Exam 14: Neural Integration

In the sympathetic nervous system, where are the preganglionic neurons located?

The CNS interprets the _______entirely on the basis of the labeled line over which it arrives.

What are differences and similarities between "crude" touch and "fine" touch sensations?

A very large, fast- adapting tactile receptor that is composed of a single dendrite enclosed by concentric layers of collagen is a

Sensory information from all parts of the body is routed to the_________ cortex.

Which of the following is not a parasympathetic ganglion?

Which of these provides preganglionic parasympathetic innervation to structures in the neck and in the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities?

Some neurons within the basal nuclei are known to

Preganglionic fibers of parasympathetic nerves synapse on neurons located within___________

If the primary motor cortex is destroyed, fine control of movement will be lost, but movement may not be lost completely because the medial and lateral pathways can still provide coarse motor control.

____________is a reduction in sensitivity in the presence of a constant stimulus.

What mental illness is often improved by drugs that block serotonin re- uptake?

Figure 14- 1 Spinothalamic Tracts Use Figure 14- 1 to answer the following questions: -Which structure conducts action potentials directly from a sensory receptor?

The spinal tract that relays information concerning pain and temperature to the CNS is the

Which of the following is sometimes called "prickling pain"?

List the different types of adrenergic receptors, the responses they produce, and by what mechanisms.

Sympathomimetic drugs might be used to

The_____ division of the autonomic nervous system is said to function during "rest and digest."

The stimulation of beta- adrenergic receptors can lead to

Endorphins can reduce perception of sensations initiated by