Many Anesthetics Produce Their Effects by Inhibiting the Opening of the Potassium

question 104

True/False

Many anesthetics produce their effects by inhibiting the opening of the potassium channels,blocking the repolarization of nerve impulses.

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Definitions:

Inspiration

The process of taking air into the lungs, a vital part of breathing.

Sternocleidomastoid Muscle

A muscle in the neck that is prominent when the head rotates or flexes.

Tidal Volume (TV)

The volume of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath.

Maximal Exhalation

The act of expelling as much air as possible from the lungs, used to measure lung capacity and function.