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[sudden] more than what is neede or usual
excess The dietician explained that an excess consumption of caffeine may cause unpleasant effects such as feeling nervous and on edge.
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[sudden] produced outside the body
exogenous The nrse explained that people with diabetes often need to receive exogenous forms of insulin because their bodies are unable to produce enough insulin.
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[sudden] to increase in size or amount
expand The unlicensed assistive personnel turns the patient frequently so that the size of the skin sore will not expand any further.
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[sudden] contact
exposure The nurse taught the parents of a newborn to avoid exposure to people with severe infections.
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[sudden] located outside the body
external The unlicensed assistive personnel measured the amount of blood in the external drain after the patient's surgery.
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[sudden] resulting in death
fatal The emergency medical technicians arrived too late to save any lives at the scene of a fatal car accident.
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[sudden] extreme tiredness, exhaustion
fatigue The dietician explained to the patient that eating more iron-rich food may help reduce feelings of fatigue.
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[sudden] limp, lacking tone
flaccid After her stroke, the patient could not feed herself because her arms were flaccid.
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[sudden] reddened or ruddy appearance
flushed The therapist observed that the patient's face was flused after completing the exercises.
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[sudden] wide open
gaping In the emergency room, the nurse observed a gaping wound when examining a gunshot victim.
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[sudden] sex of an individual, as in male or female
gender Female gender places patients at higher risk for breast cancer.
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[sudden] maintenance of body fluid balance
hydration The nurse explains that adequate hydration helps keep skin soft and supple.
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Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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[sudden] measures contributing to cleanliness and good health
hygiene The dental assistant teaches patients about good hygiene practices to maintain strong teeth.
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[sudden] diminished or lacking some usual quality or level
impaired The paramedic stated that the patient's impaired speech was obvious in the way she slurred her words.
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[sudden] likely to occur soon
impending The nurse observed the patient signing the consent form for the impending procedure.
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[sudden] occurrence
incidence In recent years there has been an increased incidence of infections that do not respond to antibiotics.
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[sudden] reddened, swollen, warm, and often tender
inflamed The nurse observed that the skin around the patient's ound was inflamed.
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[sudden] to swallow for digestion
ingest The paramedic may contact the poison control center when providing emergency care for a child who has ingested cleaning fluid.
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[sudden] to begin or put into practice
initiate The nurse decided to initiate safety measure to prevent injury because the patient was very weak.
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[sudden] so gradual as to not become apparent for a long time
insidious The physician explained that the cancer probably started years ago but had not been detected becaue its spread was so insidious.
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[sudden] in place, unharmed
intact The nurse observed that the bandage was intact after surgery.
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[sudden] located within the body
internal
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[sudden] inserting or entering into a body part
invasive The laboratory technician is careful when obtaining blood samples, because this invasive procedure may cause problems such as infection or bruising.
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[sudden] changing rapidly and often
labile Because the child's temperature was very labile, the nurse instructed the unlicensed assistive personnel to check the temperature frequently.
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[sudden] present, but not active or visible
latent The latent infection produced symptoms only when the patient's condition was weakened from another illness.
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Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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[sudden] difficult to arouse
lethargic The unlicensed assistive personnel observed that the morning after a patient received a sleeping pill, the patient was too lethargic to eat breakfast.
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Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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[sudden] an indication or sign of a condition
manifestation The dietician looked for manifestations of poor nutrition, such as excessive weight loss and poor skin condition.
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[sudden] substance or ingredient that provides nourishment
nutrient The dietician explains that fruits and vegetables contain nutrients that reduce the risk of some cancers.
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[sudden] closed or obstructed
occluded Because the patient's foot was cold and blue, the nurse reported that ht epatient's circulation to that foot was occluded.
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[sudden] significantly important and dangerous
ominous After a patient sustained a head injury, the paramedic noted that the patient's breathing was irregular, which was an ominous sign that the patient's condition was worsening.
