Question

Describe the anatomy and function of the ANS. Also, discuss one disorder of the ANS and possible treatments.

Answer 1

ANS is the autonomous nervous system. It contains both CNS and PNS. It controls both glands and smooth muscle of the internal organs. ANS consists of centres within the brainstem and the spinal cord. Peripheral part is made up of autonomic fibres.

Function of anatomy of ANS;

• Function of ANS is visceral reflex. The efferent fibres lead signals encoding the corresponding response. Two main divisions of ANS is sympathetic and parasym[pathetic nervous system.
• Muscarinic receptors
• Nicotinic receptors
• They control involuntary body function like-

Cardiovasular

Respiratory

Digestive

Urinary

Reproductive

Response to stress

DISORDERS OF ANS-

• Orthostatic hypotension
• Dizziness
• Less sweat and excess sweat
• Digestive problems such as diarrhea, bloating, anorexia, constipation
• Urinary disorder such as incontinence, difficulty in urination
• Sexual disorders such as difficulty in ejaculation, erection problem.
• vision problem such as blurry vision

Treartment is given according to the condition of the patient like if the patient is having postural hypotension then we can do certain things such as-

• Elevate the head end of the bed of the patient
• Maintain the body fluid electrolyte balance
• Position change frequently
• Wearing compression stockings to prevent pooling of blood in the legs
• Timely medicartion
• Provide psychological support to the patient that every thing will be fine. No need to take stress.