You Are Sitting in a Public Place Next to a New

question 98

Multiple Choice

You are sitting in a public place next to a new acquaintance to whom you are attracted. You feel this person's hand touch yours. You move your hand to return the gesture. Your heart beats faster and you feel "butterflies" in your stomach. Your hand movement was initiated by your ________ nervous system while your increased heart rate and stomach contractions were initiated by your ________ nervous system.

• A) somatic; autonomic
• B) autonomic; somatic
• C) sympathetic; parasympathetic
• D) parasympathetic; sympathetic

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Definitions:

Surgical Asepsis

A set of practices aimed at eliminating all microbial life, including spores, from an area or object, used especially in surgical environments to prevent infection.

Hand Washing

The act of cleaning hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer to remove bacteria, viruses, and dirt.

Surgical Consent Form

A legal document that a patient signs to give permission for surgery, after being informed about the risks, benefits, and alternatives.

Scheduling

The process of organizing, planning, and allocating resources, tasks, or appointments in time, to achieve efficiency and meet objectives.