Chapter 7 Flashcards
1
Q
The βγ of muscarinic receptors can activate what channel?
A
K+ channel
2
Q
What two ions flow through NAchR?
A
sodium and potassium
3
Q
What mechanism regulates thermoregulatory sweating?
A
sympathetic cholinergic nerve fibers
4
Q
What are the two uses of physostigmine?
A
atropine OD
glaucoma
5
Q
What is the most important cause of death in pt’s exposed to AchE?
A
respiratory failure
6
Q
What is varenicline used for?
A
smoking cessation
7
Q
What are two characteristics of physostigmine that differentiate it from neostigmine?
A
physostigmine is lipid soluble
pysostigmine produces CNS effects
