12 Questions
What is another term for drugs that stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS)?
Cholinergic agonists
What neurotransmitter's effects do parasympathomimetics mimic?
Acetylcholine
What is the relationship between the parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS) and the sympathetic nervous system (SNS)?
They are opposing systems
What does the acronym SLUDGE stand for?
Salivation, Lacrimation, Urinary incontinence, Diarrhea, GI cramps, Emesis
Which of the following is not an early sign of the condition described in the text?
Cardiac arrest
Which of the following is a symptom of circulatory collapse?
Shock
What is the meaning of the 'D' in the acronym SLUDGE?
Diarrhea
Which of the following is not a symptom of the condition described in the text?
Bloody diarrhea
What does transient syncope refer to in the context of the symptoms listed?
Temporary loss of consciousness
What does the term 'tolerance' refer to in the context of drug usage?
Decreasing response to repeated drug doses
What distinguishes physical dependence from psychological dependence?
Physical dependence refers to the physiological need for a drug to avoid withdrawal symptoms
What is another term for psychological dependence?
Addiction
Test your knowledge on drugs that stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS) with this quiz. Learn about cholinergic agonists and parasympathomimetics that mimic the effects of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (ACh).
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