The Neurotransmitters Most Widely Accepted to Be Dysregulated in Delirium

question 7

Multiple Choice

The neurotransmitters most widely accepted to be dysregulated in delirium are

• A) Norepinephrine and acetylcholine
• B) Norepinephrine and serotonin
• C) Serotonin and acetylcholine
• D) Dopamine and acetylcholine

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Definitions:

Photoreceptors

Specialized cells located in the retina of the eye that convert light into electrical signals, enabling vision.

Penlight

A small, lightweight flashlight used in medical examinations to check patients' pupil response or throat.

Mechanoreceptors

Sensory receptors in the body that respond to mechanical pressures or distortions, such as touch, pressure, stretch, and vibration.

Chemoreceptors

Sensory receptors that respond to chemical stimuli, found in various locations in the body and involved in processes like taste, smell, and respiratory control.