Parasympathetic Stimulation Via Muscarinic Receptors

Parasympathetic stimulation generally occurs by the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic (cholinergic) receptors in the effector tissue.

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Front Back
Eye
Cyclospasm= contraction of muscle for near vision
Heart
Decrease HR and conduction
Arterties and arterioles
Dilation via blood stream, not innervated
Lungs
Contraction of bronchioles and increase in secretions
Stomach, intestines, salivary glands
Increase motility, increase secretions, and relax/open sphincters
Bladder
Contraction of wall and relaxation/opening of sphincter causing urination
Skin
Lack of secretions (increase of secretions is a sympathetic response = sweating)
Liver
Increase in bile secretion (helps with digestion)