A patient begins taking a new drug that causes pupil dilation, vasoconstriction, decreased gastrointestinal motility, and goose bumps.Which of the following receptors are activated? A). $\alpha$₁ B) Á₂ C). $\beta$₁ D) B₂

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The symptoms described are consistent with the activation of $\alpha$₁ adrenergic receptors, which cause pupil dilation (mydriasis), vasoconstriction, decreased gastrointestinal motility, and piloerection (goose bumps).

A Patient Begins Taking a New Drug That Causes Pupil α\alphaα

A Patient Begins Taking a New Drug That Causes Pupil $\alpha$