10 Questions
Which of the following are signs of cholinergic syndromes?
Muscle twitching and weakness
What is the treatment for cholinergic syndromes caused by organophosphates?
Pralidoxime (2-PAM) and atropine
Which non-specific antidote limits drug absorption but is not as efficacious if the drug is rapidly absorbed?
Activated charcoal
Which toxic syndrome is characterized by signs such as hypotension, bradycardia, coma, respiratory depression, miosis, and CNS depression?
Opiates
What is the common cause of sympathomimetic toxic syndrome?
Cocaine
Which specific antidote may be used for the treatment of non-opiate toxic syndrome?
Flumazenil
What is the recommended treatment for sympathomimetic toxic syndrome with seizures?
Benzodiazepines
What is the meaning of LD50 in toxicology?
The dose that produces death in 50% of treated animals
Which of the following is an example of a specific antidote in toxicology?
British Anti-Lewisite; BAL (Dimercaprol)
What does NOAEL stand for in toxicology?
No Observed Adverse Effect Level
This quiz covers topics related to environmental toxicology, antidotal therapy, toxicology terms, toxic syndromes, and agents of toxicological importance such as insecticides, alcohols, metals, gases, and dust. It also includes a drug/toxin list and specific antidotes for various substances.
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