Which classification of drugs acts upon the brain to produce a complete loss of feeling and consciousness?
A) Local anesthetics
B) Nerve blocks
C) General anesthetics
D) Hypnotics
E) Antipsychotics

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General anesthetics act upon the brain to produce a complete loss of feeling and consciousness, whereas local anesthetics and nerve blocks primarily act to block nerve impulses to a specific area of the body for pain relief. Hypnotics are drugs that induce sleep, and antipsychotics are used to treat mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Which Classification of Drugs Acts Upon the Brain to Produce