PHYSIOLOGY
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Question
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The rapid withdrawal from something that causes pain is called the
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node to node response
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withdrawal reflex
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rapid fire response
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action potential
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The withdrawal response (reflex), also known as the nociceptive flexion reflex, is an automatic response of the spinal cord that is critical in protecting the body from harmful stimuli.
Detailed explanation-2: -Stretch reflexes help maintain posture by stimulating muscles to regain normal body position. A flexor (withdrawal) reflex is a polysynaptic reflex that causes a limb to be withdrawn when it encounters pain (refer to Figure 1).
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