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A client is being prepared for a neuroimaging study of glucose metabolism, blood flow, and neurotransmitter-receptor activity? What neuroimaging study will be performed on this client?
 
  A) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  B) Electroencephalogra m (EEG)
  C) Ultrasonography
  D) Positron emission tomography (PET) scan

Question 2

After testing, it is determined that a mental health client has low levels of serotonin. What symptom(s) would this individual most likely experience?
 
  A) Fight-or-flight response
  B) Sleep disturbances
  C) Severe anxiety
  D) Depression and impulsivity


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

Ans: D
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PET is used to examine brain functioning, including glucose metabolism, blood flow, and neurotransmitter-receptor activity. MRI, EEG, and ultrasound cannot assess each of these parameters of brain activity.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
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Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression, aggression, suicidality, and impulsivity. High levels of serotonin are associated with anxiety disorders. Sleep disturbances are associated with acetylcholine. The fight-or-flight response is associated with epinephrine.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Correct answers!


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