In the Gate Control Theory of Pain, ________ Open(s) the Gate

question 76

Multiple Choice

In the gate control theory of pain, ________ open(s) the gate and ________ close(s) the gate.

• A) substance P; endorphins
• B) endorphins; substance P
• C) norepinephrine; epinephrine
• D) epinephrine; norepinephrine

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Definitions:

Venous Return

The flow of blood back to the heart through the veins, crucial for maintaining cardiovascular circulation.

Palpated

The act of examining or exploring by touch, especially used in a medical context to detect characteristics or abnormalities of an organ.

Superficial

Located near the surface of the body or an organ.

Pulse Pressure

The difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings, reflecting the force that the heart generates each time it contracts.