A nurse is working with a client whose current symptoms are attributable to high levels of norepinephrine. Which of the following functions does norepinephrine perform?
A) Stabilizes mood and regulates temperature
B) Promotes coordinated movement
C) Heightens arousal and increases energy
D) Transmits sensation of pain
C
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Norepinephrine heightens arousal and increases energy. Acetylcholine and dopamine promote coordinated movement. Serotonin stabilizes mood, induces sleep, and regulates the temperature of a person. Substance P transmits the sensation of pain, whereas endorphins and enkephalins interrupt the transmission of substance P and promote a sense of well-being.
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