13. The Peripheral Nervous System
Introduction to the Peripheral Nervous System
13. The Peripheral Nervous System
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ProblemWhich of the following structures can be found in the afferent division of the PNS?
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Sensory receptors.
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Motor endings.
C
Motor neurons.
D
Skeletal muscles.
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PRACTICE PROBLEMS AND ACTIVITIES (35)
- Match each type of neuroglial cell with its correct function. ____Schwann cells ____Ependymal c...
- Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.d...
- Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.e...
- The anterior roots of each spinal segment (a) bring sensory information into the spinal cord, (b) control p...
- Spinal nerves are called mixed nerves because they (a) contain sensory and motor fibers, (b) exit at interv...
- Match the names of the cranial nerves in column B to the appropriate description in column A. ...
- The connective tissue sheath that surrounds a fascicle of nerve fibers is the a. epineurium, b. endoneurium, ...
- A sensory region monitored by the posterior rami of a single spinal segment is (a) a ganglion, (b) a fascic...
- Multiple Choice More than one choice may apply. Which contains only motor fibers? a. b. c. d.
- The major nerve of the cervical plexus that innervates the diaphragm is the (a) median nerve, (b) axillary ...
- Multiple Choice More than one choice may apply. Cranial nerves that have some function in vision include the ...
- The genitofemoral, femoral, and lateral femoral cutaneous nerves are major nerves of the (a) lumbar plexus, ...
- Multiple Choice More than one choice may apply. Motor functions of the extensor muscles of the arm, forearm, ...
- List the names of the 12 pairs of cranial nerves. (Hint: use the mnemonic device 'Oh, Once One Takes The Anato...
- Damage to the posterior spinocerebellar tract on the left side of the spinal cord at the L1 level would interf...
- How many pairs of cranial nerves are there? Which are purely sensory? Which activates the chewing muscles? Whi...
- What region of the body is served by the dorsal rami of the spinal nerves? By the ventral rami?
- The only cranial nerves that are attached to the cerebrum are the____ nerves. (a) optic, (b) oculomotor, (...
- Why do cervical nerves outnumber cervical vertebrae?
- Name the four major nerve plexuses formed by the ventral rami and the body region served by each.
- Joseph, a man in his early 70s, was having problems chewing his food. He was asked to stick out his tongue. It...
- Fill in the blanks: A spinal nerve divides into a(n)_____ that serves the anterior side of the body and the li...
- Define each of the following terms in your own words, using 20 or fewer words.a. Peripheral nerve
- Define each of the following terms in your own words, using 20 or fewer words.b. Nerve plexus
- Define each of the following terms in your own words, using 20 or fewer words.c. Posterior root ganglion
- First, write the Roman numeral that corresponds to each named cranial nerve (after the abbreviation CN). Secon...
- Which cranial nerves are sensory only, primarily motor, and mixed?
- Which two cranial nerves mediate the gag reflex?
- Devise a series of physical examination tests that assess the function of each of the cranial nerves.
- Complaining of muscle weakness, Delia goes to the doctor. Devise a series of physical examination tests that...
- Which of the following structures is not part of the central nervous system? a. the brain, b. a nerve, c. the...
- Explain both the structural and functional classifications of the nervous system. In your explanation, include...
- a. What is myelin? b. How does the myelination process differ in the CNS and PNS?
- Which two types of neuroglia insulate neuron cell bodies and axons in the PNS from their surroundings?
- Destruction of the ventral horn cells of the spinal cord results in loss of a. integrating impulses, b. senso...