The Gate-Control Theory Suggests That Incoming Pain Sensations May Be

question 27

Multiple Choice

The gate-control theory suggests that incoming pain sensations may be blocked at the ​

• A)location of the injury.
• B)spinal cord.
• C)thalamus.
• D)cortex.

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Definitions:

Infection Cycle

A sequence of events that involve the spread of pathogens, from their source through a means of transmission, to a susceptible host.

Pathogen Established

Refers to the successful colonization and growth of a disease-causing microorganism within a host.

Reservoir Host

An organism that harbors a pathogen for an extended period, without suffering from disease caused by the pathogen, and serves as a source of infection.

Airborne Transmission

A mode of infectious disease transmission through the air, involving the spread of droplets or particles carrying infectious agents.