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Match each definition to one of the following items.
-Uses an endoscopic instrument to examine and perform closed procedures within the abdomen

Understand the basic structure and function of neurons, including the roles of dendrites, axons, and the cell body.
Identify the various types of neurons (sensory, motor, interneurons) and their primary functions.
Comprehend the process of neurotransmission, including the role of neurotransmitters and synaptic spaces.
Recognize the significance and mechanisms of action potentials and resting potentials in neural activity.

Definitions:

Neurotransmitter

Chemicals in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another, influencing a wide range of bodily and psychological functions.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in arousal, alertness, and the stress response.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in controlling the brain's reward and pleasure centers, as well as regulating movement and emotional responses.

Endorphins

Are neurochemicals produced by the nervous system to cope with pain or stress, often referred to as "feel-good" chemicals.

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