Musculoskeletal Disorder Pharmacology Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of neuromuscular blockers?

  • To relieve pain
  • To promote muscle growth
  • To paralyze muscles (correct)
  • To improve joint flexibility

    • Which of the following is NOT part of the nursing assessment for musculoskeletal disorders?

  • Assess for respiratory function (correct)
  • Review laboratory diagnostic studies
  • Determine which ADLs require help
  • Ask about medication history

    • In the context of musculoskeletal disorders, what does ADL stand for?

  • Activities of Daily Living (correct)
  • After Daily Living
  • Additional Diagnostic Laboratory
  • Active Development Limitation

    • Why must a patient receiving neuromuscular blockers be intubated and on mechanical ventilation?

    <p>To ensure proper oxygenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common early sign of respiratory depression that nurses should monitor for?

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

    Which action should a nurse take if a patient exhibits shallow, rapid respirations and cyanosis?

    <p>Provide oxygen and monitor closely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common adverse effect associated with the drug baclofen?

    <p>GI complaints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug class acts by CNS depression but the exact mechanism of action is not known?

    <p>Skeletal muscle relaxants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consideration when administering neuromuscular blocking agents?

    <p>Respiratory distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is used to control spasticity of chronic disorders like cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis?

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

    What is a common adverse effect of colchicine?

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

    For which condition are direct-acting skeletal muscle relaxants like dantrolene used?

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

    'Bisphosphonates' are commonly used for the treatment of which condition?

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

    'Etanercept, adalimumab, infliximab' are common examples of which type of drugs?

    <p>Biologic DMARDs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary consideration regarding the administration of skeletal muscle relaxants?

    <p>Respiratory distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

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