The Idea That Large Fibers in the Sensory Nerves Can

question 16

Multiple Choice

The idea that large fibers in the sensory nerves can prevent impulses from reaching the brain and thus prevent the sensation of pain is part of the __________ theory of pain.

• A) gate-control
• B) primary process
• C) free nerve ending
• D) volley

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Definitions:

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