Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Quiz PDF

### Multiple-Choice Questions on Anti-Inflammatory Drugs 1. Which of the following receptors does epinephrine non-selectively stimulate? A. Alpha-2 adrenergic receptors B. Alpha-1 and Beta-2 adrenergic receptors C. Beta-1 and Beta-2 adrenergic receptors D. Alpha-1 and Alpha-2 adrenergic recepto...

### Multiple-Choice Questions on Anti-Inflammatory Drugs 1. Which of the following receptors does epinephrine non-selectively stimulate? A. Alpha-2 adrenergic receptors B. Alpha-1 and Beta-2 adrenergic receptors C. Beta-1 and Beta-2 adrenergic receptors D. Alpha-1 and Alpha-2 adrenergic receptors Answer: B 2. What is a primary indication for using epinephrine? A. Treatment of osteoarthritis B. Emergency treatment of cardiopulmonary arrest and anaphylactic shock C. Management of chronic pain D. Treatment of mastitis in cattle Answer: B 3. Which condition is a contraindication for epinephrine use? A. Anhidrosis in horses B. Cardiopulmonary effects caused by alpha-2 agonists C. Prolonging the duration of local anesthetics D. Increasing vascular resistance Answer: B 4. What is the mechanism of action for histamine release inhibitors? A. Blocking histamine receptors on smooth muscles B. Inhibiting inflammatory mediator release from mast cells C. Non-selectively stimulating adrenergic receptors D. Inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis Answer: B 5. Which drug is the most commonly used Beta-2 agonist? A. Clenbuterol B. Terbutaline C. Albuterol D. Ractopamine Answer: C 6. Which histamine receptor antagonist subclass includes Diphenhydramine? A. Piperidines B. Ethylenediamines C. Alkylamines D. Miscellaneous Answer: B 7. Which effect is NOT associated with H1 blockers? A. Anti-emetic B. Bronchodilation C. Sedation D. Anticholinergic Answer: B 8. What is the unique characteristic of Meloxicam among NSAIDs? A. It is COX-1 selective B. It is primarily used in horses for musculoskeletal issues C. It is relatively safer for the gastrointestinal tract D. It inhibits macrophage chemotaxis Answer: C 9. Which NSAID is known for its anti-tumor effects in bladder transitional cell carcinoma? A. Piroxicam B. Phenylbutazone C. Carprofen D. Ketoprofen Answer: A 10. Which drug inhibits COX-3 and is extremely toxic to cats? A. Aspirin B. Acetaminophen C. Ibuprofen D. Diclofenac Answer: B 11. What is the mechanism of action for glucocorticoids? A. Selective inhibition of COX-2 enzymes B. Inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokines C. Blocking histamine release from mast cells D. Scavenging oxygen free radicals Answer: B 12. Which glucocorticoid is used in life-threatening cases? A. Prednisolone B. Dexamethasone C. Cortisol D. Betamethasone Answer: B 13. Which chondroprotective agent is extracted from rooster combs? A. Polysulfated glycosaminoglycan (PSGAG) B. Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium (PPS) C. Orgotein D. Sodium Hyaluronate Answer: D 14. What is a key characteristic of Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO)? A. Inhibition of inflammatory cytokines B. Scavenging free hydroxyl radicals C. Increasing heart rate and vascular resistance D. Blocking histamine receptors Answer: B 15. Which COX inhibitor is banned for use in scavenging birds? A. Diclofenac B. Naproxen C. Aspirin D. Indomethacin Answer: A 16. What is the primary therapeutic use of Flunixin Meglumine? A. Treatment of cardiopulmonary arrest B. Management of equine colic C. Prolongation of local anesthetics' effects D. Osteoarthritis treatment Answer: B 17. Which NSAID is contraindicated in dogs with bleeding disorders? A. Ketoprofen B. Carprofen C. Meloxicam D. Flunixin Meglumine Answer: B 18. Which glucocorticoid has the highest potency? A. Prednisolone B. Dexamethasone C. Betamethasone D. Flumethasone Answer: D 19. Which drug scavenges oxygen free radicals? A. Aspirin B. Orgotein C. DMSO D. Ibuprofen Answer: B 20. What is the effect of Sodium Hyaluronate? A. Inhibiting COX enzymes B. Scavenging oxygen free radicals C. Inhibiting PGE2 synthesis and reducing pain D. Blocking histamine release from mast cells Answer: C