What Might Slow the Process of "Dying Back" of a Motor

question 35

Multiple Choice

What might slow the process of "dying back" of a motor neuron resulting from toxic insult?

• A) Regular muscle stimulation, such as that which occurs in physical therapy
• B) Administration of a specific antitoxin or antidote
• C) Pharmacological treatment of an antibody against the toxin or toxicant
• D) Placement of electrodes on the skin overlying the muscle to provide constant stimulation
• E) Administration of anti-inflammatory drugs

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