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