13. The Peripheral Nervous System

What type of stimuli does the vestibular apparatus detect?

In what two ways do sensory receptors respond to stimuli?

Which of the following statements is true about peripheral vision?

The vibration of which structure directly causes stimulation of hair cells in the spiral organ?

What type of receptor is primarily found in the smooth muscle of organs?

Which of the following is true of static equilibrium receptors?

What is the primary function of sensory receptors in the human body?

Which two divisions make up the sensory nervous system?

Sensory (afferent) neurons do which of the following?

Which of the following characteristics is NOT true about receptive fields?

In the context of cell communication, which of the following is considered a form of nonverbal communication between cells?

What type of receptor detects changes in light?

Which of the following structures is part of the vestibular system?

Which pupil characteristics do healthcare providers assess during a neurological examination?

Which type of receptor responds to changes in the environment?