Question 1

Elle is given medication prior to surgery to dry up her secretions.This drug is likely to be a(n) .&#10;A)adrenergic&#10;B)anticholinergic&#10;C)cholinergic&#10;D)adrenergic blocker

Accepted Answer

Anticholinergics are drugs that block the actions of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that is involved in many bodily functions including secretion. Therefore, by blocking acetylcholine, the drug is likely to dry up Elle's secretions prior to surgery.

Question 2

If a patient takes a prototype antihypertensive that works via actions on the autonomic nervous system,what drug is he likely to be taking?&#10;A)propranolol&#10;B)pilocarpine&#10;C)bethanechol&#10;D)ephedrine

Accepted Answer

Propranolol is a prototype beta-blocker drug that works by blocking the effects of the sympathetic nervous system on the heart and blood vessels, leading to decreased heart rate and decreased blood pressure. Therefore, it is an antihypertensive drug that works via actions on the autonomic nervous system. Pilocarpine and bethanechol are cholinergic drugs that work by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system, leading to decreased heart rate but increased gastrointestinal and urinary activities. Ephedrine is a sympathomimetic drug that works by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system, leading to increased heart rate and blood pressure.

Question 3

Leslie takes medication for hypertension.What category of medication has he likely been prescribed?&#10;A)beta blocker&#10;B)anticholinergic&#10;C)cholinergic blocker&#10;D)adrenergic

Accepted Answer

Beta blockers are commonly prescribed for the treatment of hypertension. They work by blocking certain hormones (such as adrenaline) from binding to beta receptors in the body, which can decrease heart rate and lower blood pressure. Anticholinergics and cholinergic blockers are typically used for other conditions, such as Parkinson's disease or irritable bowel syndrome. Adrenergic medications, while they may also affect blood pressure, are not typically used as first-line treatments for hypertension.

Question 4

Neostigmine is a(n) .&#10;A)adrenergic&#10;B)cholinergic&#10;C)beta blocker&#10;D)anticholinergic

Accepted Answer

Neostigmine is a cholinergic drug that works by inhibiting the activity of acetylcholinesterase, the enzyme that breaks down the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. This leads to increased levels of acetylcholine in the body, which can improve muscle function and decrease symptoms of myasthenia gravis.

Question 5

Following a serious automobile accident,Salvador arrived at the hospital in shock.What type of drug would he most likely be given?&#10;A)cholinergic&#10;B)cholinergic blocker&#10;C)adrenergic blocker&#10;D)adrenergic

Accepted Answer

Adrenergic drugs are used in the treatment of shock as they stimulate the sympathetic nervous system and increase blood pressure and heart rate. This can help improve perfusion and oxygenation of vital organs, including the brain. Cholinergic and cholinergic blocker drugs, on the other hand, have the opposite effect and could lower blood pressure, which could be detrimental in a patient with shock. Adrenergic blocker drugs are not typically used in the acute management of shock.

Question 6

You are taking an upcoming trip to Asia.Because you typically have motion sickness on long flights,you &#34;get the patch.&#34; What drug is likely to be in the patch?&#10;A)atropine&#10;B)fentanyl&#10;C)scopolamine&#10;D)estrogen

Accepted Answer

Scopolamine is a drug commonly used as a patch for motion sickness on long flights. Atropine is not used for motion sickness and can actually exacerbate the symptoms. Fentanyl is a powerful opioid used for pain management, not motion sickness. Estrogen is not used for motion sickness either.

Question 7

Kirk has myasthenia gravis,a disease characterized by fluctuating weakness of voluntary muscles.If he is treated with a drug that acts via the autonomic nervous system,what category of drug is he likely to receive?

A)cholinergic blocker
B)adrenergic blocker
C)cholinergic
D)adrenergic

Accepted Answer

Pyridostigmine is a drug used to treat myasthenia gravis. It works by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase, thereby increasing the amount of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction, which helps improve muscle strength in patients with this condition.

Question 8

Evie suffers from severe migraines.What category of medications would be most likely to be used to treat her migraines?&#10;A)cholinergics&#10;B)alpha blockers&#10;C)adrenergics&#10;D)beta blockers

Accepted Answer

Beta blockers are commonly used to prevent migraines by blocking the effects of adrenaline and stress hormones on the body, which can trigger migraines.

