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What is the class of Acetaminophen (APAP)?
What is the class of Acetaminophen (APAP)?
- Analgesic and antipyretic (correct)
- Antipsychotic and mood stabilizer
- Antihistamine and decongestant
- Antibiotic and antiviral
What is the action of Acetaminophen (APAP)?
What is the action of Acetaminophen (APAP)?
- Increases pain threshold by inhibiting cyclooxygenase and reduces fever by acting on the hypothalamus (correct)
- Reduces allergic reactions by blocking histamine receptors
- Stimulates central nervous system activity and increases alertness
- Inhibits bacterial growth by disrupting cell wall synthesis
Which drug is used to reverse opioid overdose?
Which drug is used to reverse opioid overdose?
- Naloxone (Narcan) (correct)
- Morphine Sulfate
- Diazepam (Valium)
- Fentanyl (Sublimaze)
What is the primary action of dopamine (Intropin)?
What is the primary action of dopamine (Intropin)?
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Which drug is classified as a bronchodilator?
Which drug is classified as a bronchodilator?
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Study Notes
Analgesics and Respiratory Drugs
- Acetaminophen (APAP) is an analgesic and antipyretic medication, primarily used to relieve pain and reduce fever.
- The action of Acetaminophen (APAP) involves inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis, which reduces pain and fever.
Opioid Antagonists
- Naloxone is used to reverse opioid overdose by competitively binding to opioid receptors, reversing the effects of opioids.
Dopamine Agonists
- Dopamine (Intropin) is a medication that acts as a vasopressor, increasing blood pressure by stimulating alpha-adrenergic receptors in blood vessels.
Bronchodilators
- A bronchodilator is a drug that relaxes the airway muscles, increasing airflow to the lungs and relieving bronchospasm.
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