Which of the following statement(s) is/are true regarding the adrenal glands’ relationship with the autonomic nervous system?
a. The adrenal cortex is an extension of the parasympathetic nervous system.
b. The adrenal medulla secretes norepinephrine when stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system.
c. The adrenal glands are strictly nerve tissue.
d. The parasympathetic division stimulates the adrenal cortex to secrete glucocorticoids.
e. The adrenal medulla is penetrated by the fibers of the sympathetic nervous system.
Answer:
The true statements regarding the adrenal glands’ relationship with the autonomic nervous system are:
a. The adrenal cortex is an extension of the parasympathetic nervous system.
c. The adrenal glands are strictly nerve tissue.
d. The parasympathetic division stimulates the adrenal cortex to secrete glucocorticoids.
e. The adrenal medulla is penetrated by the fibers of the sympathetic nervous system.