In Order to Prevent a Patient from Experiencing Pain, a Local

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Multiple Choice

In order to prevent a patient from experiencing pain, a local anesthetic is injected around sensory neurons to prevent an action potential. How does a local anesthetic work?

• A) It inhibits the release of acetylcholine.
• B) It binds to and prevents the opening of potassium channels.
• C) It binds to and prevents the opening of sodium channels.
• D) It binds to and opens calcium channels.

Understand the purpose and major components of the discovery process in civil litigation.

Recognize the importance of timely responses and the consequences of failure to respond in legal proceedings.

Describe the various pretrial motions and documents filed in civil lawsuits, including motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment.

Identify the different discovery devices used in gathering evidence, such as interrogatories, depositions, and requests for admission.

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Definitions:

Plasma Membrane

A membrane made of two layers of lipids encircles the cell, managing how substances move into and out of it.

Intracellular

Located or occurring within a cell or cells.

Extracellular

Located or occurring outside the cell, often referring to the environment or substances in the space surrounding cells.

Chemical Signals

Molecules released by cells that have the effect of altering the metabolism, growth, or activity of other cells that possess receptors for the signal.