Author Question: When causing depolarization of the muscle membranes, what neurotransmitter interacts with the ... (Read 57 times)

tiffannnnyyyyyy · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

When causing depolarization of the muscle membranes, what neurotransmitter interacts with the nicotinic cholinergic receptors leading to the release of calcium ions?

A) Acetylcholine
B) Serotonin
C) D-gluconamidoethyl methacrylate (GAMA)
D) Epinephrine

Question 2

A nurse is providing patient education to the mother of a child receiving a first immunization. The nurse tells the mother that after the injection, it is normal for the child to exhibit what signs and symptoms?

A) Vomiting and diarrhea
B) High fever and sweating
C) Lethargy, drowsiness, and irritability
D) Pain, redness, and swelling at site of injection

ghepp · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
At the acetylcholine receptor site on the effector's side of the synapse, the acetylcholine interacts with the nicotinic cholinergic receptors causing the depolarization. Serotonin, GAMA, and epinephrine are not part of muscle contraction and relaxation.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Normal reactions to immunizations include pain, redness, and swelling at the site of the injection. Vomiting, diarrhea, high fever, sweating, lethargy, or drowsiness would not be expected and should be reported. The child could also be slightly irritable due to the pain at the injection site.