Activity of Neurons in the Spinothalamic Pathway May Still Send

question 47

Multiple Choice

Activity of neurons in the spinothalamic pathway may still send signals even if the first order sensoryreceptor does not receive a signal such as in amputation. This situation might cause

• A) referred pain.
• B) phantom limb pain.
• C) pain adaptation.
• D) paresthesia.
• E) anesthesia.

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