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What is the primary effect of α1 agonists on blood pressure?
What is the primary effect of α1 agonists on blood pressure?
- Decrease (correct)
- Increase
- Variable response
- No change
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with orthostatic hypotension?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with orthostatic hypotension?
- Blurry vision
- Fainting (syncope)
- Lightheaded or dizzy
- Nausea and vomiting (correct)
What is the primary reason for using sympathomimetic drugs in shock management?
What is the primary reason for using sympathomimetic drugs in shock management?
- To increase urine production
- To maintain initial blood pressure (correct)
- To manage metabolic acidosis
- To correct volume deficiencies
What is the effect of α2 agonists on noradrenergic activity?
What is the effect of α2 agonists on noradrenergic activity?
Which alpha agonist is effective in raising blood pressure in cases of hypotension?
Which alpha agonist is effective in raising blood pressure in cases of hypotension?
What is the result of a 0.4 °C increase in core body temperature in menopausal women?
What is the result of a 0.4 °C increase in core body temperature in menopausal women?
What is the primary use of epinephrine in cardiac management?
What is the primary use of epinephrine in cardiac management?
What is the effect of clonidine on the body's sweating threshold?
What is the effect of clonidine on the body's sweating threshold?
What is the net effect of α2 agonists on blood pressure and heart rate?
What is the net effect of α2 agonists on blood pressure and heart rate?
What is the primary benefit of using phenylephrine in patients with paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardias?
What is the primary benefit of using phenylephrine in patients with paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardias?
What is the primary use of sympathomimetic drugs in local vascular effects?
What is the primary use of sympathomimetic drugs in local vascular effects?
What is the primary benefit of using clonidine in hypertension management?
What is the primary benefit of using clonidine in hypertension management?
What type of receptors are involved in vasoconstriction in the eye?
What type of receptors are involved in vasoconstriction in the eye?
Which type of receptors are generally found in the heart?
Which type of receptors are generally found in the heart?
What is the therapeutic use of mirabegron?
What is the therapeutic use of mirabegron?
What is the primary cause of shock syndrome?
What is the primary cause of shock syndrome?
Which drug is often used for vasoconstriction in the eye via its α1-mediated effects?
Which drug is often used for vasoconstriction in the eye via its α1-mediated effects?
What is the therapeutic use of β2 agonists in asthma management?
What is the therapeutic use of β2 agonists in asthma management?
