____________________ is a substance that is released from the terminal (end) button of an axon, and causes either excitation or inhibition of another neuron or excitation of a muscle fiber

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Neurotransmitter

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a. The bruise is hotter than the surrounding skin b. Her adult daughter's concern about her health c. The signs and symptoms of a clot and dangers of a deep vein thrombosis d. The toe pinch test

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A patient with hemophilia fell backwards onto his right hip and is complaining of pain to that area. The primary assessment reveals no life-threatening conditions. Vital signs are pulse 112, respirations 18, blood pressure 102/84, and SpO2 99%. During transport, which of the following signs or symptoms would be of greatest concern?

A) Increasing bruising and pain to right hip B) SpO2 reading of 95 percent C) Hematoma formation now on right hip D) Heart rate 134 beats per minute

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Neurotransmitters are used to send signals from the neuron across the synapse to the next cell

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A backup copy is a duplicate file or set of information contained in a different area of the computer or on magnetic tape or disk

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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