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