Explain the relationship between gamma-aminobutyric acid and sedative-hypnotic drugs.
A. Sedative-hypnotic drugs decrease the GABA receptor-mediated potassium influx into nerves, inhibiting neuronal activity.
B. Sedative-hypnotic drugs decrease the GABA receptor-mediated chloride influx into nerves, enhancing neuronal activity.
C. Sedative-hypnotic drugs increase the GABA receptor-mediated sodium influx into nerves, inhibiting neuronal activity.
D. Sedative-hypnotic drugs increase the GABA receptor-mediated chloride influx into nerves, inhibiting neuronal activity.
Answer: D
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