A Woman Is Placed on an Antidepressant That Increases Neuronal

question 6

Multiple Choice

A woman is placed on an antidepressant that increases neuronal release of norepinephrine.Which mechanism is responsible for this effect?

• A) activation of α₂-adrenoceptors
• B) blockade of α₂-adrenoceptors
• C) activation of serotonin 5-HT₂ receptors
• D) blockade of serotonin 5-HT₂ receptors
• E) blockade of muscarinic acetylcholine receptors

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