Author Question: When describing the various neurotransmitters, which of the following would the nurse identify as ... (Read 297 times)

beccaep · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

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

joanwhite · **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.