Neuropeptides and Nerve Transmission Quiz
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What type of potential occurs when the post-synaptic neurone reaches threshold and nerve impulses will occur?

  • Neurotransmitter Inhibitory Potential (NIP)
  • Threshold Synaptic Response (TSR)
  • Inhibitory Post-Synaptic Potential (IPSP)
  • Excitatory Post-Synaptic Potential (EPSP) (correct)
  • What happens if a post-synaptic neurone has received more inhibitory than excitatory stimulation?

  • Threshold is lowered
  • Excitatory neurotransmitters are released
  • Nerve impulses will occur
  • Membrane hyperpolarizes (correct)
  • Which of the following neurotransmitters is associated with muscle activation in the context of neurophysiotherapy?

  • Dopamine
  • Histamine
  • Glutamate (correct)
  • Serotonin
  • In the context of neurophysiotherapy, what neurotransmitter is released to activate a muscle?

    <p>Acetylcholine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of potential may be employed by physiotherapy techniques to activate a muscle in patients with muscle weakness?

    <p>Excitatory Post-Synaptic Potential (EPSP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitter plays a key role in modulating activity in interneurones of the spinal cord?

    <p>GABA</p> Signup and view all the answers

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