Damage to a particular nerve of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system could result in the inability of
A) pupils to constrict.
B) airways to relax.
C) the urinary bladder to contract.
D) the heartbeat to slow.
E) salivation to increase.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response, which includes relaxing the airways to allow more air to enter the lungs. Damage to a sympathetic nerve could impair this function.

Damage to a Particular Nerve of the Sympathetic Division of the Autonomic