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Maegan DenBoer
on Oct 13, 2024
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Pain is selectively detected by ________.
A) mechanoreceptors
B) thermoreceptors
C) nociceptors
D) proprioceptors
Nociceptors
Specialized sensory neurons that respond to damaging or potentially damaging stimuli by sending signals to the spinal cord and brain.
Thermoreceptors
Sensory receptors that respond to changes in temperature.
Mechanoreceptors
Sensory receptors responsible for detecting mechanical pressure or distortion, playing critical roles in touch and auditory systems.
- Comprehend the mechanisms and pathways for pain perception.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the mechanisms and pathways for pain perception.
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