A nurse who works in a neurological rehabilitation facility is aware of the complex structure and function of the nervous system. Which of the following statements most accurately describes an aspect of the structure of the neurological system?
A) The sympathetic nervous system is a component of the peripheral nervous system (PNS).
B) The cranial nerves and spinal nerves are components of the central nervous system (CNS).
C) The somatic nervous system consists of sympathetic and parasympathetic branches.
D) The PNS is a component of the CNS.
A
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).