Pharmacology - Adrenergic Agonists Flashcards

1
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Alpha and Beta agonists mimic the actions of the parasympathetic nervous system. True or False?

A

false

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2
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match

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3
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Indirect Adrenergic agonists exert their effects through all of the following mechanisms, except:

A

Competitive blocking

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4
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Adrenergic agonists are classified by which of the following, except:

A

By their target organ

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5
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Beta-adrenoceptors normally bind to which of the following:
Select all that apply.

A

Norepinephrine released by sympathetic adrenergic nerves

Circulating Epinephrine

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6
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Beta adrenergic agonist’s positive inotropic effects are mediated by:

A

Increased cAMP

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7
Q

Activation of which of the following adrenoreceptors causes bronchodilation:

A

beta 2

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8
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Alpha adrenergic agonist bind to alpha receptors and cause:

A

Vasoconstriction of both arteries and veins, but more pronounced in the arterioles

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9
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Which of the following is a result of strict alpha agonism?

A

Reflex Bradycardia

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