1 THE AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM: UNDERSTANDING THE ESSENTIALS (v2013‚ long sheet) Lecturer: D.G. Simbulan‚ Jr.‚ PhD ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------Outline: I. Introduction II. Comparison between the somatic and autonomic nervous systems III. Anatomical and Physiological features of ANS IV. Metabolism of Neurotransmitters; Main form of removal from synaptic cleft/ junctional
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14: The Autonomic Nervous System Objectives Introduction 1. Define autonomic nervous system and explain its relationship to the peripheral nervous system. 2. Compare the somatic and autonomic nervous systems relative to effectors‚ efferent pathways‚ and neurotransmitters released. 3. Compare and contrast the functions of the parasympathetic and sympathetic divisions. ANS Anatomy 4. For the parasympathetic and sympathetic divisions‚ describe the site of CNS origin‚ locations of ganglia
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Forrest Gayle McDonald KIN426 March 1‚ 2012 Spinal Cord Injuries in Adapted Physical Education Imagine what a class of third graders would look like during their PE class at school. You might see one child outrunning all of the rest in a 50-yard dash‚ or maybe a group of children partaking in a game of hopscotch. But what about the child in a wheelchair who suffers from a spinal cord injury? Approximately 25% of children in the public school system suffer from orthopedic impairments (“Fast Facts”)
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Spinal Immobilisation: A Literature Review A review of the literature regarding spinal immobilisation has been undertaken using databases for PubMed‚ MEDLINE‚ CINAHL‚ OVID and Cochrane EBM. Reviews were electronically searched using the subject headings “spinal injuries”‚ “spinal immobilisation” and “management of spinal injuries”. The results generated by the search were limited to English language articles and reviewed for relevance to the topic. The aim of this literature review is to compare
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Clinical paramedicine 2 HSC6115D | Pre-hospital Spinal Immobilization | Literature Review | | 21200777 | | Word count = 2703 | Contents Abstract 3 Introduction 4 Spinal cord injury 4 Current Management 5 The Literature 7 Cervical spine immobilization 7 Full spinal immobilization 9 Conclusion 11 Bibliography 12 Abstract Background: A literature review form a variety of references‚ in particular journal articles‚ textbooks and information from appropriate
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Meningitis is an infection of the fluid of a person’s spinal cord and fluid that surrounds a person’s brain. It is sometimes referred to as Spinal Meningitis. It’s usually caused by either a bacterial or viral infection. As you read through this paper you will learn how Meningitis is transmitted‚ its symptoms‚ its effects‚ and even the incidences it has caused. The common symptoms of anyone over two years old is high fever‚ headache‚ and stiff neck. Symptoms can develop over several hours
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154) Which component of the nervous system mobilizes the body in times of stress? A) central B) somatic C) sympathetic D) parasympathetic Answer: C Diff: 2 Type: MC Page Ref: 120‚ 132 Skill: Factual 155) The part of the autonomic nervous system that is responsible for reacting to stressful events and bodily arousal is called the ______________ nervous system. A) central B) somatic C) sympathetic D) parasympathetic Answer: C Diff: 2 Type: MC Page Ref: 120‚ 132 Skill: Factual ryerson.testbank @gmail
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Phoenix Material Appendix B Structures of the Nervous System This activity will increase your understanding of the different structures of the nervous system and brain. During the Web activity‚ you will view a variety of structures of the brain and nervous system and label each with the appropriate term. You will use this document to write a description for the terms you used in the activity. As you conduct the Structures of the Nervous System activity‚ follow along with this Word document and
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Spinal Decompression Spinal decompression is a surgical procedure that creates more space for the spinal cord. It is done to to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and spinal nerves when the pressure causes symptoms‚ such as: Severe pain. Weakness. Numbness. Trouble emptying or controlling your bladder and bowel. There are several types of spinal decompression. They include: Laminectomy. This type is done to remove the bony arch at the back of the bones of the spine (vertebrae)
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Case Study Spinal Cord T.W. NSG/340 Case Study Plan for implementing these physician orders T.W. initial assessment and to stabilize him will be the priority following ABCs. The neurologic assessment every hour will provide T.W. general condition and information that can determine any changes. Oxygen will be given at 4 L per nasal cannula. The next will be stabilization of spine by immobilize the cervical spine to protect the spine and from causing more trauma. The preparation to administer fluid
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