Drugs such as lidocaine and novocaine act as na+ channel blockers. in other words, they prevent sodium from moving across the neuronal membrane. why would this particular effect make these drugs such effective local anesthetics?

Francine, a college freshman, has agreed to participate in a psychology research study. before she begins her participation, she reads a statement written by the researcher explaining the purpose of the research and the potential risks of participation. it also explains that francine is free to withdraw from the research at any time. in providing francine with this statement, the researcher has followed the ethical guidelines of for participants.