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Which statement about sympathetic fibers is correct?
Which statement about sympathetic fibers is correct?
- They have a predominantly inhibitory effect.
- They typically mediate fight or flight responses. (correct)
- They have minimal impact on heart rate.
- They are mainly involved in promoting digestion.
Which of the following drugs do NOT act on both muscarinic and nicotinic receptors?
Which of the following drugs do NOT act on both muscarinic and nicotinic receptors?
- Pilocarpine
- Bethanechol
- Neostigmine (correct)
- Methacholine
When acetylcholine binds to the M3 muscarinic receptor in smooth muscle, what is the expected outcome?
When acetylcholine binds to the M3 muscarinic receptor in smooth muscle, what is the expected outcome?
- Inhibition of smooth muscle activity.
- Increased contraction of the muscle.
- Relaxation of the muscle. (correct)
- Stimulation of muscle hypertrophy.
What is the primary action of indirect cholinergic agonists?
What is the primary action of indirect cholinergic agonists?
Which drug is specifically classified as an indirect cholinergic agonist?
Which drug is specifically classified as an indirect cholinergic agonist?
Which of the following conditions is NOT typically associated with a cholinergic crisis?
Which of the following conditions is NOT typically associated with a cholinergic crisis?
What is the primary role of acetylcholine in relation to nicotinic receptors?
What is the primary role of acetylcholine in relation to nicotinic receptors?
Which receptor type is primarily associated with the autonomic nervous system?
Which receptor type is primarily associated with the autonomic nervous system?
What mechanism does one class of drugs use to increase acetylcholine levels?
What mechanism does one class of drugs use to increase acetylcholine levels?
Where are nicotinic receptors predominantly found?
Where are nicotinic receptors predominantly found?
What type of channels do nicotinic receptors represent?
What type of channels do nicotinic receptors represent?
What is a consequence of acetylcholine binding to muscarinic receptors?
What is a consequence of acetylcholine binding to muscarinic receptors?
What distinguishes muscarinic receptors from nicotinic receptors?
What distinguishes muscarinic receptors from nicotinic receptors?
Which cholinergic agonist primarily targets M3 receptors and is known to increase GI motility?
Which cholinergic agonist primarily targets M3 receptors and is known to increase GI motility?
Which of the following cholinergic agonists is noted for causing bronchoconstriction?
Which of the following cholinergic agonists is noted for causing bronchoconstriction?
Which of the following best explains the function of acetylcholinesterase?
Which of the following best explains the function of acetylcholinesterase?
What role does pharmacodynamics play in drug interactions with receptors?
What role does pharmacodynamics play in drug interactions with receptors?
Which cholinergic agonist is able to act on both muscarinic and nicotinic receptors?
Which cholinergic agonist is able to act on both muscarinic and nicotinic receptors?
Which statement about receptors and acetylcholine is true?
Which statement about receptors and acetylcholine is true?
Which of the following cholinergic agonists is primarily used to stimulate detrusor activity?
Which of the following cholinergic agonists is primarily used to stimulate detrusor activity?
Which cholinergic agonist is rarely used currently due to its side effects?
Which cholinergic agonist is rarely used currently due to its side effects?
What type of receptor does pilocarpine mainly act upon?
What type of receptor does pilocarpine mainly act upon?
What is the mechanism of action for muscarinic receptors?
What is the mechanism of action for muscarinic receptors?
Which cholinergic agonist is considered a direct agonist on muscarinic receptors only among the options?
Which cholinergic agonist is considered a direct agonist on muscarinic receptors only among the options?
What class of receptors do nicotinic receptors fall under?
What class of receptors do nicotinic receptors fall under?
Which of these drugs primarily enhances acetylcholine levels by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase?
Which of these drugs primarily enhances acetylcholine levels by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase?
Which drug is classified as an irreversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor?
Which drug is classified as an irreversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor?
Which of the following drugs is a reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor?
Which of the following drugs is a reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor?
What is the primary effect of acetylcholinesterase inhibition?
What is the primary effect of acetylcholinesterase inhibition?
What potentially severe problem arises from using irreversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitors?
What potentially severe problem arises from using irreversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitors?
Which acetylcholinesterase inhibitor is recommended for treating cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients?
Which acetylcholinesterase inhibitor is recommended for treating cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients?
What is meant by the term 'aging' in the context of irreversible acetylcholinesterase inhibition?
What is meant by the term 'aging' in the context of irreversible acetylcholinesterase inhibition?
Which of the following drugs would NOT be a good option for cognitive enhancement due to its side effects?
Which of the following drugs would NOT be a good option for cognitive enhancement due to its side effects?
