Zusammenfassung der Ressource
Frage 1
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When using inhaled medications, how much typically reaches the airway?
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10-20%
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30-50%
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50-70%
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80-90%
Frage 2
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Anti-cholinergics __________ the parasympathetic nervous system, rather than __________ the sympathetic nervous system.
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stimulate; block
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block; stimulate
Frage 3
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Corticosteroids are great for asthma because they inhibit inflammatory mediators.
Frage 4
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Which of the following are inflammatory mediators?
Frage 5
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Leukotrienes result in increased secretions in airways.
Frage 6
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‘Degranulation’ refers to destabilized mast cell membranes allowing the release of histamine.
Frage 7
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Theophylline has a __________ therapeutic window?
Frage 8
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How do anti-tussives work?
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a. anesthetize stretch receptors in bronchial track
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b. work directly on the ‘cough center’ in the brain
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c. both a and b are correct
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d. neither is true because its mechanism is unknown
Frage 9
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In which drug class is there a drug with a “rotten egg” odor that may cause nausea?
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expectorants
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anti-tussives
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mucolytics
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decongestants
Frage 10
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Cigarette smoking can cause hyper secretion of gastric acids.
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Antacids are primarily used to relieve pain.
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Stomach parietal cells are responsible for acid secretion.
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Oral proton pump inhibitors are unstable in stomach acid and so must be taken enteric-coated.
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Misoprostol is used to treat peptic ulcers caused by NSAIDs.
Frage 15
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Anti-flatulents are not absorbed.
Frage 16
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These anti-diarrheal drugs reduce GI cramping by blocking serotonin.
Frage 17
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Which laxative softens the stool?
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hyperosmolars
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dietary fiber
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emollients
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stimulants
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lubricants
Frage 18
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Which laxative prevents water reabsorption?
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hyperosmolars
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dietary fiber
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emollients
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stimulants
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lubricants
Frage 19
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Both emetics and anti-emetics can work on the brain vomiting center.
Frage 20
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Which laxative irritates intestinal mucosa to encourage peristalsis?
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hyperosmolars
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dietary fiber
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emollients
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stimulants
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lubricants