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[sudden] continuous
ongoing The nurse instructed that patient that the treatment would be ongoing throughout the patient's entire hospital stay.
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[sudden] given through or affecting the mouth
oral The unlicensed assistive personnel reminded the patient not to take any fluids orally because he was scheduled for surgery.
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[sudden] obvious, easily observed
overt The overt symptoms of the disease included vomiting and diarrhea.
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[sudden] a characteristic or constant factor
parameter The dietician explained that the number of calories needed for energy is one of the important parameters of a healthy diet.
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[sudden] beginning suddenly or abruptly
paroxysmal The respiratory therapist provided a breathing treatment to stop the patient's paroxysmal breathing difficulty.
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[sudden] open
patent The nurse checked to see whether the intravenous needle was patent before giving the patient a medication.
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[sudden] producing a strong effect
potent The medication was very potent, and it immediately relieved the patient's pain.
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[sudden] capable of occuring or likely to occur
potential Because the patient was very weak, the therapist felt the patient had a high potential for falling.
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[sudden] preventive measure
precaution The laboratory technician wore gloves as a precaution against blood contamination.
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[sudden] rapid, uncontrolled
precipitous The paramedic assisted the pregnant woman during a precipitous delivery in her home.
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[sudden] to make more susceptiable or more likely to occur
predispose The dietician explains that high dietary fat intake predisposes some persons to heart disease.
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[sudden] already present
preexisting The nurse notified the physician that the patient has a preexisting condition that might lead to complications during the emergency surgery.
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[sudden] first of most significant
primary The patient's primary concern was when he could return to work after the operation.
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[sudden] of great importance
priority The laboratory technician was gentle when inserting the needle because it is a high priority to ensure taht the patient does not experience excessive pain and discomfort during the procedure.
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[sudden] the anticipated or expected course or outcome
prognosis The physician explained that with treatment the patient's prognosis was for a long and healthy life.
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[sudden] the underlying reason
rationale To make sure that the patient will follow the diet instructions, the dietician explains the rationale for the low-salt diet.
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[sudden] to occur again
recur To make sure that a tooth cavity does not recur, the dental hygienist instructs the patient to use toothpaste with fluoride regularly.
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[sudden] to limit
restrict The unlicensed assistive personnel removed the water pitcher from the room to assist the patient in following instructions to restrict the intake of fluids.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] to hold or keep
retain The nurse administered a medication to prevent the patient from retaining excess body fluid, which might cause unpleasant swelling.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] location
site The nurse selected a site to sarte the patient's IV based on comfort for the patient.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] condition
status The paramedic recognized that the patient's status was unstable, which necessitated immediate transport to the nearest medical center.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] stringent, exact, complete
strict The nurse stressed that the patient must follow instructions to maintain stric bed rest to prevent further injury.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] to take in addition to or to complete
supplement The dietician instructed the patient to supplement their diet with extra calcium tablets to help build strong bones.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] to stop or subdue
suppress When the child's fever came down, the nurse checked to see if any medications had been given that would have suppressed the fever.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] being equal or the same in size, shape, and relative position
symmetric (symmetrical) The paramedic observed that the movement of both sides of the patient's chest was symmetrical after the accident.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] anindication of a problem
symptom The nurse recognized that the patient's weakness was a symptom of bleeding after surgery.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] adverse or negative
untoward The patient became very confused, which was an untoward effect of the medication received.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] excrete or expel urine
urinate The nurse instructed the patient to report any discomfort felt during urination.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] spoken, using words
verbal The paramedic called in a verbal report on the patient's condition to the emergency room nurse while transporting the patient to the hospital.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] essential
vital The paramedic knows that it is vital to learn what type of poison was taken when caring for a poisoning victim.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] excrete, or expel urine
void The patient was instructed to void into the container so the nurse could observe the appearance of the urine.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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97a516f6_cabulary_Flashcards___Cram_com__in_the_patient_s_level_of_pain
[sudden] ammount of space occupied by fluid
volume The nurse recorded the volume of cough syrup administered to the patient.
