Adrenergic Agonists Quiz

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Which type of drugs mimic the sympathetic neurotransmitters norepinephrine and epinephrine?

  • Adrenergic antagonists
  • Cholinergic agonists
  • Cholinergic antagonists
  • Adrenergic agonists (correct)

Which adrenergic receptor is located in the renal, mesenteric, coronary, and cerebral arteries and causes dilation and increased blood flow when stimulated?

  • Alpha 1 receptor
  • Beta 1 receptor
  • Dopaminergic receptor (correct)
  • Alpha 2 receptor

In which situation are sympathomimetic drugs considered the first choice for treating severe hypotension or shock?

  • Severe hypotension (correct)
  • Heart failure
  • Hypertensive crisis
  • Severe hypertension

What is the blood pressure reading criteria generally considered as low blood pressure?

<p>Systolic pressure &lt; 90 mm Hg or diastolic pressure &lt; 60 mm Hg (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which adrenergic receptor is responsible for dilating the vessels and increasing blood flow in the renal, mesenteric, coronary, and cerebral arteries?

<p>Dopaminergic receptor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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