Afterdischarge

(redirected from after-discharge)
Also found in: Medical.

Afterdischarge

the ability of neurons to rhythmically discharge impulses for a relatively long time after cessation of the stimulus. Usually, the stronger the stimulus and the longer its action on the receptors, the longer the afterdischarge. A short-term afterdischarge is produced by successive depolarization of the membrane of the neuron after prolonged rhythmic stimulation. A prolonged afterdischarge depends on the circulation of nerve impulses in the closed neuronal circuits of the reflex center.

Mentioned in ?

Potentiation

References in periodicals archive ?

We found similar after-discharge characteristics in seropositive and seronegative patients.

Clinical, Electrophysiological, and Serological Evaluation of Patients with Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome

Facilities should conduct thorough daily and after-discharge cleaning of rooms of C.

United States : First cases of Candida auris reported in United States

Nurses can benefit from including a post-discharge follow-up telephone call to bridge the gap between discharge and the patient's first after-discharge encounter with a healthcare provider.