The __________ Is the Division of the Peripheral Nervous System

question 11

Multiple Choice

The __________ is the division of the peripheral nervous system that regulates glands and activities such as heartbeat and respiration.

• A)corpus callosum
• B)peripheral nervous system
• C)olfactory system
• D)autonomic nervous system

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Definitions:

Integration Center

In physiology, refers to regions within the central nervous system that process and interpret sensory information to formulate a response.

Brachial Plexus

The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that originates from the spinal cord in the neck and travels down the arm, providing motor and sensory functions to the upper limb.

Phrenic Nerve

A nerve that originates in the neck and passes down between the lung and heart to reach the diaphragm, playing a crucial role in breathing by stimulating the diaphragm to contract and relax.

Cervical Plexus

A network of nerves in the neck that provides sensory and motor function to parts of the head, neck, and shoulders.