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WorksheetsNervous System Exam Sequence I Pharmacology
Total questions: 29
Worksheet time: 15mins
This drug is a CII and holds a black box warning regarding dependence..
Lunesta
Lamictal
phenobarbital
Adderall
Which of the following is a interferon treatment for Multiple Sclerosis?
donepezil
Avonex
Focalin XR
lamotrigine
Which drug class interacts with many medications requiring a 14 day washout period before trying another treatment.
SSRI
DMARD
Stimulants
MAOI
Controlled Schedule class for Lyrica
CII
CIII
CIV
CV
Non stimulant treatment for ADHD
ethosuximide
apomorphine
atomoxetine
pregablin
Main class used to treat ADHD
CNS Depressants
Mood Stabilizer
CNS Stimulants
Sedative/Hypnotics
Is the neurotransmitter dopamine responsible for Alzheimer's disease
Yes
No
What are the 2 neurotransmitters responsible for Alzheimer's Disease?
Serotonin
ACh
glutamate
epinephrine
First line of treatment for Parkinson's Disease.
levodopa
apomorphine
donepezil
Adderall
Autoimmune disease characterized by degeneration or scaring of the myelin sheath.
Osteoporosis
Multiple Sclerosis
Alzheimer's Disease
Parkinson's Disease
Disease that is characterized by a droopy eyelid
ALS
Huntington's Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
ADHD
What treatment is not used for Myasthenia Gravis?
azathioprine
cyclophosphamide
pyrodogstimine
Riluzole
Taken with levodopa to minimize the "off phenomenon"
catechol-O-methyltransferase inhibitors
DMARDs
Immunosuppresants
Sodium Channel blockers
Blocks muscarinic receptors in the brain helping to reduce symptoms in Parkinson's disease.
anticholinergics
dopamine agonists
Calcium Channel Blockers
Beta interferons
Mirapex (pramipexole) should be taken with food and is used to treatment PD and RLS.
False
True
What drug helps to deliver levodopa to the brain?
levodopa
carbidopa
dopamine
epinephrine
Influenza medication that is also used to treat Parkinson's Disease.
memantine
lisdexamphetamine
amantadine
interferon beta 1a
Holds a black box warning about fatal rashes
lamotrigine
atomoxetine
gapabentin
duoxetine
This anticonvulsant is related to sulfas, and should be avoided in those with sulfa allergies.
pyridostigmine (Mestinon)
rivastigmine (Exelon)
topiramate (Topamax)
zonisamide (Zonegran)
ethosuximide, divalproex sodium, zonisamide all belong to what drug classification?
Sodium Channel Blockers
Calcium Channel Blockers
GABA Enhancers
Miscellaneous Anticonvulsants
Which calcium channel blocker has interactions with aspirin and carbonated beverages? It can lead to toxicity.
ethosuximide
divalproex sodium
zonisamide
tiagabine
converts to phenytoin when administered, however, only used for short term until phenytoin can be used.
apomorphine
fosphenytoin
phytonadione
Namenda
Can cause gingival hyperplasia
levetiracetam
topiramate
phenytoin
selegiline
Topamax (topiramate) is indicated for seizures and what other condition?
Parkinson's Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
migraine
muscle spasms
Anticonvulsants are safe for use and don't require medication guides to be dispensed with the product.
False
True
Classification that has a narrow therapeutic window.
Beta Interferons
Anticonvulsants
MAOIs
Dopamine agonists
Used in the treatment of seizures and bipolar disorder.
gabapentin
topiramate
lacosamide (CV)
carbamazepine
Goal for seizure treatment
promote sedation
reduce occurance
increase awareness
increase cognitive function
What causes seizures to occur in the brain?
high amounts of serotonin
Low amounts of dopamine
excessive firing of neurons
Damaged myelin sheath
