The nurse educated the patient on what happens when neurotransmitters are released into synaptic junctions, and made which correct statement?

a) "Neurotransmitters inhibit the transmission of nerve signals."
b) "Neurotransmitters bind to receptors on the receiving neuron."
c) "Neurotransmitters have no impact on synaptic communication."
d) "Neurotransmitters only affect muscle cells, not nerve cells."