If Jared Watches a Nurse Give Him an Injection, He

question 2

Multiple Choice

If Jared watches a nurse give him an injection, he experiences more pain than if he closes his eyes during the procedure and thinks about his favorite food. This illustrates the value of ________ for pain control.

• A) sensory adaptation
• B) subliminal stimulation
• C) distraction
• D) blindsight

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Definitions:

Median Nerve

A major nerve of the upper limb, running down the arm and forearm, involved in sensation and motor control of the hand.

Biceps Brachii

A muscle of the upper arm responsible for the flexion of the elbow and rotation of the forearm.

Intrinsic Hand Muscles

The muscles located within the hand that are responsible for fine motor movements and control of the fingers.

Effector Organ

An organ that responds to stimulation by a nerve impulse resulting in a specific action or secretion.