Antiparkinsons, Alzheimer's & Anticonvulsants
Which of the following disorders is treated with first- and second-generation anticonvulsants?
RLS
Parkinson’s disease
Seizures
DIP (drug-induced Parkinson’s)
Seizures are treated with these drugs.
Which of the following is a substance that suppresses a body’s response to infection or trauma?
Antithyroid agents
Corticosteroid
Hormone
Hyperglycemia
Corticosteroid
Which of the following classes of medication are used for a short period of time in acute injuries with pain and spasm?
Hormone replacement therapy
Neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs)
NSAIDs
Skeletal muscle relaxants
Skeletal muscle relaxants
Which classification contains agents that act in a variety of ways to suppress or correct abnormal heart rhythms?
Anticoagulants
Antihypertensives
Cardiac glycosides
Antiarrhythmics
Antiarrhythmics
All of the following are bodily processes that affect drugs, except _____.
absorption
distribution
metabolism
cognition
Cognition is not a process drugs undergo.
Which of the following disorders is treated with cholinesterase inhibitors or NMDA receptor agonists?
RLS
Parkinson’s disease
Seizures
Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is treated with these drugs.
Which endocrine gland(s) produce(s) insulin?
Thyroid gland
Pituitary gland
Adrenal glands
Pancreas (islets of Langerhans)
Pancreas (islets of Langerhans)
Which of the following works by paralyzing muscles and is used only by medical personnel during procedures?
Hormone replacement therapy
Neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs)
NSAIDs
Skeletal muscle relaxants
Neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs)
Which classification contains agents that act in a variety of ways to control high blood pressure?
Anticoagulants
Antihypertensives
Cardiac glycosides
Antilipemic agents
Antihypertensives
Hepatic dysfunction more likely affects which process?
Absorption
Metabolism
Distribution
Excretion
Metabolism
Which of the following disorders is treated with anticholinergics and changing the drug dose or discontinuing the drug?
RLS
Parkinson’s disease
Seizures
Drug-induced Parkinson’s (DIP)
Drug-induced Parkinson’s (DIP)
Which of the following is a short-acting insulin?
Novolog
Humulin R
NPH
Lantus
Humulin R
Which of the following are side effects experienced with muscle relaxants?
Drowsiness, weakness, tremor, slurred speech, blurred vision, urinary problems
GI ulceration and bleeding, MI, GERD, tinnitus and hearing loss, hematuria, prolonged bleeding time, and liver toxicity
Respiratory arrest
Nausea; dyspepsia; esophagitis; and abdominal, chest, bone and musculoskeletal pain
Drowsiness, weakness, tremor, slurred speech, blurred vision, urinary problems
Which classification contains agents used to lower blood cholesterol levels?
Anticoagulants
Antihypertensives
Cardiac glycosides
Antilipemic agents
Antilipemic agents
Absorption of medications may be affected by which of the following?
Thinner aging skin
Decreases muscle mass
Decreased gastric motility
All of the above
All of the above
What are the therapeutic effects of anticonvulsants?
Reduce the number and/or severity of seizures
Interfere with the neurotransmitter glutamate, used in earlier stages of Alzheimer’s
Block the enzyme responsible for metabolizing levodopa
Treat Parkinson-like tremors associated with long-term use of antipsychotics
Reduce the number and/or severity of seizures
Which of the following is/are used as a contraceptive, to treat symptoms of menopause, and in osteoporosis prevention?
Androgen agents
PDE inhibitors
Estrogen
Progestin
Estrogen
Osteoporosis most commonly affects older males.
True or False
False
Which of the following describes Proventil?
Decongestant
Smoking-cessation aid
Antitussive
Asthma treatment
Asthma treatment
What would be the most appropriate intervention with regard to medication administration in the older adult who has an impaired circulatory process?
Start at the lowest dose possible and increase the dose gradually
Increase the frequency of dosing
Monitor the patient frequently
All of the above
Start at the lowest dose possible and increase the dose gradually
What is the therapeutic use for anticholinergics?
Reducing the number and/or severity of seizures
Interfering with the neurotransmitter glutamate; used in earlier stages of Alzheimer’s
Blocking the enzyme responsible for metabolizing levodopa
Treating Parkinson-like tremors associated with long-term use of antipsychotics
Anticholinergics treat Parkinson-like tremors associated with long-term use of antipsychotics.
Which hormone stimulates the uterus to contract and induce childbirth?
Oxytocin
Progesterone
Progestins
Testosterone
Oxytocin
Which of the following is accurate patient education regarding skeletal muscle relaxants?
Take the entire prescription even if feeling better.
The skeletal muscle relaxant will fix the problem; there is no need for ice or rest.
They may make you drowsy.
They have very few side effects.
They may make you drowsy.
Which of the following prevents or decreases coughing?
Decongestant
Smoking-cessation aid
Antitussive
Expectorant
Antitussive
Which of the following are potential side effects of NSAIDs in older adults?
Prolonged bleeding time
Silent bleeding ulcer
Hypertension
Increased cardiovascular risks
Increased cardiovascular risks