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Hesi A2- Vocabulary Flashcards - Cram.com
Abrupt The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain
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7/1438042988860.4_20150728002308-00333-ip-10-236-191-2_383132273_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The presence of the ________ prevents the dissipation of the concentration gradient for Na+. [equilibrium potential]
Na+/K+ pump
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
Why is the electrical potential of a membrane at rest closest to potassium's equilibrium potential than to sodium's equilibrium potential? [equilibrium potential]
more potassium channels are open, allowing more potassium to move out of the cell
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
As a membrane's permeability to a particular ion increases, membrane potential will move ________ that ion's ________. [equilibrium potential]
closer to : equilibrium potential
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
True/False: The membrane potential of a cell is determined exclusively by that cell's sodium and potassium permeability. [equilibrium potential]
false
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
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09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
True/False: The Nernst equation is used to calculate the resting membrane potential. [equilibrium potential]
false
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
Whether a membrane is depolarized to threshold or above, the amplitude of the resulting action potential is the same; in other words, once threshold is reached, the action potential will take place. This concept is known as __________. [equilibrium potential]
the "all-or-none principle"
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
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09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
A change in a cell's membrane potential, such that it becomes more positive, is referred to as a ________. [equilibrium potential]
depolarization
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
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09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The depolarization phase of the action potential is generated by a rapid ________. [equilibrium potential]
opening of sodium channels
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The repolarization phase of action potentials in neurons is due primarily to ________. [equilibrium potential]
potassium flow out of the cell
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
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09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
During which of the following states are the majority of voltage-gated sodium channels closed and incapable of opening? [equilibrium potential]
during the absolute refractory period
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
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09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The all-or-none principle, associated with the action potential, states that ________. [equilibrium potential]
once membrane potential reaches threshold, an action potential will be generated and that action potential will always be the same magnitude
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
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09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
In order for a neuron to move from the absolute to the relative refractory period, a majority of that neuron's sodium channels must have their ________. [equilibrium potential]
inactivation gates open
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
In myelinated nerve fibers, where do action potentials occur? [equilibrium potential]
nodes of Ranvier
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
True/False: The magnitude of the action potential is dependent upon the extent to which the change in membrane potential is above threshold. [equilibrium potential]
false
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
Where in the neuron is an action potential initially generated? [3] Yes, this region (first part of the axon) receives local signals (graded potentials) from the soma and dendrites and has a high concentration of voltage-gated Na+ channels. [equilibrium potential]
axon hillock
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The depolarization phase of an action potential results from the opening of which channels? [3] Yes, when the voltage-gated Na+ channels open, Na+ rushes into the cell causing depolarization. [equilibrium potential]
voltage-gated Na+ channels
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The repolarization phase of an action potential results from __________. [3] Yes, as the voltage-gated K+ channels open, K+ rushes out of the cell, causing the membrane potential to become more negative on the inside, thus repolarizing the cell. [equilibrium potential]
the opening of voltage-gated K+ channels
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
Hyperpolarization results from __________. [3] Yes, the slow closing of the voltage-gated K+ channels means that more K+ is leaving the cell, making it more negative inside. [equilibrium potential]
slow closing of voltage-gated K+ channels
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
What is the magnitude (amplitude) of an action potential? [3] Yes, the membrane goes from –70 mV to +30 mV. Thus, during the action potential, the inside of the cell becomes more positive than the outside of the cell. [equilibrium potential]
100 mV
