The Effectiveness of Morphine in Relieving Pain Is Explained by Its

question 81

Multiple Choice

The effectiveness of morphine in relieving pain is explained by its

• A) mood elevating effects.
• B) chemical similarity to endorphins.
• C) capacity to inhibit free nerve endings.
• D) tendency to open spinal gates.

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Definitions:

Moisture

The presence of a liquid, especially water, often in trace amounts.

Rain Shadow

A dry area on the leeward side of a mountainous area, where precipitation is significantly less than on the windward side.

Precipitation

The process by which water leaves the atmosphere and falls to the ground as water, ice, or snow.

Windward Side

The side of an object or geography that faces the direction from which the wind is blowing; often receives more rainfall and has cooler temperatures.