A nurse is reviewing the stress response. What does she identify as the most important neurotransmitter involved?
1. GABA
2. Serotonin
3. Dopamine
4. Norepinephrine
Answer: 4
Explanation: Norepinephrine is an exciting neurotransmitter involved in the fight or flight response. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter that is calming, quieting, and relaxing. Serotonin is a modulating neurotransmitter involved in impulse control, mood, and affect. Dopamine is a modulating neurotransmitter involved in reward seeking behavior.
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