Chapter 15.4, Problem 15BYGO

List and describe what is happening in each of the 5 steps of a spinal reflex arc. Assume that the reflex arc is polysynaptic.

Define reflex.

List three body functions that reflexes control.

describe the structure and function of spinal cord as part of central nervous system .

Describe the organization of the spinal nerves.

Explain what is meant by a spinal reflex and how they are constructed.  , you must have described the direction, named which nerve types are involved, and where the switching between these cells occurs. Please draw, but you must provide sufficient explanation in text so that the image can be understood. Give examples of a specific nerve reflex and describe how it works.

Describe the difference between an ipsilateral and contralateral reflex arc.

Name the components of a visceral reflex specific to the autonomic division to which it belongs

Complete transection of the spinal cord produces all of the following effects, except :-a- permanent loss of all sensations mediated by the cord below level of lesionb- permanent loss of voluntary movements by muscles innervated by the cord below level of lesionc- permanent loss of reflexes mediated by the cord below level of lesiond- temporary loss of micturition reflexes