Two ANS Divisions
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Actions of Parasympathetic Nerves |
Actions of Sympathetic Nerves |
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Constrict pupils |
Dilates pupils |
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Stimulate saliva |
Inhibit salivation |
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Slow heartbeat/Dilate blood vessels |
Increase heartbeat/Constricts blood vessels |
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Constrict airways |
Relax airways |
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Stimulate activity of stomach |
Inhibit activity of stomach |
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Inhibit release of glucose; stimulate gallbladder |
Stimulate release of glucose; inhibit gallbladder |
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Stimulate activity of intestines |
Inhibit activity of intestines |
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Contract bladder |
Relax bladder |
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Secrete Acetylcholine |
Secrete epinephrine and norepinephrine |