CNS
this contains neural networks responsible for locomotion
Spinal Cord
used to decrease anxiety, promote relaxation & sleep
Barbiturates
motor & sensory neurons are divisions of the
ANS
are used for hypotension, nasal congestion & red eye
Alpha1 Receptor Agonists
a viral infection of lower airways, most commonly caused by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Acute Bronchiolitis
a part of the brain that connects various parts of the nervous system & regulates certain visceral activities
Brainstem
are used for short-term anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, seizure disorders, status epilepticus & muscle relaxation
Benzodiazepines
postganglionic sympathetic neurons release
Norepinephrine
are contraindicated in hypertension, ventricular tachycardia & history of acute MI
Beta1 Receptor Agonists
the oldest, most frequently used drugs for angina pectoris
Organonitrates
neurons respond to these two types of stimuli
Chemical & Physical Stimuli
flurazepam, temazepam & triazolam are benzodiazepines used to treat
Sleep Disorders
receptors located on the myocardium, fat cells, GI sphincters, smooth muscle & renal arterioles
Beta2 Receptors
a class of drugs used for hypertension, adjunct therapy for severe pain via epidural injection
Alpha2 Receptor Agonists
drugs used for prophylaxis & treatment of chronic asthma
Leukotriene Modifiers
a period of inactivity, restoration of mental & physical function
Sleep
bupropion is in the class of
Second, Third-Generation Antidepressants
preganglionic sympathetic neurons release
Acetylcholine
are used for hypertension, adrenal medulla tumor, peripheral vascular disease & urinary retention
Alpha Receptor Antagonists
a class of diuretics used in the treatment of cerebral edema
Osmotic Diuretics
a stage of general anesthesia that includes progressive muscle relaxation with close monitoring
Stage 3: Surgical Anesthesia
a drug that induces a trance-like state while providing pain relief, sedation & memory loss
Ketamine (Ketalar)
when stimulated, the adrenal medulla releases
Epinephrine, Norepinephrine & Dopamine
are contraindicated in heart block, cardiogenic shock, severe heart failure, asthma & COPD
Beta Receptor Antagonists
antibiotics used for COPD, skin infections, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, bronchitis & sinusitis
Macrolides