Narcotic drugs

Increases the nerve impulses.

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Are pain relievers.

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Alter thoughts, feelings etc.

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None of the above.

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Solution

The correct option is C Alter thoughts, feelings etc.
The narcotic drugs are the drugs that can reduce pain, induce a state of sedation or cause unconsciousness. These drugs are sometimes known as opoids because they act on the opioid receptors in the brain thereby altering feelings and thoughts.
Thus, the correct answer is option C.

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