If chronic alcohol use diminishes SK2 channel function, how does alcohol produce inhibitory effects on NMDA receptors?
a. Alcohol continues to inhibit ion flow through NMDA receptors.
b. SK2 channels facilitate NMDA receptor function, which is counteracted by alcohol.
c. Alcohol inhibits Ca+ influx into neurons containing NMDA receptors.
d. Thiamine deficiency reduces neuronal activity through a different mechanism.
Ans: A
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