When parasympathetic nervous system activity is inhibited what is the expected effect on sali-vary glands?
a. Hyperactive function
b. Hypoactive function
c. Atrophy
d. Enlargement
ANS: B
Inhibition of the parasympathetic nervous system would result in decreased (hypoactive) func-tions of the salivary glands. The individual would experience dry mouth. Inhibition of the para-sympathetic nervous system would not result in hyperactivity, atrophy, or enlargement of the salivary glands.
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