OPIOIDS/ DRUG RECEPTORS Flashcards
What are opioids primarily used for?
Pain management
True or False: Opioids can cause respiratory depression.
True
Fill in the blank: The primary receptors for opioids are ___ receptors.
mu, delta, and kappa
Which opioid receptor is most associated with analgesia?
Mu receptor
Name one common opioid medication.
Morphine
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an opioid? A) Fentanyl B) Ibuprofen C) Oxycodone
B) Ibuprofen
What effect do opioids have on the central nervous system?
They produce sedation and euphoria.
True or False: Opioids have a high potential for addiction.
True
Fill in the blank: The process by which opioids reduce the perception of pain is called ___ modulation.
pain
What is the mechanism of action for opioids?
They bind to opioid receptors and inhibit the transmission of pain signals.
Which opioid receptor is associated with dysphoria when activated?
Kappa receptor
Name a synthetic opioid.
Fentanyl
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a side effect of opioid use? A) Constipation B) Diarrhea C) Increased energy
A) Constipation
True or False: All opioids are derived from the opium poppy.
False
What is opioid tolerance?
A diminished response to a drug after repeated use.
Fill in the blank: Opioid withdrawal symptoms can include ___ and anxiety.
nausea
What is the role of the delta receptor in opioid action?
It contributes to analgesia and emotional responses.
Which of the following is a natural opioid? A) Codeine B) Methadone C) Hydromorphone
A) Codeine
True or False: Opioids can be used in the treatment of cough.
True
What is the primary concern with long-term opioid therapy?
Risk of dependence and addiction.
