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Drugs that alter the permeability of the plasma membrane of a neuron have which of the follow-ing effects on nerve impulse conduction?

A

They prevent movement of sodium and potassium ions into and out of the cell, thereby stopping the transmission of the impulse.

B

They primarilyaffect conduction along the axon.

C

They prevent the release of neurotransmit- ters at synapses.

D

All of the above

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