You've Just Fallen Down a Flight of Stairs and See

question 93

Multiple Choice

You've just fallen down a flight of stairs and see a bone sticking out of your foot.You imagine there's some serious cell and tissue damage taking place.Your damaged cells start releasing some chemicals and a neurotransmitter.What's the neurotransmitter?

• A) Testosterone
• B) Serotonin
• C) S-fibers
• D) Substance P

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Definitions:

Neurotransmission

The process of chemical and electrical signaling between neurons, allowing for communication throughout the nervous system.

Sensitization

An increase in behavioral response after exposure to a stimulus, often leading to heightened responsiveness to other stimuli.

Sensitization Response

Sensitization response is a process where repeated exposure to a stimulus results in the progressive amplification of a response.

Electrical Stimulation

A therapeutic or research technique that involves applying electrical current to stimulate nerves, muscles, or brain areas.