The nurse is participating in the preparation of a seminar on the neurologic system for a community health fair. Which part of the system is the nurse referring when the statement "rest and digest" is included?
a. Left hemisphere of the cerebral cortex
b. Right hemisphere of the cerebral cortex
c. Sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system
d. Parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system
ANS: D
The parasympathetic division dominates during relaxed, non-stressful situations to promote normal functioning of several organ systems. Digestion proceeds normally, with increased secretions and peristalsis; defecation and urination may occur. C. The sympathetic division is dominant in stressful situations such as fear, anger, anxiety, excitement, and exercise. A. B. The left and right hemispheres of the cerebral cortex would not specifically participate in the resting or digestion processes.
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