GABA and Barbiturates vs. Benzodiazepines

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Thiopental is used orally for its anticonvulsant effect.

False

Midazolam has a CNS depression effect at toxic doses.

True

Barbiturates are commonly used in treating anxiety.

False

Skeletal muscle relaxation is a therapeutic use of Thiopental.

False

Hypotension is a potential side effect of using Thiopental.

True

Barbiturates in high doses can enhance GABA action

False

Benzodiazepines in high doses can displace GABA from its receptor

False

Barbiturates are safer drugs than benzodiazepines

False

Barbiturates have a stronger hypnotic effect compared to benzodiazepines

True

Benzodiazepines have an anesthetic effect

False

Benzodiazepines are mainly used in the treatment of insomnia.

False

Barbiturates can lead to respiratory depression as a side effect.

True

Tolerance to drugs means a greater response to their effects over time.

False

Dependence on benzodiazepines can lead to the occurrence of anxiety and insomnia when the drug administration is stopped.

True

Cortisol can decrease the level of potassium in the blood.

False

Hypercalcemia is a condition that involves low calcium levels in the blood.

False

Hypokalemia refers to low potassium levels in the blood.

True

Hypernatremia indicates high sodium levels in the blood.

True

Hypervolemia is a state of having too little fluid in the body.

False

Insulin is typically used in patients with noninsulin dependent diabetes mellitus.

False

Cortisol can be used in treating sodium disturbances.

False

Glucose disturbances can be treated with Cortisol.

True

Cortisol is effective in treating calcium imbalances.

False

Chloride disturbances can be corrected using Cortisol.

False

Cortisol is commonly prescribed for electrolyte imbalances.

False

Explore the differences between GABA, barbiturates, and benzodiazepines, and how they interact with GABA receptors. Learn about the pharmacological effects of these substances in terms of antianxiety and hypnotic effects.

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