Endorphins and enkephalins are examples of:

A) anesthetics
B) antipyretics
C) neurotransmitters
D) analgesics


C) neurotransmitters
Endorphins and enkephalins are neurotransmitters, capable of binding with opioid receptors in the CNS and inhibiting the transmission of pain impulses.

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Which two crutch gaits are often required for patients with severe disabilities, such as leg paralysis or deformity? 

A. Four-point and two-point B. Two-point and three-point C. Four-point and swing-to D. Swing-through and two-point E. Swing-to and swing-through

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HITECH is an example of which level of healthcare reform?

A. Revolutionizing workflows and creating new roles B. Technological innovation C. Patient wellness and preventive healthcare D. Legislation and finance reform through governmental intervention

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A person weighing 200 pounds gained 15 pounds in a 6-month period. What percent of his original weight did he gain?Answer: ___________

What will be an ideal response?

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Sustained traction should not be used for a patient with

A) nerve root impingement B) disc herniation C) spinal cord impingement D) osteoarthritis

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