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Beta-Adrenergic Blockers Pharmacology Quiz

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Which of the following is a prototype drug for Beta-Adrenergic Blockers?

lisinopril

furosemide

amlodipine

metoprolol (correct)

What is the primary mechanism of action of Beta-Adrenergic Blockers?

decrease renal blood flow

enhance conduction through the AV node

increase heart rate and blood pressure

block cardiac action of sympathetic nervous system (correct)

How do Beta-Adrenergic Blockers reduce the workload of the heart?

reduce cardiac output

reduce heart rate and BP (correct)

increase myocardial oxygen demand

increase stroke volume

What is one of the primary uses of Beta-Adrenergic Blockers?

<p>to reduce symptoms of heart failure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an adverse effect of Beta-Adrenergic Blockers?

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Beta-Adrenergic Blockers

Prototype drug

Metoprolol is the prototype drug, marketed as Lopressor and Troprol XL.

Mechanism of Action

Beta-adrenergic blockers block the cardiac action of the sympathetic nervous system.
This blockade slows down the heart rate and blood pressure.
As a result, the workload of the heart is reduced.

Primary Use

Beta-adrenergic blockers are primarily used to treat conditions related to high heart rate and blood pressure.

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Test your knowledge of beta-adrenergic blockers, including their mechanism of action and primary uses. Questions cover topics like metoprolol and its effects on heart rate and blood pressure.