The educator is discussing pain transmission with the nurse. Which statement made by the nurse indicates an understanding of the process?
A. "The transmission process begins with the activation of substance P."
B. "The transmission process begins with the A and C fibers."
C. "The transmission process begins with the nociceptors."
D. "The transmission process begins with the sensory neurons in the spinal cord."
Answer: C
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