Pain messages transmitted to the brain through the fast pathway are associated with _____, while messages transmitted through the slow pathway are associated with _____.
A)external; internal
B)internal; external
C)sharp pain; a longer-lasting aching pain
D)a longer-lasting aching pain; sharp pain

Question

Pain messages transmitted to the brain through the fast pathway are associated with _____, while messages transmitted through the slow pathway are associated with _____. ​
A)external; internal
B)internal; external
C)sharp pain; a longer-lasting aching pain
D)a longer-lasting aching pain; sharp pain

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The fast pathway is associated with the transmission of sharp pain sensations, which are typically felt immediately after an injury. The slow pathway, on the other hand, is responsible for transmitting longer-lasting, aching pain sensations that may persist after the initial injury.

Pain Messages Transmitted to the Brain Through the Fast Pathway