Morphine Is a Drug That Acts in the Same Way

question 10

Multiple Choice

Morphine is a drug that acts in the same way that the body's natural endorphins do. This suggests that morphine acts as an _____ for endorphin.

• A) efferent
• B) agonist
• C) afferent
• D) antagonist

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Definitions:

Self-preservation

A basic instinct in all beings to protect themselves from harm and to maintain their health and well-being.

Adaptive Potential

The capability of an individual or system to adjust or change in response to new conditions or environments.

Epigenesis

A biological process in which the development of an organism is shaped by the interaction between its genetic potential and the environment, leading to the gradual unfolding of complex structures.

Grief Resolution

The process of working through the emotional and psychological impact of loss to reach a state of acceptance and adjustment.