A nurse assesses that a patient has fear as well as increased heart rate and blood pressure.The nurse suspects increased activity of which neurotransmitter?

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Norepinephrine is the neurotransmitter associated with sympathetic nervous system stimulation,preparing the individual for "fight or flight." GABA is a mediator of anxiety level.A high concentration of histamine is associated with an inflammatory response.A high concentration of acetylcholine is associated with parasympathetic nervous system stimulation.

A Nurse Assesses That a Patient Has Fear as Well