Cell Excitation

Synopsis

A non-mathematical (i.e. no Nernst) approach to basic physiology of nerve. The tapes aim to enable the student to state the factors responsible for maintenance of resting potential in nerve and to describe how the action potential arises and what its main characteristics are. Shows how the action potential is propagated and how local anaesthetic drugs act.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Audio; Audiocassette. 3 x 40 min.

Year of production

1977

Availability

Sale

Documentation

Accompanying booklet for each tape.

Uses

1st-year science students; 2nd MB.; pre-clinical dental students.

Subjects

Medical sciences

Keywords

cells; nerves; physiology - human

Credits

Writer

David R Tomlinson

Distributor

Name

University of Nottingham Medical School, Department of Physiology and Pharmacology

Notes

Contact: Dr David R Tomlinson