Stimulant Pharmacology (HOYT)

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Stimulant Pharmacology

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1.

Cocaine and amphetamines produce their psychoactive effects by potentiating monoaminergic neurotransmission. Which of the following neurotransmitters are monoamines? (Check all that apply)
- A.
  
  Acetylcholine
- B.
  
  Dopamine
- C.
  
  Norepinephrine
- D.
  
  Serotonin
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer(s)
B. Dopamine
C. Norepinephrine
D. Serotonin
2.

The area of the brain, in which elevated levels of DA and NE release is associated with ADHD treatment is:
- A.
  
  Locus ceruleus
- B.
  
  Limbic system
- C.
  
  Nucleus accumbens
- D.
  
  Prefrontal cortex
- E.
  
  Striatum
Correct Answer
D. Prefrontal cortex
3.

The CV associated risks of stimulants such as, elevated systolic and diastolic blood pressures, weak bronchodilator and respiratory stimulant action is associated with peripheral or chronic actions?
- A.
  
  Central
- B.
  
  Peripheral
Correct Answer
B. Peripheral
4.

Approved uses of CNS stimulants include all of the following except:
- A.
  
  Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- B.
  
  Appetite suppression
- C.
  
  Migraines
- D.
  
  Narcolepsy
- E.
  
  All of the above are approved uses for CNS stimulants
Correct Answer
C. Migraines
5.

Stimulants, which increase the levels of DA and NE are contraindicated in which of the following patient population groups? (Check all that apply)
- A.
  
  Advanced arteriosclerosis
- B.
  
  Agitated states
- C.
  
  History of abuse
- D.
  
  Symptomatic cardiovascular disease
- E.
  
  MAOi user in the past 14 days
Correct Answer(s)
A. Advanced arteriosclerosis
B. Agitated states
C. History of abuse
D. Symptomatic cardiovascular disease
E. MAOi user in the past 14 days
6.

While stimulants affect both NE and DA levels, the nonstimulant ADHD agent, atomoxetine (strattera) act to selectively inhibit the reuptake of what neurotransmitter?
- A.
  
  Acetylcholine
- B.
  
  Dopamine
- C.
  
  Norepinephrine
- D.
  
  Serotonin
- E.
  
  Tyramine
Correct Answer
C. Norepinephrine
7.

There are two agents that are used for narcolepsy, modafinil (provigil) and sodium oxybate (xyrem). Match the mechanism of action with the correct agent pair. (Check 2 that apply)
- A.
  
  Modafinil - amphetamine, wakefulness-promoting
- B.
  
  Modafinil - non-amphetamine, wakefulness-promoting
- C.
  
  Sodium oxybate - CNS depressant, decreases neuronal activation
- D.
  
  Sodium oxybate - CNS activator, increases neuronal activation
Correct Answer(s)
B. Modafinil - non-amphetamine, wakefulness-promoting
C. Sodium oxybate - CNS depressant, decreases neuronal activation

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Stimulant Pharmacology (Hoyt)

Cocaine and amphetamines produce their psychoactive effects by potentiating monoaminergic neurotransmission. Which of the following neurotransmitters are monoamines? (Check all that apply)

The area of the brain, in which elevated levels of DA and NE release is associated with ADHD treatment is:

The CV associated risks of stimulants such as, elevated systolic and diastolic blood pressures, weak bronchodilator and respiratory stimulant action is associated with peripheral or chronic actions?

Approved uses of CNS stimulants include all of the following except:

Stimulants, which increase the levels of DA and NE are contraindicated in which of the following patient population groups? (Check all that apply)

While stimulants affect both NE and DA levels, the nonstimulant ADHD agent, atomoxetine (strattera) act to selectively inhibit the reuptake of what neurotransmitter?

There are two agents that are used for narcolepsy, modafinil (provigil) and sodium oxybate (xyrem). Match the mechanism of action with the correct agent pair. (Check 2 that apply)