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Why is the patellar reflex called a somatic reflex?
The Patellar reflex is an example of a somatic reflex. This refers to the branch of the nervous system that the reflex pertains to. The somatic branch is part of the Peripheral Nervous system, meaning that it's reflex arc does not pass through the central nervous system (the spinal cord and the brain)
The pupillary light reflex is control by what autonomic nervous system?
pupillary light reflex is controlled by parasympathetic branch of Autonomous nervous system
What does the central nervous system have to do with swallowing?
Swallowing involves the central nervous system and is a reflex.
What does the parasympathetic nervous system stimulate in the micturition reflex?
The parasympathetic nervous system allows the act of micturition. The sympathetic nervous system inhibits it.
If the doctor swabs the back of your throat and you gag is this somatic or autonomic reflexes?
The gag reflex is an involuntary reflex, therefore it is an autonomic reflex. The peripheral nervous system is the part of the nervous system outside the central nervous system (which consists of the brain and spinal cord). The peripheral nervous system is split into two parts - the somatic nervous system and the autonomic system. The somatic system controls voluntary skeletal muscle movements and the autonomic system controls involuntary or automatic actions.
Is a reflex arc part of the central nervous system peripheral or both?
A reflex arc includes components of both the central and peripheral nervous systems.
Why you need reflex hammer?
A reflex hammer is used by healthcare professionals to test a patient's reflexes. By tapping specific areas of the body, such as the knee or elbow, with a reflex hammer, they can assess the integrity of the nervous system and identify any abnormalities or underlying conditions. It is an important tool in diagnosing neurological disorders and monitoring patients' health.
Which part of the nervous system is used to coordinate a reflex response?
A spinal reflex is a reflex that is centered in the spinal cord. The parts of the nervous system in one of these include the spinal cord as well as deep tendon nerves and sensory nerves.
Why are nervous system reflex action important?
nervous system controll and co ordinate the body functioning. reflex action helps to safeguarde the body from all sorts of sudden unexpected dangers
A signal conduction route to and from the central nervous system is a?
Reflex Arc
Which is the control centre of a reflex action?
The nervous system.
What organ of the nervous system is bypassed in a reflex action?
spinal cord
