Local Anesthetics Block Conduction of Action Potentials in Sensory Neurons

question 151

Multiple Choice

Local anesthetics block conduction of action potentials in sensory neurons by

• A)inhibiting the release of acetylcholine.
• B)binding to potassium channels.
• C)binding to sodium channels.
• D)binding to calcium channels.

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