Question

multiple choice question
what are the three collateral ganglia of the abdominal plexus?
o sympathetic, parasympathetic, and collateral
o celiac, superior mesenteric, and inferior mesenteric
o spinal, sympathetic, and splanchnic

Explanation:

Collateral ganglia are part of the sympathetic nervous system. The celiac ganglion, superior mesenteric ganglion, and inferior mesenteric ganglion are the three main collateral ganglia in the abdominal plexus. The first option lists divisions of the autonomic nervous system (sympathetic, parasympathetic) rather than specific ganglia. The third option includes spinal (which is related to the spinal cord, not a ganglion type here) and splanchnic (which is a nerve, not a ganglion).

Answer:

Celiac, superior mesenteric, and inferior mesenteric.