Anti-Inflammatory Drugs: Steroids Quiz
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What are the classic symptoms of tissue inflammation?

  • Itching, rash, hives, swelling
  • Redness, heat, swelling, pain (correct)
  • Fever, chills, fatigue, weight loss
  • Cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, wheezing

    • What is one of the clinical results of the protective effect of steroids from inflammation?

  • Increased capillary permeability
  • Enhanced cellular exudation
  • Promoted vascularization
  • Decreased vasodilation (correct)

    • What is the main effect of steroids on inflammation?

  • Enhance protective mechanisms
  • Suppress immune response (correct)
  • Increase vascularization
  • Promote fibroblastic proliferation

    • Which condition is NOT listed as an indication for the clinical use of steroids according to the text?

    <p>Blepharitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do steroids primarily contribute to the treatment of inflammation?

    <p>Reducing inflammation by inhibiting immune responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the effect of steroids on inflammation?

    <p>Steroids inhibit the release of inflammatory mediators by immune cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of preventing vascularization in the cornea?

    <p>Corneal scar formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do immunosuppressants play in managing inflammation?

    <p>Suppress the immune response to reduce inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the text, what is a potential outcome of decreased fibrosis or fibroblast proliferation?

    <p>Decreased collagen deposit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one effect that steroids have on cellular infiltration during inflammation?

    <p>Decreased cellular infiltration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of steroids in treating inflammation?

    <p>Inhibiting the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT mentioned as an indication for the surgical use of steroids?

    <p>Dry Eye Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do NSAIDs have on inflammation?

    <p>Inhibit prostaglandin synthesis to reduce pain and swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of preventing capillary proliferation in the cornea?

    <p>Increased scarring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in blocking the cascade described in the text?

    <p>Blocking cyclooxygenase (COX)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the role of corticosteroids in the inflammatory process based on the text?

    <p>They inhibit phospholipase A and both LOX and COX legs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do corticosteroids protect ocular structures from the effects of inflammation as mentioned in the text?

    <p>By inhibiting hyperemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result in a symblepharon according to the text?

    <p>Scarring and fibroblastic proliferation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drugs come in earlier in the inflammatory cascade as described in the text?

    <p>Corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of corticosteroids on inflammation based on the text?

    <p>Inhibiting hyperemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of inflammation as outlined in the text?

    <p>Decreased vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of steroids in controlling the inflammatory process?

    <p>Inhibit the degranulation of mast cells and basophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do steroids impact the immune response?

    <p>Inhibit neutrophils and macrophages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do steroids have on vascularization?

    <p>Promote vasodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a cellular target of steroids in the inflammatory response?

    <p>Lymphocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of steroids in inhibiting inflammation?

    <p>Inhibit degranulation of mast cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do steroids affect the inflammatory response's general specificity?

    <p>Maintain general immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cellular activity do steroids target to reduce inflammation?

    <p>Inhibit neutrophil function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do steroids have on macrophages and monocytes?

    <p>Decrease bactericidal activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about mast cells?

    <p>They release inflammatory mediators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do anti-inflammatory agents affect the release of mediators from mast cells?

    <p>Inhibit mediator release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do steroids play in tissue regeneration and repair?

    <p>Inhibit collagen deposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a known action of steroids on phospholipase A synthesis?

    <p>Inhibit arachidonic acid release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of attenuating the bactericidal activity of macrophages and monocytes?

    <p>Decreased ability to fight infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do anti-inflammatory drugs affect vascularization in tissues?

    <p>Inhibit blood vessel formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following substances are prevented from synthesis by steroids?

    <p>Prostaglandins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which steroids affect tissue repair and regeneration?

    <p>Inhibit fibroblast proliferation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does steroid use have on infection control?

    <p>Affects body's ability to fight infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

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