The Target Cells of the Nervous System Are

question 55

Multiple Choice

The target cells of the nervous system are

• A)glial cells.
• B)other neurons.
• C)all the cell types in the body.
• D)muscle cells.
• E)neurons, muscles, or glands.

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Definitions:

-staxis

A suffix used in medical terminology to denote bleeding or a hemorrhage, as in epistaxis (nosebleed).

-ptosis

A suffix indicating the prolapse, falling, or downward displacement of a body part.

Edematous

Referring to the condition of being swollen due to the accumulation of excess fluid in the tissues.

Decubitus

A medical term referring to the posture of a patient when lying down or a pressure sore caused by prolonged bed rest.