NCLEX Pharmacology Quiz 25 Neurologic And Psychiatric Drugs
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- 1.Which group of drugs mimics parasympathetic activity?
- A.
Cholinergic agents
- B.
Anticholinergic agents
- C.
Adrenergic agents
- D.
Antiadrenergic agents
- 2.Cholinergic agents are used to:
- A.
Produce miosis
- B.
Facilitate neuromuscular blockade
- C.
Synergize neuromuscular blockers
- D.
Facilitate tricyclic activity
- 3.Cholinergics are contraindicated in:
- A.
Tachycardia
- B.
Hypothyroidism
- C.
Hypotension
- D.
Asthma
- 4.Drugs that mimic sympathetic activity are known as:
- A.
Cholinergics
- B.
Anticholinergics
- C.
Adrenergics
- D.
Antiadrenergics
- 5.Which of the following metabolic effects may be a consequence of administration of adrenergic agents?
- A.
Hypoglycemia
- B.
Metabolic acidosis
- C.
Hyperglycemia
- D.
Respiratory alkalosis
- 6.Adrenergic blockers are contraindicated in:
- A.
Hypertension
- B.
Pheochromocytoma
- C.
Migraines
- D.
Obstructive airway disease
- 7.A side effect of cholinergic administration is:
- A.
Nausea
- B.
Diarrhea
- C.
Increase salivation
- D.
All of the above
- 8.Joseph is child diagnosed with attention deficit disorder. Which of the following drugs is commonly used for his condition?
- A.
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
- B.
Diethylpropion (Nobesine)
- C.
Phendimetrazine (Adipost)
- D.
Caffeine
- 9.Amphetamines are included in the category of drugs of abuse because of their ability to:
- A.
Cause nervousness
- B.
Decrease weight
- C.
Raise blood pressure
- D.
Enhance performance
- 10.The nurse would monitor for decreased effect of amphetamines when these drugs are given with:
- A.
Caffeine
- B.
Antidiabetic agents
- C.
Tricyclic antidepressants
- D.
All of the above
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