80 Questions
Which antiseizure drug intensifies the effect of GABA by slowing the firing of neurons?
Phenobarbital
Which of the following antiseizure drugs binds to GABA receptors and suppresses abnormal neuronal foci that may cause seizures?
Diazepam
Which antiseizure drug is structurally related to the neurotransmitter GABA and suppresses abnormal firing of neurons?
Gabapentin
Which of the following antiseizure drugs desensitizes sodium channels and prevents the spread of disruptive electrical charges that produce seizures?
Phenytoin
Which antiseizure drug is used for status epilepticus and binds to GABA receptors to suppress abnormal neuronal foci that may cause seizures?
Diazepam
Which of the following antiseizure drugs has a therapeutic class of sedative and antiseizure drug?
Phenobarbital
Which antiseizure drug is a prototype of hydantoins and related drugs and blocks sodium channels?
Phenytoin
Which of the following antiseizure drugs has a pregnancy category of D?
All of the above
Which antiseizure drug is used for partial, absence, and tonic-clonic seizures and stabilizes neuronal membranes by inhibiting sodium transport?
Lamotrigine
Which antiseizure drug is used for adjunctive therapy for partial seizures and affects the threshold of neuronal firing by delayed depolarization of the neuron?
Levetiracetam
Which medication is used to treat hypothyroidism?
Levothyroxine
What is the primary mechanism of action of Propylthiouracil?
It interferes with the synthesis of T3 and T4 in the thyroid gland
What is a common adverse effect of radioactive iodine therapy?
Radiation sickness
Which medication is used to treat type 1 diabetes?
Insulin
What is the primary mechanism of action of Metformin?
It decreases gluconeogenesis and reduces insulin resistance
Which medication is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor?
Acarbose
What is a common adverse effect of Thiazolidinediones?
Fluid retention
Which medication is an incretin enhancer?
Dulaglutide
What is a common adverse effect of corticosteroids?
Cushing's disease
Which medication is a mineralocorticoid?
Fludrocortisone
What is the mechanism of action of Timolol?
Decreases the production of aqueous humor
Which adverse effect is commonly associated with the use of Brimonidine?
Headache
What is the contraindication for using Alpha-adrenergic agonists like Brimonidine?
Closed-angle glaucoma
Which condition is a contraindication for using Timolol?
Asthma
What is the primary adverse effect of Osmotic diuretics like Mannitol?
Headache
How does Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor like Dorzolamide act in glaucoma treatment?
Reduces aqueous humor production
What is the primary nursing consideration for administering Brimonidine?
Ensure proper contact lens removal
When should the use of Beta-adrenergic blockers be avoided?
In patients with asthma
Which drug class makes the plasma hypertonic and rapidly reduces plasma volume?
Osmotic diuretics
What is the primary action of Alpha-adrenergic agonists in the eye?
Reduces production of aqueous humor
Which drug prototype blocks the effect of acetylcholine and inhibits its over-activity?
Selegiline
What is the goal of cholinesterase inhibitors?
Increase acetylcholine
Which drug prototype reduces high levels of glutamate?
Donepezil
What is the primary adverse effect associated with Levodopa administration?
Uncontrolled and purposeless movements
Which drug should be administered no later than noon due to interactions with tyramine-containing foods?
Selegiline
Which drug may result in anticholinergic side effects such as sedation and drowsiness?
Benztropine
In what condition is Latanoprost contraindicated?
Closed-angle glaucoma
Which drug prototype is used mainly for the prevention of absent seizures?
Ethosuximide
What is the mechanism of action of Pramipexole?
Activates dopamine receptors
Which drug has the potential to delay the accumulation of physical disability?
Interferon beta-1a
Which antiseizure drug decreases neuronal activity by desensitizing sodium channels and is used for all types of seizures except absent seizures?
Phenytoin
What is the common adverse effect associated with the use of Benzodiazepines like Diazepam?
Nystagmus/Ataxia
Which antiseizure drug is structurally related to the neurotransmitter GABA and suppresses abnormal firing of neurons?
Gabapentin
What is the pharmacologic class of Carbamazepine?
Hydantoins
Which antiseizure drug enhances the activity of GABA and is used to treat partial, absence, and tonic-clonic seizures?
Lamotrigine
What is the primary adverse effect of Valproic acid administration?
Fatigue
Which drug is an anticonvulsant prototype that delays depolarization and decreases neuronal activity?
Topiramate
Which antiseizure drug class has a low safety margin, poses a risk for abuse, and slows abnormal firing of neurons?
Hydantoins
What is a potential adverse effect associated with the use of Levetiracetam?
Psychosis
Which antiseizure drug binds to GABA receptors and is used for status epilepticus?
Diazepam
What is the main mechanism of action of Beta-adrenergic blockers like Timolol?
Decreases production of aqueous humor
What is the primary adverse effect of Alpha-adrenergic agonists like Brimonidine?
Dry mouth
Which type of medication is used as a second-line treatment for glaucoma?
Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor
What is the main effect of Osmotic diuretics like Mannitol?
Rapidly reduces plasma volume
Why should Beta-adrenergic blockers like Timolol be avoided in certain patients?
History of asthma or COPD
What is the primary nursing consideration for administering Alpha-adrenergic agonists like Brimonidine?
Remove contact lenses prior
What is the primary action of Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors like Dorzolamide?
Decreases production of aqueous humor
What is the primary adverse effect of Osmotic diuretics like Mannitol?
Headache
Why are Alpha-adrenergic agonists like Brimonidine contraindicated in certain patients?
Closed-angle glaucoma
What is the main action of Beta-adrenergic blockers like Timolol in the eye?
Decreases production of aqueous humor
What is the primary action of hydrocortisone?
Suppress inflammatory responses
Which medication is contraindicated in patients with known severe cardiovascular conditions?
Levothyroxine
What is a potential adverse effect of using radioactive iodine therapy?
Bone marrow depression
Which medication is a prototype of alpha-glucosidase inhibitors?
Acarbose
What is the primary goal in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?
Lower activity of thyroid gland
Which drug class is known for suppressing inflammatory and immune responses?
Corticosteroids
Which medication is a mineralocorticoid used in adrenal hormone replacement therapy?
Fludrocortisone
What is a common adverse effect of corticosteroids with prolonged use?
Cushing's disease
Which medication acts by delaying the digestion of glucose in the small intestine?
Acarbose
What is the primary nursing consideration for administering radioactive iodine therapy?
Ensure radiation precautions
Which drug prototype is used to restore dopamine, prevent breakdown of enzymes, and treat uncontrolled movements?
Pramipexole
Which action is a result of dopamine agonists in patients with Parkinson's disease?
Activate dopamine receptors
Which drug class blocks the effect of acetylcholine, is used to control tremors, and has anticholinergic side effects?
Anticholinergics
Which goal is attributed to cholinesterase inhibitors in pharmacotherapy?
Improve acetylcholine effects
Which of the following is a contraindication for Latanoprost administration?
Closed-angle glaucoma
What is the therapeutic class of Donepezil?
Alzheimer's disease drug
Which drug interacts with chemotherapeutic agents and is used to modify the immune response in multiple sclerosis?
Interferon beta-1a
What is a common adverse effect associated with Interferon therapy?
Flu-like symptoms
Which drug prototype is an immune-modulating drug used for the treatment of MS?
Interferon beta 1a
Which adverse effect is commonly associated with Levetiracetam usage?
Mood changes
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