Autonomic Nervous System in Healthcare

This lecture explores the autonomic nervous system (ANS), starting with its definition and physiological importance in regulating organ functions. It examines the organisation, including its divisions—sympathetic, parasympathetic, and enteric—and the anatomical pathways. We'll discuss neurotransmitters like acetylcholine and noradrenaline, focusing on their roles in different systems. Functional roles of the ANS, such as fight-or-flight, rest-and-digest, and digestive regulation, are...