of alarm, resistance, and exhaustion stages.

Arousal Stage

A phase in psychological and physiological response that involves increased alertness, energy, and readiness for action.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A model describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, consisting of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Adrenal Glands

A pair of endocrine glands that release hormones that prepare the body for emergencies and stressful situations and also release corticoids and small amounts of the sex hormones.