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What type of potential occurs when the post-synaptic neurone reaches threshold and nerve impulses will occur?
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?
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?
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?
In the context of neurophysiotherapy, what neurotransmitter is released to activate a muscle?
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Which type of potential may be employed by physiotherapy techniques to activate a muscle in patients with muscle weakness?
Which type of potential may be employed by physiotherapy techniques to activate a muscle in patients with muscle weakness?
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Which neurotransmitter plays a key role in modulating activity in interneurones of the spinal cord?
Which neurotransmitter plays a key role in modulating activity in interneurones of the spinal cord?
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