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