Describe the Basic Sequence of Events That Occurs as an Action

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Essay

Describe the basic sequence of events that occurs as an action potential arrives at the neuromuscular junction and is transmitted to the muscle cell.

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

The complex of nerve tissues that controls the activities of the body. In vertebrates, it comprises the brain and the spinal cord.

Stimulant

A type of drug that increases activity in the central nervous system, causing increased alertness, attention, and energy.

Barbiturates

A group of drugs that act as central nervous system depressants, often used medicinally as sedatives, hypnotics, and anticonvulsants.

Drug Interaction

A drug interaction involves changes in the effects or actions of one drug caused by the presence of another drug, food, or substance.