Drug Affecting The ANS Cholinergic Agonists ( Part 1 ) 1. What is the primary mode of action of cholinergic agonists? Inhibiting acetylcholine release Activating acetylcholine receptors Preventing acetylcholine degradation Blocking acetylcholine receptors 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? Dry mouth Dilated pupils Increased heart rate 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 Edrophonium Physostigmine Neostigmine 6. Which of the following is an example of an indirect-acting cholinergic agonist? Scopolamine Donepezil Pilocarpine Atropine 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? Constriction of sphincters Increased gastric acid secretion All of the above Decreased peristalsis 9. Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of excessive cholinergic stimulation? Bradycardia Hypotension Bronchodilation Urinary retention 10. Which of the following cholinergic agonists is commonly used to treat dry mouth? Scopolamine Epinephrine Atropine Pilocarpine Loading … Pages: 1 2 3 4
