The sensory or ________ nerves are responsible for detecting sensory information and bringing it to the CNS for interpretation.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
afferent
The afferent, or sensory, nerves are responsible for detecting sensory information from the body or environment and bringing it to the CNS for interpretation.
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A) zafirlukast (Accolate®) B) zileuton (Zyflo®) C) montelukast (Singulair®) D) none of the above
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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a) a hypoxic seizure. b) cerebral edema. c) a skull fracture. d) acute hypotension.