Medications and Substances Causing Insomnia Quiz

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What is the main effect of drowsiness and fatigue on workplace and transportation safety?

Improved productivity

Decreased risk of accidents

Enhanced focus and concentration

Increased risk of accidents (correct)

What is a common symptom associated with drowsiness according to the text?

Increased appetite

Heightened energy levels

Loud talking

Decreased ability to focus (correct)

Which category of medications can affect sleep and wakefulness?

Antihistamines

Painkillers

Antibiotics

Antipsychotics (correct)

What is a key exclusion for self-care regarding drowsiness, as mentioned in the text?

Pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of treatment related to drowsiness?

Enhance mental alertness Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized in the text regarding the pharmacologic treatment of caffeine?

Caffeine is a substitute for proper sleep Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of insomnia treatment mentioned in the text?

Enhance daytime functioning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following drugs is NOT listed as a potential cause of insomnia in the text?

Methotrexate Signup and view all the answers

What exclusion criterion for self-care is mentioned on page 15 of the text?

Frequent nocturnal awakenings or early morning awakenings Signup and view all the answers

In the patient case provided in the text (RF, a 39-year-old female), what symptoms does RF experience?

Insomnia and daytime fatigue Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following drug classes is NOT associated with causing insomnia according to the information provided?

Anticoagulants Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as a symptom of insomnia on page 14 of the text?

Impaired daytime functioning Signup and view all the answers

What is the elimination half-life of the substance discussed in the text?

3-6 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is NOT a contraindication for the substance discussed?

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is NOT associated with excessive intake of the substance discussed?

Nausea Signup and view all the answers

Which substance boosts mental and physical energy according to the text?

Ginseng Signup and view all the answers

What is the peak concentration time range for the substance discussed?

30-75 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Which class of patients should be cautious regarding weight-loss supplements according to the text?

Patients with preexisting arrhythmias Signup and view all the answers

What is the caffeine content in an 8 oz serving of Red Bull?

80mg Signup and view all the answers

For what patient population is caffeine pregnancy category B?

Pregnant women Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum recommended intake of caffeine for children?

2.5mg/kg/day Signup and view all the answers

Which OTC product contains 65mg of caffeine per dosage?

Excedrin Migraine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of caffeine?

Increasing levels of 3',5' cyclic AMP by inhibiting phosphodiesterase Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of high doses of caffeine?

Drowsiness Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dosage range for occasional use of caffeine to restore mental alertness or wakefulness?

100-200 mg every 3-4 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential drug interaction associated with caffeine?

Cigarette smoking may increase the clearance of serum caffeine by more than 50% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about caffeine withdrawal is correct?

Withdrawal symptoms may occur with abrupt discontinuation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions may be aggravated by caffeine use?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers