which of the following is the receptor for the sympathetic NS?

which of the following is a sympathetic response?

what is the primary neurotransmitter for the parasympathetic NS?

When there is excessive Ach in the body, cholinergic crisis could occur. Identify the ff s/s of cholinergic crisis.

which of the ff conditions do anticholinergics help treat?

Identify Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (pro-cholinergic).

Galantamine is a medication used for which condition?

this medication is a cholinergic receptor drug that treats URINARY RETENTION.

which anticholinergic drug helps with drying up secretions and promote bronchodilation in persons with asthma?

which anticholinergic drug helps with motion sickness or nausea?

which anticholinergic drug is indicated for bradycardia?

Atropine is an anticholinergic drug that helps treat bradycardia, which of the ff are the other uses for atropine? (SATA)

aside from irritable bowel syndrome, which other condition can anticholinergics be used for?

this is the reversal drug for too much anticholinergic activation with the use of atropine.

what is the primary neurotransmitter for the adrenergic NS?

Norepinephrine, epinephrine, and dopamine can be given via peripheral IV line without concerns of extravasation.

which adrenergic agonist has the effect of vasoconstriction?

which adrenergic agonist has the effect of inhibiting norepinephrine?

which adrenergic agonist has the effect of increasing HR and cardiac contractility?

which adrenergic agonist has the effect of bronchodilation?

which adrenergic agonist has the effect of relaxing the bladder muscle?

this adrenergic agonist is given to activate alpha 2 receptors to initiate vasodilation. It is given for HTN and anxiety.

this adrenergic agonist is given to activate beta 1 receptors to increase HR and cardiac contractility. It is given for heart failure.

this adrenergic agonist is given to activate beta 2 receptors to promote bronchodilation. It is given for asthma, and has a side effect of tachycardia.

this adrenergic agonist is given to activate beta 3 receptors to promote relaxation of the bladder muscle. It is given for overactive bladder.

this adrenergic agonist is given to activate alpha 1 receptors to initiate vasoconstriction. It is given for allergic rhinitis.

this drug class is given for both HTN and BPH. It has a primary side effect of orthostatic hypotension.

this drug class decreases the HR. It has the side effect of bronchoconstriction which may be contraindicated for pts with asthma and COPD.

What is the reversal drug for too much adrenergic stimulation?

Adrenergic agonists are also the same as sympathomimetics

What is the advantage of lidocaine with epinephrine? 

A patient who is receiving medications for Parkinson's disease notices his PD symptoms returning as his scheduled dose approaches. What is this condition called?

which of the ff are included in the cardinal symptoms of parkinson's disease? SATA

Parkinson's disease is the lack of (insufficient level) of epinephrine.

which of these medications is the 1st line treatment for Parkinson's?

what is important to remember when prescribing levodopa-carbidopa?

OD of levodopa-carbidopa can be treated with?

this medication is an anticholinergic that can treat Parkinson's and EPS.

this medication is a dopamine agonist, and acts by activating dopamine receptors.

This medication causes the release of dopamine from other parts of the body.

this medication is an MAOB inhibitor that blocks the body from getting rid of dopamine (increasing dopamine levels).

Which of the following is a CAM used to help improve mental cognition?

Alzheimer's disease is caused by increased levels of glutamate in the body due to intake resulting in brain cell death.

If you live up to 85, you are less likely to get Alzheimer's.

Which of the following medications is the 1st line treatment for AD?

this medication acts by lowering glutamate levels in the body therefore lowering the rate of brain cell death.

what is the mechanism of action of Ach inhibitors?

Aside from AD, what are other indications for Ach inhibitors? SATA

identify the types of multiple sclerosis. SATA

MS occurs due to the degeneration of myelin sheaths.

which of the ff is the 1st line treatment for MS?

what are some common side effects of taking interferon beta? SATA

what are some important education points for patients taking interferon beta?

which of the ff MS drugs has a mechanism of action that stops the degeneration of myelin sheaths?

both interferon beta and glatiramer are available via PO and parenteral routes.

what is the MOA for fingolimod?

identify the causes of muscle spasms. SATA

what are some non-pharmacological treatments for muscle spasms? SATA

these medications are also called "muscle relaxants" and act by enabling GABA. SATA

since GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter, what are some side effects we should watch out for? SATA

what is an important nursing consideration when giving a skeletal muscle relaxant?

this medication or drug class is commonly used "go-to" muscle relaxants.

this medication also addresses muscle spasms but it's primary use is for HTN and/or anxiety.

which electrolyte is the most responsible for muscle contraction?

this medication blocks calcium movement in the muscle, which results in relaxation of the muscle. it is indicated for spasticity.

dantrolene is known to cause toxicity on which organ?

which of the ff medications blocks the release of Ach (for muscle contraction) and has side effects that can occur days, hours, or weeks later.

this is a CAM indicated for spasticity.

neuromuscular blockers or "paralytics" are drugs primarily used for sedation. What is an important nursing consideration for a patient receiving this type of medication?

which of the following paralytics is the most used for intubation?

which group of neuromuscular blockers has the MOA that blocks action potential?

which of the ff are side effects of succinylcholine?

this is a life-threatening condition characterized by elevation of body temperature that can occur from administration of succinylcholine.

which drug is given for the treatment of malignant hyperthermia?

Identify indications for onabotullinum A (Botox).

Vast majority of seizure meds are safe for pregnancy.

anti-seizure medications decreases the efficacy of OC.

what is the term used when seizures occur during pregnancy?

seizures occur when there is too much GABA in the brain

which of the ff drug classes for generalized seizures is the 1st line for neonatal seizures?

This is the 1st line drug for someone who is ACTIVELY seizing.

identify the 1st three go-to meds for seizures under benzodiazepines

which of the ff are some indications for prescribing benzodiazepines?

identify the side effects you need to watch out for when giving benzodiazepines.

which of the ff is the reversal agent for benzodiazepines?

this drug works by inhibiting sodium movement which inhibits the brain from doing its job

hydantoins are very safe to use and have no known side effects.

this is one of the most commonly used seizure meds in the US. it is also used off label for anxiety.

all of the following are given for generalized seizures except: