A patient is being given a medication that stimulates her parasympathetic system. What is an effect of parasympathetic stimulation?

A) Constricted pupils
B) Dilated bronchioles
C) Decreased peristaltic movement
D) Relaxed muscular walls of the urinary bladder


Ans: A
Feedback: Parasympathetic stimulation results in constricted pupils, constricted bronchioles, increased peristaltic movement, and contracted muscular walls of the urinary bladder.

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