An Experimental Study in Which Neither the Doctor nor the Patient

question 23

Multiple Choice

An experimental study in which neither the doctor nor the patient knows who is getting the actual treatment is called

• A)single-sided.
• B)double-sided.
• C)double-blind.
• D)double-barrier.

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Definitions:

ACh

Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in muscle activation, memory, and learning.

Flaccid Paralysis

A medical condition characterized by weakness or paralysis and reduced muscle tone without an obvious cause.

Acetylcholinesterase

An enzyme that breaks down the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, terminating its action at the neural synapse.

Action Potentials

Rapid and temporary changes in the electrical membrane potential of a cell, allowing for the transmission of signals along neurons.