An electrochemical message that is transmitted by nerve cells is termed a(n) ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
impulse
An impulse is an electrochemical message that is transmitted by nerve cells.
You might also like to view...
A patient presents with findings suggestive of pulmonary embolism. The D-dimer test is negative. How does the nurse interpret this finding?
1. The patient has a pulmonary embolism. 2. Additional testing is necessary, but a pulmonary embolism is unlikely. 3. There is 4% likelihood that the test is incorrect. 4. The test should be repeated in 48 hours.
Minor variations in the sequence of the nucleotides within the same genes of different individuals (gene polymorphism) may lead to differences in the way the genes are expressed
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
1. The patient is returning home with adjustments in the home environment to support a temporary alteration in mobility status. 2. The patient needs additional teaching to understand the reason for taking Coumadin at the same time every day. 3. The patien
1. cancer 2. hypertension 3. osteoporosis 4. myocardial infarction
The nurse will monitor a patient for signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia if the patient is taking which of these diuretics?
a. Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) b. Furosemide (Lasix) c. Acetazolamide (Diamox) d. Spironolactone (Aldactone)