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Which drug is a GABA receptor competitive antagonist?
Which drug is a GABA receptor competitive antagonist?
- Alprazolam
- Flumazenil (correct)
- Diazepam
- Zolpidem
Which benzodiazepine is particularly useful for the elderly?
Which benzodiazepine is particularly useful for the elderly?
- Clonazepam
- Midazolam
- Lorazepam (correct)
- Alprazolam
What is one common adverse effect of benzodiazepines in the young population?
What is one common adverse effect of benzodiazepines in the young population?
- Memory impairment
- Daytime drowsiness
- Respiratory depression
- Excitement & hyperactivity (correct)
Which drug is primarily used for sleep promotion and maintenance?
Which drug is primarily used for sleep promotion and maintenance?
What should be done with benzodiazepines when discontinuing their use?
What should be done with benzodiazepines when discontinuing their use?
Which drug category has a potential for abuse but less than another category?
Which drug category has a potential for abuse but less than another category?
Which drug classification works on GABA receptors and was the first sedative drug with many adverse effects, including a high potential for drug abuse?
Which drug classification works on GABA receptors and was the first sedative drug with many adverse effects, including a high potential for drug abuse?
Which medication is a melatonin receptor agonist with a very short half-life and is used to promote sleep?
Which medication is a melatonin receptor agonist with a very short half-life and is used to promote sleep?
Which drug is a 5-HT serotonin receptor partial agonist used for anxiety for short-term use?
Which drug is a 5-HT serotonin receptor partial agonist used for anxiety for short-term use?
Which drug classification has replaced barbiturates in use to a large degree and works on GABA receptors?
Which drug classification has replaced barbiturates in use to a large degree and works on GABA receptors?
Which classification of medications can increase blood pressure while decreasing respiratory rate and have a high potential for drug abuse?
Which classification of medications can increase blood pressure while decreasing respiratory rate and have a high potential for drug abuse?
Which medication has very few adverse effects, no potential for abuse, and is used to promote sleep?
Which medication has very few adverse effects, no potential for abuse, and is used to promote sleep?
Which medication classification works on GABA receptors, has a high potential for drug abuse, and can induce hepatic metabolizing enzymes?
Which medication classification works on GABA receptors, has a high potential for drug abuse, and can induce hepatic metabolizing enzymes?
What is a key difference between benzodiazepines and barbiturates in terms of adverse effects?
What is a key difference between benzodiazepines and barbiturates in terms of adverse effects?
Which drug is known for its ability to increase blood pressure while decreasing respiratory rate?
Which drug is known for its ability to increase blood pressure while decreasing respiratory rate?
What is a shared characteristic between buspirone and benzodiazepines?
What is a shared characteristic between buspirone and benzodiazepines?
Which sedative/hypnotic drug has no potential for abuse and is used for short-term anxiety?
Which sedative/hypnotic drug has no potential for abuse and is used for short-term anxiety?
What role do benzodiazepines play in comparison to barbiturates in sedative use?
What role do benzodiazepines play in comparison to barbiturates in sedative use?
What is a common adverse effect of benzodiazepines in the elderly population?
What is a common adverse effect of benzodiazepines in the elderly population?
Which benzodiazepine is commonly used for alcohol withdrawal and has a medium-long duration of action?
Which benzodiazepine is commonly used for alcohol withdrawal and has a medium-long duration of action?
What is a potential risk associated with using benzodiazepines in individuals with obstructive sleep apnea?
What is a potential risk associated with using benzodiazepines in individuals with obstructive sleep apnea?
Which drug category includes zolpidem, zaleplon, and eszopiclone, known for promoting and maintaining sleep?
Which drug category includes zolpidem, zaleplon, and eszopiclone, known for promoting and maintaining sleep?
Which adverse effect may occur in the young population when using benzodiazepines?
Which adverse effect may occur in the young population when using benzodiazepines?
What is an essential caution regarding the use of benzodiazepines during pregnancy?
What is an essential caution regarding the use of benzodiazepines during pregnancy?