Which of the following statements about pralidoxime is true?
Which of the following statements about pralidoxime is true?
Which statement correctly describes the action of tertiary amines such as donepezil and rivastigmine?
Which statement correctly describes the action of tertiary amines such as donepezil and rivastigmine?
What is a significant consequence of administering an irreversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor at a later stage?
What is a significant consequence of administering an irreversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor at a later stage?
What effect does stimulation of the vagus nerve have on the heart?
What effect does stimulation of the vagus nerve have on the heart?
How does the parasympathetic nervous system affect the bronchioles?
How does the parasympathetic nervous system affect the bronchioles?
What is the primary effect of cholinergic fibers on the gastrointestinal tract?
What is the primary effect of cholinergic fibers on the gastrointestinal tract?
Which statement accurately describes the effect of the sympathetic nervous system on the urinary tract?
Which statement accurately describes the effect of the sympathetic nervous system on the urinary tract?
Which of the following accurately describes the role of the cholinergic pathways in cognitive function?
Which of the following accurately describes the role of the cholinergic pathways in cognitive function?
What neurotransmitter is released at preganglionic synapses in the sympathetic nervous system?
What neurotransmitter is released at preganglionic synapses in the sympathetic nervous system?
What is a consequence of decreased acetylcholine pathways in the brain?
What is a consequence of decreased acetylcholine pathways in the brain?
Which organ does NOT receive cholinergic fibers from the vagus nerve?
Which organ does NOT receive cholinergic fibers from the vagus nerve?
Which statement about sympathetic fibers is true?
Which statement about sympathetic fibers is true?
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Study Notes
Cholinergic Pathways Overview
- Vagus nerve (CN X) contains cholinergic fibers impacting various organs, particularly the heart and smooth muscles of the bronchioles.
- Acts as a negative chronotropic agent, reducing heart rate and conduction speed at the AV node.
- Slowing the heart can lead to bradycardia and decreased cardiac output, since cardiac output is determined by heart rate and stroke volume.
- Parasympathetic actions induce bronchoconstriction, reducing airflow during resting states.
Gastrointestinal and Urinary Effects
- Vagus nerve influences the upper GI tract, stimulating gastric secretions, HCl production, and intestinal motility (peristalsis).
- Sacral parasympathetic fibers (S2-S4) enhance motility and defecation in the lower GI tract.
- Act on the urinary tract, particularly the detrusor muscle of the bladder, to facilitate urination.
Cholinergic Receptors
- Nicotinic receptors are ion channels found primarily in skeletal muscles and preganglionic synapses.
- Muscarinic receptors are G-protein coupled receptors located at target organs for the autonomic nervous system actions.
Sympathetic Nervous System Overview
- Sympathetic fibers originate from T1-L2 and typically release norepinephrine (NE), except in sweat glands where acetylcholine is released.
- Sympathetic actions can include pupillary constriction, salivation, lower heart rate, bronchoconstriction, increased GI secretions, and urinary tract stimulation.
Cerebral Cholinergic Pathways
- Cholinergic pathways in the cerebrum play crucial roles in cognitive functions.
- Decreased acetylcholine levels in the central nervous system can lead to cognitive decline, such as in Alzheimer’s disease.
Cholinergic Pharmacology: Direct Agonists
- Direct agonists target either muscarinic or nicotinic receptors.
- Bethanechol increases GI motility and bladder detrusor activity, primarily targeting M3 muscarinic receptors.
- Methacholine causes bronchoconstriction via M3 receptors.
- Pilocarpine primarily affects muscarinic receptors, and carbachol acts on both muscarinic and nicotinic receptors.
Cholinergic Pharmacology: Indirect Agonists
- Indirect agonists inhibit acetylcholinesterase, increasing acetylcholine levels indirectly.
- Common reversible inhibitors include Edrophonium, Physostigmine, Neostigmine, Pyridostigmine, Donepezil, Rivastigmine, and Echothiophate.
- Irreversible inhibitors, like echothiophate and organophosphates, can lead to serious toxicity.
Toxicity and Antidotes
- Indirect cholinergic agonist toxicity can result in cholinergic crisis characterized by excessive secretions, lacrimation, muscle twitching, and bradycardia.
- Administering pralidoxime can reverse certain intoxications if given before aging occurs, where the acetylcholinesterase inhibitor undergoes irreversible phosphorylation.
Key Concepts in Cholinergic Pharmacology
- The effectiveness of indirect agonists is correlated with their ability to temporarily inhibit acetylcholinesterase.
- Understanding the pharmacodynamics of cholinergic drugs demands knowledge of receptor types and their physiological effects.
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