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MCQs on Nervous System | GNM 1st Year Anatomy & Physiology

By NursingNotesGNM | Updated for GNM Final Exam 2026

Introduction

The nervous system is one of the most important units in GNM 1st year Anatomy & Physiology. MCQs from this chapter are frequently asked in nursing examinations. This Blogger-ready post provides exam-oriented multiple choice questions covering types of nerves, brain, cranial nerves, spinal cord, motor and sensory pathways and autonomic nervous system.

🧠 MCQs on Nervous System (GNM 1st Year)

✅ Set 1 – Types of Nerves

  1. Functional unit of nervous system is: A. Axon
    B. Neuron
    C. Dendrite
    D. Synapse

Answer: B

  1. Sensory nerves carry impulses: A. From brain to muscles
    B. From receptors to CNS
    C. Between neurons
    D. To glands

Answer: B

  1. Motor nerves carry impulses: A. To CNS
    B. From receptors
    C. From CNS to muscles
    D. Within brain

Answer: C

  1. Mixed nerves contain: A. Only sensory fibers
    B. Only motor fibers
    C. Both sensory and motor fibers
    D. Autonomic fibers only

Answer: C

  1. Myelin sheath helps in: A. Nutrition
    B. Protection only
    C. Faster conduction
    D. Hormone secretion

Answer: C

✅ Set 2 – Brain and Cranial Nerves

  1. Largest part of brain is: A. Cerebellum
    B. Cerebrum
    C. Medulla
    D. Pons

Answer: B

  1. Cerebellum mainly controls: A. Breathing
    B. Vision
    C. Balance and coordination
    D. Memory

Answer: C

  1. Medulla oblongata controls: A. Heart rate
    B. Thinking
    C. Hearing
    D. Smell

Answer: A

  1. Total number of cranial nerves is: A. 10 pairs
    B. 11 pairs
    C. 12 pairs
    D. 13 pairs

Answer: C

  1. Optic nerve is responsible for: A. Hearing
    B. Vision
    C. Smell
    D. Taste

Answer: B

✅ Set 3 – Spinal Cord & Pathways

  1. Spinal cord extends from: A. Cervical to lumbar region
    B. Brainstem to lumbar region
    C. Brainstem to sacral region
    D. Thoracic region only

Answer: B

  1. Number of spinal nerves is: A. 12 pairs
    B. 21 pairs
    C. 31 pairs
    D. 33 pairs

Answer: C

  1. Reflex action is controlled by: A. Cerebrum
    B. Cerebellum
    C. Spinal cord
    D. Hypothalamus

Answer: C

  1. Ascending tracts carry: A. Motor impulses
    B. Sensory impulses
    C. Hormones
    D. Blood

Answer: B

  1. Descending tracts carry: A. Sensory impulses
    B. Mixed impulses
    C. Motor impulses
    D. Reflex only

Answer: C

✅ Set 4 – Autonomic Nervous System

  1. Autonomic nervous system controls: A. Voluntary movements
    B. Involuntary activities
    C. Memory
    D. Intelligence

Answer: B

  1. Sympathetic nervous system prepares body for: A. Rest
    B. Digestion
    C. Fight or flight
    D. Sleep

Answer: C

  1. Parasympathetic nervous system promotes: A. Stress response
    B. Increased heart rate
    C. Rest and digestion
    D. Fear reaction

Answer: C

  1. Neurotransmitter of sympathetic system is mainly: A. Acetylcholine
    B. Insulin
    C. Adrenaline
    D. Thyroxine

Answer: C

  1. Central nervous system includes: A. Brain and nerves
    B. Brain and spinal cord
    C. Spinal nerves only
    D. Cranial nerves only

Answer: B

✅ Key Takeaways

  • Neuron is structural and functional unit.

  • Brain has cerebrum, cerebellum and brainstem.

  • Spinal cord controls reflexes.

  • Autonomic system regulates involuntary functions.

  • Cranial nerves are 12 pairs.

Conclusion

Regular practice of MCQs on the Nervous System helps GNM 1st year students understand types of nerves, brain functions, cranial nerves, spinal cord pathways and autonomic nervous system clearly. Revise daily to improve exam confidence and performance.

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This content is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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