Drug Affecting The ANS Cholinergic Agonists ( Part 1 ) 1. What is the primary mode of action of cholinergic agonists? Activating acetylcholine receptors Preventing acetylcholine degradation Inhibiting acetylcholine release Blocking acetylcholine receptors 2. Which of the following is a commonly used cholinergic agonist drug? Atropine Scopolamine Pilocarpine Epinephrine 3. Which of the following is a potential side effect of cholinergic agonist drugs? Dry mouth Increased heart rate Dilated pupils All of the above 4. What is the therapeutic use of cholinergic agonist drugs? Treatment of cancer Treatment of hypertension Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease Treatment of asthma 5. Which of the following is an example of a direct-acting cholinergic agonist? Bethanechol Physostigmine Edrophonium Neostigmine 6. Which of the following is an example of an indirect-acting cholinergic agonist? Atropine Scopolamine Donepezil Pilocarpine 7. Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of cholinergic agonist drugs? Glaucoma Asthma Diabetes Hypertension 8. Which of the following is an effect of cholinergic agonists on the digestive system? Decreased peristalsis All of the above Increased gastric acid secretion Constriction of sphincters 9. Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of excessive cholinergic stimulation? Bronchodilation Urinary retention Hypotension Bradycardia 10. Which of the following cholinergic agonists is commonly used to treat dry mouth? Scopolamine Pilocarpine Epinephrine Atropine Loading … Pages: 1 2 3 4
