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When palpating the abdomen of a 20-year-old patient who was injured in a motor vehicle accident, the nurse notices the presence of tenderness in the left upper quadrant with deep palpation.Which of these structures is most likely to be involved?


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Blood Vessels

Tubular structures carrying blood throughout the body, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Amine Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters derived from amino acids that play significant roles in mood regulation, alertness, and the neuronal communication, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin.

L-dopa

L-dopa is a chemical precursor to dopamine, used as a medication primarily for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and dopamine-responsive dystonias.

Tyrosine

An amino acid that serves as a precursor to several important neurotransmitters, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine.

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