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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)?

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?

Naloxone (Narcan) (correct)

Morphine Sulfate

Diazepam (Valium)

Fentanyl (Sublimaze)

What is the primary action of dopamine (Intropin)?

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Which drug is classified as a bronchodilator?

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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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Test your knowledge of essential emergency drugs used in various medical scenarios. Identify and memorize the names and uses of drugs such as acetaminophen, activated charcoal, epinephrine, and more.