Human Anatomy & Physiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology
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ISBN: 9780805382952
Author: Erin C. Amerman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Albert, the patient in question 3, takes the drug lithium, which reduces the permeability of the neuronal axolemma to Na + (that is, it allows fewer Na + to enter the axon). Predict the effect this would normally have on his neuronal action potentials. Do you think this drug would be beneficial or harmful, considering his condition?

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