
Week 7 Pharmacology In-Class Quiz Activity
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- Q1What is a common use of beta blocker medication?Treating vitamin deficienciesTreating high blood pressureTreating asthma symptomsTreating bacterial infections30s
- Q2What is the potential risk of abruptly stopping beta blocker medication?Reduced risk of heart attackEnhanced exercise performanceRebound hypertension or tachycardiaImproved cardiovascular function30s
- Q3Which of the following is a potential side effect of beta blocker medication on the respiratory system?BronchoconstrictionEnhanced oxygen uptakeIncreased lung capacityBronchodilation30s
- Q4Which of the following is a potential side effect of beta blocker medication?DizzinesssMuscle strength improvementIncreased alertnessWeight gain30s
- Q5What is bethanechol used for?Reducing cholesterol levelsImproving memoryTreating urinary retentionLowering blood pressure30s
- Q6What are common side effects of bethanechol?Headache and dizzinessJoint pain and muscle stiffnessAbdominal cramps and diarrheaRash and itching30s
- Q7How does tamsulosin work in the body?It relaxes muscles in the prostate and bladder neckIt boosts the immune systemIt reduces inflammation in the lungsIt increases blood flow to the heart30s
- Q8What are some common side effects of tamsulosin?Insomnia and anxietyBlurred vision and dry mouthWeight gain and muscle weaknessDizziness and lightheadedness30s
- Q9What is the antidote for cholinergic crisis caused by excessive acetylcholine levels?EpinephrineDopamineNorepinephrineAtropine30s
- Q10Which of the following is NOT a symptom of cholinergic crisis?Excessive sweatingNausea and vomitingBlurred visionDry mouth30s
- Q11What should be done if someone experiences a severe allergic reaction and has an Epipen?Inject the Epipen into the thigh muscle and hold it in place for 10 secondsRub the Epipen against the skinWait for someone else to administer the EpipenInject the Epipen into the arm muscle30s
- Q12When should someone seek medical help after using an Epipen for a severe allergic reaction?Wait for 24 hours to see if symptoms returnOnly if symptoms persist for more than a weekImmediately, even if symptoms improveWait until the next day to consult a doctor30s
- Q13Where is the recommended injection site for an Epipen in case of a severe allergic reaction?Calf muscleShoulder muscleStomach muscleThigh muscle30s
- Q14Why is it important to replace an expired Epipen?Expired Epipens are more difficult to useThe medication may lose its effectiveness and not work properlyExpired Epipens are more expensive to replaceExpired Epipens can cause allergic reactions30s
- Q15What is a nursing role in administering midodrine?Providing wound careAssessing respiratory rateAdministering medication orallyMonitoring blood pressure30s