Nociceptors are best described as nerve receptors specific to which of the following?
a. inflammation c. pressure
b. pain d. sprain
B
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A Incorrect: Nociceptors are not associated with inflammation.
B Correct: Nociceptors are free nerve endings with specific pain receptors found in the tissues throughout the body.
C Incorrect: Nociceptors are not associated with pressure.
D Incorrect: Nociceptors are not associated with a sprain.
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