Central Nervous System Drugs Quiz
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What is the main concern when using narcotics as analgesics?

  • Constipation
  • Decreased sensorium
  • Hypotension
  • Respiratory depression (correct)
  • Which class of medications should be monitored for hypersensitivity reactions?

  • Anti-Seizure/Anti-Epileptic agents
  • Muscle relaxants
  • Local anesthetics
  • Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) (correct)
  • What common side effect should be monitored in patients taking Valproate?

  • Constipation
  • Short-term amnesia (correct)
  • Hypotension
  • Decreased sensorium
  • Which medication class can lead to dependence or addiction as a side effect?

    <p>Narcotics or opioids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be monitored in patients on Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)?

    <p>Abdominal discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is a cholinesterase inhibitor used to treat Alzheimer's disease?

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

    What is the most common form of dementia?

    <p>Alzheimer's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key pathological hallmark of Alzheimer's disease?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a NMDA receptor antagonist used to treat Alzheimer's disease?

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

    Which of the following antispasmodic drugs works by depressing the central nervous system?

    <p>Both a and b</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitter is involved in causing muscle spasms when in excess?

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

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