If You Were to Damage Some of the Preganglionic Fibers

question 28

Multiple Choice

If you were to damage some of the preganglionic fibers that enter the celiac ganglion,what effect would this have on sympathetic stimulation?

• A) Hormones secreted by the adrenal medulla may reach the various sympathetic effectors, where they would enhance and prolong the effects of the sympathetic stimulation.
• B) Hormones secreted by the pituitary gland may reach various sympathetic effectors, where they would enhance and prolong the effects of the sympathetic stimulation.
• C) Hormones secreted by the adrenal medulla may not reach the various sympathetic effectors, thus delaying the effects of sympathetic stimulation.
• D) Hormones secreted by the pituitary gland may not reach the various sympathetic effectors, thus delaying the effects of sympathetic stimulation.

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