Current Theory Suggests That Narcotic Analgesics Relieve Pain by Their

question 10

Multiple Choice

Current theory suggests that narcotic analgesics relieve pain by their ability to

• A)mimic the actions of endogenous opioid peptides.
• B)counter the effects of the opioid peptides.
• C)activate the release of serotonin in the amygdala.
• D)activate the release of massive amounts of acetylcholine in the basal ganglia.