Asked by Giovanny Garcia on May 05, 2024
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Stimulation of the A-delta fibers, since they are myelinated, leads to a _______, whereas the unmyelinated C fibers often result in _____________.
A) "slow pain" response; "fast pain" response
B) "no pain" response; "slow pain" response
C) "fast pain" response; "slow pain" response
D) "no pain" response; "fast pain" response
A-delta Fibers
A-delta Fibers are fast-conducting nerve fibers that transmit sharp, immediate pain to the brain, playing a crucial role in the body's pain response system.
Myelinated
Refers to nerve fibers covered by a myelin sheath, which increases the speed at which electrical impulses are transmitted along the nerve cells.
C Fibers
Small-diameter nerve fibers that provide information concerning slow, diffuse, lingering pain.
- Recognize the difference in pain perception between different types of fibers.
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LT
Lydia TerrazasMay 06, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Stimulation of the myelinated A-delta fibers leads to a "fast pain" response, while unmyelinated C fibers often result in a "slow pain" response.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the difference in pain perception between different types of fibers.