COPY: Chapter 20 pharm

Which of the following describes the toxic effect of cholinergic drugs?

Relaxation of the bladder sphincter

Increased heart rate, vasodilation, and bronchiole constriction

Salivation, lacrimation, urinary incontinence, diarrhea, GI cramps, and emesis (correct)

Treatment of vertigo, memory loss, and tinnitus

Which cholinergic drug is used to treat excessively dry mouth?

Cevimeline (correct)

Succinylcholine

Neostigmine

Echothiopate

What is the antidote to cholinergic drugs?

Cevimeline

Gingko

Atropine (correct)

Bethanechol

What is the function of cholinergic drugs?

Decrease heart rate and constrict pupils Signup and view all the answers

What does the SLUDGE acronym stand for in the context of cholinergic drugs?

Salivation, lacrimation, urinary incontinence, diarrhea, GI cramps, and emesis Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is used to relax the sphincter in the bladder, allowing it to empty?

Bethanechol Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Ginkgo according to the text?

Memory enhancement Signup and view all the answers

What are the effects of cholinergic drugs on the cardiovascular system?

Decrease heart rate, vasodilate, and constrict bronchioles Signup and view all the answers

Which drug serves as an antidote for a severe overdose of tricyclic antidepressants?

Neostigmine Signup and view all the answers

What interactions may Ginkgo have with other medications?

Anticoagulants, NSAIDs, and Anticonvulsants Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is used for glaucoma and intraocular surgery?

All answers are correct Signup and view all the answers

What effect do cholinergic drugs have on the body?

Increased sweating and urination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential use for atropine?

Counteracting the effects of cholinergic drugs Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of succinylcholine in general anesthesia?

Blocking neuromuscular activity Signup and view all the answers

Cholinergic drugs effect pupils, intestines, bladder, salivation glands, and sweat glands.

True Signup and view all the answers