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What is the main clinical use of vasodilator drugs that release NO at blood vessel walls?
What is the main clinical use of vasodilator drugs that release NO at blood vessel walls?
- Lowering blood pressure in severe hypertension
- Treating myocardial ischemia and heart failure (correct)
- Reducing uterine contractions
- Enhancing the contractility of heart muscle
Which side effect is commonly associated with vasodilator drugs?
Which side effect is commonly associated with vasodilator drugs?
- Respiratory depression
- Bradycardia
- Flushing (correct)
- Hypertension
In what type of patients are positive inotropic drugs like Dobutamine and Milrinone especially useful?
In what type of patients are positive inotropic drugs like Dobutamine and Milrinone especially useful?
- Patients with respiratory infections
- Patients with reduced cardiac function (heart failure) (correct)
- Patients with hypertension
- Patients with diabetes
Which receptor does Epinephrine (Adrenaline) stimulate?
Which receptor does Epinephrine (Adrenaline) stimulate?
What is the primary route of administration for Epinephrine (Adrenaline)?
What is the primary route of administration for Epinephrine (Adrenaline)?
What is the recommended dose of Epinephrine for anaphylaxis via intramuscular route?
What is the recommended dose of Epinephrine for anaphylaxis via intramuscular route?
What is the main purpose of vasopressors in anesthesia?
What is the main purpose of vasopressors in anesthesia?
Which drug is primarily used in anesthesia for hypotension associated with spinal and epidural anesthesia?
Which drug is primarily used in anesthesia for hypotension associated with spinal and epidural anesthesia?
What is the major side effect of overuse of Ephedrine Hydrochloride?
What is the major side effect of overuse of Ephedrine Hydrochloride?
Which drug acts as an inotropic agent in sepsis and is an extremely potent vasopressor?
Which drug acts as an inotropic agent in sepsis and is an extremely potent vasopressor?
What is the primary use of Atropine Sulfate in anesthesia?
What is the primary use of Atropine Sulfate in anesthesia?
Which drug is similar to atropine but has different dosages and fewer side effects?
Which drug is similar to atropine but has different dosages and fewer side effects?
