Research into the Neural Basis of Cataplexy Has Shown That

question 73

Multiple Choice

Research into the neural basis of cataplexy has shown that during episodes of cataplexy:

• A) neurons in the subcoerulear nucleus become inactive.
• B) neurons in the magnocellular nucleus of the medulla become active.
• C) neurons in the peribrachial area become active.
• D) neurons in the subcoerulear nucleus become inactive and neurons in the magnocellular nucleus of the medulla become active.

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