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beccaep

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When describing the various neurotransmitters, which of the following would the nurse identify as the primary cholinergic neurotransmitter?
 
  A) Dopamine
  B) Acetylcholine
  C) Norepinephrine
  D) Serotonin

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a hospitalized client who has a disorder of the hypothalamus. When developing the client's plan of care, in which of the following areas would the nurse anticipate a problem?
 
  A) Sleep
  B) Constipation
  C) Speech
  D) Motor activity


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joanwhite

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Acetylcholine is the primary cholinergic neurotransmitter. Biogenic amines include dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Disorders of the hypothalamus produce common psychiatric symptoms such as sleep and appetite problems. The hypothalamus is not involved with bowel elimination, speech, or motor activity.


beccaep

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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