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 All of the above Dilated pupils Increased heart rate 4. What is the therapeutic use of cholinergic agonist drugs? Treatment of hypertension Treatment of cancer Treatment of asthma Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease 5. Which of the following is an example of a direct-acting cholinergic agonist? Neostigmine Edrophonium Physostigmine Bethanechol 6. Which of the following is an example of an indirect-acting cholinergic agonist? Donepezil Scopolamine Pilocarpine Atropine 7. Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of cholinergic agonist drugs? Hypertension Diabetes Glaucoma Asthma 8. Which of the following is an effect of cholinergic agonists on the digestive system? Constriction of sphincters Decreased peristalsis Increased gastric acid secretion All of the above 9. Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of excessive cholinergic stimulation? Bradycardia Bronchodilation Hypotension Urinary retention 10. Which of the following cholinergic agonists is commonly used to treat dry mouth? Atropine Epinephrine Pilocarpine Scopolamine Loading … Pages: 1 2 3 4
