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Mastering Diarrhoea Management

Test your knowledge on managing diarrhoea with this quiz! Learn about the specific roles of oral rehydration, amylum (starch), and tannin-containing drugs like Camellia sinensis (green tea). Explore the activities of tannins such as astringents, antioxidant and radical scavenging effects, and anti-inflammatory properties. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of diarrhoea management!

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Which of the following is a potential side effect of consuming excessive amounts of caffeine?

Headache

What happens when caffeine interacts with sympathomimetic drugs?

It reduces sedative action

Where is caffeine redistributed in the body?

Placenta

Which of the following is a role of tannin-containing drugs in managing diarrhea?

<p>Inhibiting COX-2 and 5-lipoxygenase</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a side effect of Camellia sinensis (Green tea) consumption?

<p>Nausea</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication for the use of Camellia sinensis?

<p>Gastric and duodenal ulcers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential side effect of consuming Camellia sinensis (Green tea)?

<p>Increased blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the therapeutic indication for Camellia sinensis (Green tea)?

<p>Relief of fatigue and sensation of weakness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the contraindication for the use of tannin-containing drugs?

<p>Hypersensitivity to the active compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential consequence of consuming more than 300mg of caffeine?

<p>Increased heart rate and tremors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does caffeine have on the sedative action of sympathomimetic drugs?

<p>It reduces the sedative action</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is caffeine redistributed in the body?

<p>It is redistributed in breast milk</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential side effect of consuming tannin-containing drugs?

<p>Gastric hyperacidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential side effect of consuming Camellia sinensis (Green tea)?

<p>Inhibition of TNFα and 5-lipoxygenase</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication for the use of Camellia sinensis (Green tea)?

<p>Hypersensitivity to the active compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential symptom of caffeine overdose?

<p>A) Increased reflex excitability</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of caffeine on sedative action and side effects caused by sympathomimetic drugs?

<p>A) Reduces sedative action and increases side effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can caffeine be found in the body after consumption?

<p>A) Placenta</p> Signup and view all the answers

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