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Overview of the Peripheral Nervous System by Taniya T Thomas is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The peripheral nervous system (PNS) consists of all nerves outside the central nervous system, including cranial and spinal nerves, which facilitate communication between the brain and body. It is divided into the somatic nervous system, responsible for voluntary movements, and the autonomic nervous system, which manages involuntary functions. The PNS plays a crucial role in sensory and motor functions, with specific cranial nerves serving distinct sensory and motor roles, while spinal nerves connect the sp
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- Taniya T Thomas
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- EN