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jon_i

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Which of the following represents a potential therapy for stroke?
 
  A) drugs that promote inflammatory reactions
  B) drugs that inactivate GABA receptors
  C) drugs that block glutamate receptors
  D) introduction of free radicals into the affected brain region
  E) drugs that excite glutamate receptors

Question 2

The death of neurons following a stroke is caused by
 
  A) over-stimulation of nerve cells by abnormally high levels of glutamate.
  B) neuronal firing produced by compression.
  C) interruption of glycogen delivery to the cell.
  D) enhanced release of the inhibitory transmitter GABA.
  E) loss of oxygen radicals.


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Yixagurpuldink

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Rationale: Drugs that block glutamate receptors represent a potential therapy for stroke.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Rationale: The death of neurons following a stroke is caused by over-stimulation of nerve cells by abnormally high levels of glutamate.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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