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Pharmacology AHEP 100 Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Quiz

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Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Quiz

Question 1 of 20

1

When using inhaled medications, how much typically reaches the airway?

Select one of the following:

  • 10-20%

  • 30-50%

  • 50-70%

  • 80-90%

Explanation

Question 2 of 20

1

Anti-cholinergics __________ the parasympathetic nervous system, rather than __________ the sympathetic nervous system.

Select one of the following:

  • stimulate; block

  • block; stimulate

Explanation

Question 3 of 20

1

Corticosteroids are great for asthma because they inhibit inflammatory mediators.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 4 of 20

1

Which of the following are inflammatory mediators?

Select one of the following:

  • cytokines

  • leukotrienes

  • prostaglandins

  • all the above are correct

Explanation

Question 5 of 20

1

Leukotrienes result in increased secretions in airways.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 6 of 20

1

‘Degranulation’ refers to destabilized mast cell membranes allowing the release of histamine.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 7 of 20

1

Theophylline has a __________ therapeutic window?

Select one of the following:

  • Wide

  • Narrow

Explanation

Question 8 of 20

1

How do anti-tussives work?

Select one of the following:

  • a. anesthetize stretch receptors in bronchial track

  • b. work directly on the ‘cough center’ in the brain

  • c. both a and b are correct

  • d. neither is true because its mechanism is unknown

Explanation

Question 9 of 20

1

In which drug class is there a drug with a “rotten egg” odor that may cause nausea?

Select one of the following:

  • expectorants

  • anti-tussives

  • mucolytics

  • decongestants

Explanation

Question 10 of 20

1

Cigarette smoking can cause hyper secretion of gastric acids.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 11 of 20

1

Antacids are primarily used to relieve pain.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 12 of 20

1

Stomach parietal cells are responsible for acid secretion.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 13 of 20

1

Oral proton pump inhibitors are unstable in stomach acid and so must be taken enteric-coated.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 14 of 20

1

Misoprostol is used to treat peptic ulcers caused by NSAIDs.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 15 of 20

1

Anti-flatulents are not absorbed.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 16 of 20

1

These anti-diarrheal drugs reduce GI cramping by blocking serotonin.

Select one of the following:

  • opioid-related

  • kaolin and pectin

  • 5-HT3 receptor antagonists

Explanation

Question 17 of 20

1

Which laxative softens the stool?

Select one of the following:

  • hyperosmolars

  • dietary fiber

  • emollients

  • stimulants

  • lubricants

Explanation

Question 18 of 20

1

Which laxative prevents water reabsorption?

Select one of the following:

  • hyperosmolars

  • dietary fiber

  • emollients

  • stimulants

  • lubricants

Explanation

Question 19 of 20

1

Both emetics and anti-emetics can work on the brain vomiting center.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 20 of 20

1

Which laxative irritates intestinal mucosa to encourage peristalsis?

Select one of the following:

  • hyperosmolars

  • dietary fiber

  • emollients

  • stimulants

  • lubricants

Explanation

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