30 Questions
What is the primary reason for not recommending Aspirin-like drugs in Pregnant women during the first 3 months and last 2 weeks of pregnancy?
Risk of Birth Malformations
Which of the following is a consequence of NSAIDs on Platelet function?
Antithrombotic effects
What is a unique feature of Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) compared to other NSAIDs?
It is a selective COX-3 inhibitor
Which of the following is a potential side effect of NSAIDs that can lead to complications during Labour?
Prolongation of Labour
What is a potential interaction of NSAIDs with other drugs?
Displacement of Warfarin from Plasma Protein
Which of the following is a consequence of NSAIDs on the Renal system in patients with Renal disease?
Decreased Renal Blood Flow and Glomerular Filtration Rate
Which of the following effects of NSAIDs is NOT exclusively due to their inhibition of Peripheral Prostaglandins synthesis?
Antithrombotic
What is the primary mechanism by which NSAIDs can induce Bronchospasm in susceptible patients?
Increase in Leukotriens
Which of the following is a consequence of NSAIDs use in patients with Renal disease?
Decreased Glomerular Filtration Rate
What is the primary reason for discontinuing Aspirin before Labour?
Risk of Intrauterine Closure of Ductus Arteriosus
Which of the following is a unique feature of Aspirin compared to other NSAIDs?
It is the safest Anti-inflammatory during Pregnancy
What is the primary reason for not giving NSAIDs to pregnant women during the first 3 months and last 2 weeks of pregnancy?
Risk of Birth Malformations
What is the primary mechanism by which NSAIDs exert their anti-inflammatory effects?
Inhibition of Peripheral Prostaglandins synthesis
Which of the following is a consequence of NSAIDs use in patients with normal Renal function?
No effect on Renal function
What is the primary reason for not recommending Aspirin-like drugs in Pregnant women during Labour?
Risk of Prolongation of Labour
What is the primary reason for not giving NSAIDs to pregnant women during the first 3 months and last 2 weeks of pregnancy?
Risk of Birth Malformations
What is the consequence of NSAIDs binding to Plasma Protein (Albumin)?
Displacement of other drugs, inducing Serious Drug Interactions
Which of the following is a unique feature of Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) compared to other NSAIDs, with regards to its mechanism of action?
Selective COX-3 inhibitor, acting centrally only
What is the primary effect of NSAIDs on Platelet function?
Decrease in Platelet aggregation
Why is Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) the safest Analgesic Antipyretic in Pregnant women?
Because it is a selective COX-3 inhibitor
What is the consequence of NSAIDs binding to Plasma Protein (Albumin)?
Displacement of other drugs, leading to serious drug interactions
Why should Aspirin be discontinued before Labour?
To avoid its Prolongation and Postpartum Hemorrhage
What is the consequence of NSAIDs use in patients with Renal disease?
Decrease in Renal Blood Flow and Glomerular Filtrate
Why is Aspirin the safest Anti-inflammatory in Pregnant women?
Because it is the safest Anti-inflammatory while Paracetamol is the safest Analgesic Antipyretic
What is the primary difference between the mechanism of action of Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) and other NSAIDs?
Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) inhibits Central Prostaglandins synthesis but not Peripheral Prostaglandins synthesis
What is the primary effect of NSAIDs on Platelet function?
Decreased Platelet aggregation
What is a potential consequence of NSAIDs use in patients with Renal disease?
Decreased Renal Blood Flow
Why should Aspirin be discontinued before Labour?
To reduce the risk of Intrauterine Closure of Ductus Arteriosus
What is a potential side effect of NSAIDs that can lead to complications during Labour?
Prolongation of Labour
What is the primary reason for not giving NSAIDs to pregnant women during the first 3 months and last 2 weeks of pregnancy?
Risk of Birth Malformations
This quiz covers the therapeutic uses and side effects of Aspirin-like drugs, including analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory effects. It also explores their use in various conditions and their impact on platelet function.
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