EBK SEELEY'S ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
EBK SEELEY'S ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
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ISBN: 9781259671166
Author: VanPutte
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Chapter 14, Problem 1RAC
Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Nociceptors are the sensory neurons and are located in the deep structures of the body. The signals produced by these receptors in deep body tissues are biologically as well as clinically important.

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Answer to Problem 1RAC

The correct answer is option (c) painful mechanical, chemical, or thermal stimuli.

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Explanation for the correct answer:

Option (c) painful mechanical, chemical, or thermal stimuli. Nociceptors are the neurons that sense the pain and respond to potentially damaging stimuli. These neurons respond to stimuli by transferring threat signals to the spinal cord and brain. So, the correct answer is option (c).

Explanation for incorrect answer:

Option (a) changes in temperature at the site of the receptor. Nociceptors respond to the extreme alterations in temperature that induce pain. So, this is an incorrect option.

Option (b) compression, bending, or stretching of cells. The compression, stretching of cells, or bending can stimulate the nociceptors. However, the stretching or bending outside a normal range only can cause pain. So, this is an incorrect option.

Option (d) light striking a receptor cell. The light striking a particular receptor cell must be strong enough to induce pain in order to trigger a nociceptor reaction. So, this is an incorrect option.

Conclusion

Nociceptors mainly respond to damaging stimuli such as painful mechanical, thermal, or chemical stimuli. Hence, the correct answer is option (c) painful mechanical, chemical, or thermal stimuli.

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Chapter 14 Solutions

EBK SEELEY'S ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

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