Exam 2: Vestibular System questions and answers

The vestibular system has important sensory functions, contributing to ____, ____, and ____ - answer-The vestibular system has important sensory functions, contributing to *the perception of self-motion*, *head position*, and *spatial orientation relative to gravity* Only situations producing ______________, are perceived; most vestibular activity is conducted at a ______ level. - answer-Only situations producing *unusual or novel vestibular stimulations*, are perceived; most vestibular activity is conducted at a *subconscious* level. The vestibular system has important motor functions, helping to ____, _____, _____. - answer-The vestibular system has important motor functions, helping to *stabilize gaze, head, and posture* The vestibular apparatus transduces ____ and ___ into neuronal signals conveyed by vestibular cells. The vestibular nuclei integrate ___, ____, ___, and ____ info and make extensive connections with the ____, ____, and _____ as well as directly innervate motor neurons controlling extraocular, cervical and postural muscle