Health System

Strict deadline. Four pages (double spaced) minimum. Sources must be in APA format. 

  Part 1

1.You are being chased through the woods by a hungry bear. 

a. Which nervous system would engage (parasympathetic or sympathetic) and why?

b. What would be the effects of this system on your:

i. Eyes

ii. Skin

iii. Respiratory System

iv. d. Skeletal muscles

c. Describe the neurotransmitter family that is activated in this situation.

2. You are home with the flu. 

a. Which nervous system would engage? Why is this? 

b. What would be the effects of this system on your:

i. Eyes

ii. Skin

iii. Respiratory System

iv. Skeletal muscles

c. Describe the neurotransmitter family that is activated in this situation.

Part 2: Jack is a 78-year-old man. While most of the time Jack is able to live by himself, he does often forget where he put his car keys or what time his next doctor’s appointment is. 

1. Why would you not classify Jack as an Alzheimer’s patient?  Provide one (1) supporting fact.

2. Describe one (1) type of treatment or assistance one would recommend for Jack, with one (1) supporting fact.