Which of the Following Is NOT Part of the Gate

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT part of the gate -control theory of pain modulation?

• A) Inhibitory interneurons are inhibited by collaterals from the nociceptor afferent.
• B) Signals that modify pain originate from higher centers of the brain.
• C) Inhibitory interneurons can modulate second -order pain neurons.
• D) A nonpainful stimulus can activate the inhibitory interneuron and thereby inhibit the painful stimulus.
• E) Inhibitory interneurons are activated by collaterals of Afi fibers that are associated with mechanical stimuli.

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