it14spr102.2BC15T11.txt

Secrete norepinephrine which increases the rate and force of myocardial contractions

Controls the balance between the PNS and the SNS

The parasympathetic nerve to the heart; innervates the SA node, AV node, and can alter the heart rate by secreting acetylcholine

Reflex important in maintaining normal blood pressure by causing a rapid response to changes in blood pressure

Receive sensory impulses from throughout the cardiovascular system and relay motor impulses to the heart in response

Pressure sensors in the aorta and internal carotid arteries that send a continual stream of signals to the medulla