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Which neurotransmitter plays a role in the transmission of nerve impulses from the site of damage to the spinal cord?
Which neurotransmitter plays a role in the transmission of nerve impulses from the site of damage to the spinal cord?
- Cholecystokinin (correct)
- Prostaglandins
- Histamine
- Bradykinins
What is the conscious experience of pain known as?
What is the conscious experience of pain known as?
- Modulation
- Perception (correct)
- Neuropathic pain
- Transmission
What characterizes neuropathic pain experienced by amputees?
What characterizes neuropathic pain experienced by amputees?
- Dull and persistent
- Stabbing and tingling
- Aching and throbbing
- Sharp and burning (correct)
Which type of pain is often associated with symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress?
Which type of pain is often associated with symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress?
What do opioids primarily act on in the brain to block pain sensation?
What do opioids primarily act on in the brain to block pain sensation?
Which receptor is thought to play a role in the euphoria produced by selected opiates?
Which receptor is thought to play a role in the euphoria produced by selected opiates?
Which receptor is primarily responsible for producing sedation and dysphoria?
Which receptor is primarily responsible for producing sedation and dysphoria?
Which chemicals released during trauma contribute to pain, and are targeted by antihistamines for pain relief?
Which chemicals released during trauma contribute to pain, and are targeted by antihistamines for pain relief?
Which receptor is responsible for physical dependence, miosis, and respiratory depression?
Which receptor is responsible for physical dependence, miosis, and respiratory depression?
Which type of receptor is not found in the spinal cord?
Which type of receptor is not found in the spinal cord?
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