Match up the correct pairing of a drug with its site of action.
A) cocaine; blocks reuptake of dopamine
B) ethanol; release of norepinephrine
C) amphetamine; release of acetylcholine
D) ketamine; blocks reuptake of dopamine
E) cannabis; nicotinic ACh receptor agonist

Question

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Cocaine blocks the reuptake of dopamine, increasing its concentration in the synaptic cleft and leading to increased stimulation of the postsynaptic neuron.

Answer: B 
 Ethanol can stimulate the release of norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter that plays a role in the body's "fight or flight" response.

Answer: C 
 Amphetamine can stimulate the release of dopamine, norepinephrine, and acetylcholine, among other neurotransmitters. However, its primary effect is on dopamine release.

Answer: D 
 Ketamine blocks the reuptake of dopamine, similar to cocaine, and also has effects on other neurotransmitters such as glutamate.

Answer: E 
 Cannabis is not a nicotinic ACh receptor agonist, but rather activates cannabinoid receptors in the brain.

Match Up the Correct Pairing of a Drug with Its