Question 9

Edward has been given medication to dilate his pupils for a medical procedure.To what category is this drug likely to belong?&#10;A)alpha blocker&#10;B)anticholinergic&#10;C)beta blocker&#10;D)cholinergic

Accepted Answer

Dilating the pupils requires blocking the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for constriction of the pupils. Anticholinergics are drugs that block the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that activates the parasympathetic nervous system. Therefore, the medication given to Edward is likely an anticholinergic.

Question 10

Isabella carries an Epi-Pen at all times.She most likely carries it because she has .&#10;A)severe allergies that may cause anaphylaxis&#10;B)high blood pressure.&#10;C)angina pectoris&#10;D)migraine headaches

Accepted Answer

An Epi-Pen is typically carried by individuals with severe allergies that may cause anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.

Question 11

Atropine is a(n) .&#10;A)cholinergic&#10;B)beta blocker&#10;C)adrenergic&#10;D)anticholinergic

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Question 12

You are incredibly excited about an upcoming trip to Asia,but are dreading the lengthy flight because you suffer from terrible motion sickness.A friend suggests that you "get the patch" to prevent motion sickness.What category drug is likely to be in the patch?

A)adrenergic
B)anticholinergic
C)adrenergic blocker
D)cholinergic

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Question 13

Payton is being treated for throat cancer and,as a result of the radiation he is receiving,often has a very dry mouth.What category of drug might prescribed to treat this condition?&#10;A)anticholinergic&#10;B)adrenergic blocker&#10;C)adrenergic&#10;D)cholinergic

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Question 14

You are quite nervous about traveling with your friend,Isabella,who must have an Epi-Pen for use in medical emergencies.You ask her for a mock demonstration on how to use it should you be required to do so.Isabella shows you how to .

A)place it under her tongue
B)dissolve it for administration
C)inject it
D)squirt it down her throat

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Question 15

Kirk has myasthenia gravis,a disease characterized by fluctuating weakness of voluntary muscles.If he is treated with a drug that acts via the autonomic nervous system,what category of drug is he likely to receive?

A)cholinergic blocker
B)adrenergic blocker
C)cholinergic
D)adrenergic

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Hadley has a terrible nose bleed and her father takes her to the urgent care center.While there,she is administered an adrenergic drug.Adrenergics may be used to treat persistent severe nose bleeds because they .

A)have a calming effect
B)constrict capillaries
C)increase blood pressure
D)slow heart rate

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Question 17

Propranolol is a(n) .&#10;A)adrenergic&#10;B)beta blocker&#10;C)cholinergic&#10;D)anticholinergic

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Question 18

Payton is being treated for throat cancer and as a result of the radiation she is receiving,often has a very dry mouth.What drug might she be prescribed to treat this condition?&#10;A)pyridostigmine&#10;B)bethanechol&#10;C)neostigmine&#10;D)pilocarpine

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

Yestin has open angle glaucoma,a disease in which the eye's drainage system becomes clogged,and,as a result,pressure builds up in the eye,damaging the optic nerve and leading to blindness.What drug might Yestin be prescribed to treat this condition and save his vision?

A)pyridostigmine
B)pilocarpine
C)bethanechol
D)neostigmine

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Epinephrine is a(n) .&#10;A)anticholinergic&#10;B)adrenergic&#10;C)beta blocker&#10;D)cholinergic

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Question 21

What side effects might Yestin experience as a result of the cholinergic drug he is taking for glaucoma?&#10;A)hypertension&#10;B)tachycardia&#10;C)constipation&#10;D)nausea and vomiting

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Question 22

Leland and his friends are in the mountains for the weekend,and collect greens,berries,and mushrooms for their final meal.Leland makes and taste tests the mushroom dish and wounds up violently ill with mushroom poisoning.At the hospital,he is treated with atropine.What side effects might Leland experience from the atropine?

A)bradycardia
B)decreased body temperature
C)diarrhea
D)blurred vision and headaches

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Question 23

Giovanni is treated with a adrenergic drug after he experiences cardiac arrest from being hit in the chest with a baseball.What adverse effects is often associated with the use of adrenergics?&#10;A)hypoglycemia&#10;B)cardiac arrhythmias&#10;C)hypotension&#10;D)bradycardia

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Question 24

Bethanechol is a(n) .&#10;A)anticholinergic&#10;B)beta blocker&#10;C)cholinergic&#10;D)adrenergic

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Question 25

Deanna has angina pectoris and is being treated with a beta-blocker.What side effects might she experience?&#10;A)hyperglycemia&#10;B)bronchospasm&#10;C)hypertension&#10;D)tachycardia

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Deck 13: Autonomic Nervous System Drugs