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The membranes of neurons at rest are very permeable to _____ but only slightly permeable to _____. [3] Yes, more K+ moves out of the cell than Na+ moves into the cell, helping to establish a negative resting membrane potential. [equilibrium potential]
K+; Na+
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
During depolarization, which gradient(s) move(s) Na+ into the cell? [3] Yes, a positive ion is driven into the cell because the inside of the cell is negative compared to the outside of the cell, and Na+ is driven into the cell because the concentration of Na+ is greater outside the cell. [equilibrium potential]
both the electrical and chemical gradients
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
What is the value for the resting membrane potential for most neurons? [3] Yes, the resting membrane potential for neurons depends on the distribution of both Na+ and K+ across the cell membrane. The potential is closer to the equilibrium potential of K+ because the cell is more permeable to K+. [equilibrium potential]
-70mV
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The Na+–K+ pump actively transports both sodium and potassium ions across the membrane to compensate for their constant leakage. In which direction is each ion pumped? [3] Yes, Na+ is pumped out of the cell against its electrochemical gradient and K+ is pumped into the cell against its concentration gradient. [equilibrium potential]
Na+ is pumped out of the cell and K+ is pumped into the cell
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The concentrations of which two ions are highest outside the cell. [3] Yes, both Na+ and Cl– are in higher concentrations outside the cell. [equilibrium potential]
Na+ and Cl–
[]
BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
What is the approximate resting membrane potential of neurons? [equilibrium potential]
-70mV
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
Which of the following best describes the electrochemical forces acting on sodium and potassium ions at the resting membrane potential? a. the force on sodium ions move out of the cell, and the force of potassium ions is to move into the cell b. the force of sodium ions is to move into the cell, and the force on potassium ions is to move out of the cell. c. there is no force on either ion to move d. forces on both sodium and potassium ions are to move out of the cell e. forces on both sodium and potassium ions are to move into the cell [equilibrium potential]
b. the force of sodium ions is to move into the cell, and the force on potassium ions is to move out of the cell.
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
At the resting membrane potential, the membrane is most permeable to ________, which moves ________ the cell due to its electrochemical gradient. [equilibrium potential]
potassium : out of
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
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09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
If, under resting conditions, the membrane is much more permeable to sodium than potassium, what would happen to the resting membrane potential? [equilibrium potential]
approach sodium's equilibrium potential
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
If we apply an electrical stimulus to a muscle cell to cause it to contract, the magnitude of that stimulus must be strong enough to reach a critical value that is essential in initiating the process of contraction. This critical value is known as __________. [equilibrium potential]
threshold
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
Which of the following represents a state of depolarization of a neuron? [equilibrium potential]
-70mv to +30mV
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
A change in a cell's membrane potential, such that it becomes more negative, is referred to as a ________. [equilibrium potential]
hyperpolarization
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
A ________ is a subthreshold change in membrane potential within the cell body that decays as it travels away from its point of origin. [equilibrium potential]
graded potential
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
If the graded potential remains above threshold once it reaches the ________, an action potential will be generated. [equilibrium potential]
axon hillock
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The opening of sodium channels causes a rapid ________ of sodium that ________ the neuron's membrane. [equilibrium potential]
influx : depolarizes
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The repolarization phase of the action potential in a neuron is driven by the ________. [equilibrium potential]
closure of sodium channels and opening of potassium channels
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
For the sodium channel to open and allow sodium into the cell, ________. [equilibrium potential]
the activation and inactivation gates must be both opened
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
The jumping of an action potential from node-to-node is called ________. [equilibrium potential]
saltatory conduction
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json
09b93509_tentials_Flashcards___Cram_com__equilibrium_potential
True/False: Under resting conditions, the sodium channel responsible for generating an action potential is closed and incapable of opening. [equilibrium potential]
false
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BIO 219: MAP #5 - Neurophysiology I and II: Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials Flashcards - Cram.com
equilibrium potential
http://www.cram.com/flashcards/bio-219-map-5-neurophysiology-i-and-ii-membrane-potentials-and-action-potentials-2122794
7/1438042988311.72_20150728002308-00226-ip-10-236-191-2_393342231_0.json