Asked by Daniel Scicchitano on Jun 04, 2024
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A patient has anxiety, increased heart rate, and fear. The nurse would suspect the presence of a high concentration of which neurotransmitter?
A) GABA
B) Histamine
C) Acetylcholine
D) Norepinephrine
Increased Heart Rate
A rise in the number of heartbeats per minute, which can occur due to exercise, stress, or medical conditions.
- Identify the bodily processes affected by neurotransmitters within the brain.
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Madison BowersJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Norepinephrine is the neurotransmitter associated with sympathetic nervous system stimulation, preparing the individual for the "fight-or-flight" response. GABA is a mediator of anxiety level. A high concentration of histamine is associated with an inflammatory response. A high concentration of acetylcholine is associated with parasympathetic nervous system stimulation.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the bodily processes affected by neurotransmitters within the brain.
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