question 1: How do benzodiazepines reduce neuronal activation?
Group of answer choices
They increase the inward flow of chloride ions through the chloride channels.
They open sodium channels.
They inhibit the binding of GABA to the receptor.
They block the voltage-dependent membrane sodium channels.
They increase the release of calcium within the synaptic cleft.
Question 21 pts
Where in the body does cyclobenzaprine act directly?
Group of answer choices
Cerebellum
Brain cortex
Brainstem
Peripheral nervous system
Muscles
Question 31 pts
What is true about hyperpyrexia syndrome?
Group of answer choices
Related to the use of levetiracetam
Related to the use of phenytoin
Related to the use of SSRIs
Related to the use of MAO Inhibitors
Related to the use of SNRIs
Question 41 pts
Which of the following is considered a first-line therapy for acute gouty arthritis?
Group of answer choices
Infliximab
Low-dose salicylates
Febuxostat
Allopurinol
Colchicine
Question 51 pts
The nurse practitioner is providing health teaching to a parent whose child has been prescribed a stimulant for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). What statement by the parent indicates they require additional teaching?
Group of answer choices
“This medication will help my child concentrate.”
“This medication will help decrease my child’s impulsivity.”
“This medication should only be taken on days when my child goes to school.”
“This medication works by increasing dopamine levels.”
Question 61 pts
Which of the following is most characteristic of osteoarthritis?
Group of answer choices
Wide distribution of joints
Symmetric distribution
Normal X-rays in late disease
No symptoms in the mornings
Positive serology
Question 71 pts
Which toxicity is not expected from a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)?
Group of answer choices
Akathisia
Myoclonus
Bradycardia
Headache
Agitation
Question 81 pts
A 37-year-old male with a history of schizophrenia presents with a flat affect, lack of emotion, and antisocial behavior. He likely has altered dopamine signaling in which dopaminergic tract?
Group of answer choices
Lateral corticospinal tract
Mesolimbic tract
Tuberoinfundibular tract
Mesocortical tract
Basal ganglia
Question 91 pts
What is NOT a side effect of most NSAIDs?
Group of answer choices
Increased risk of renal damage
Increased risk of drowsiness
Increased risk of GI toxicity
Increased risk of reduced gastric mucosal protection
Increased risk of increased bleeding
Question 101 pts
Parkinson disease and schizophrenia are related by the dysregulation of which neurotransmitter?
Group of answer choices
Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Glutamate
Acetylcholine
Solution:
Question 1: How do benzodiazepines reduce neuronal activation?
Group of answer choices
They increase the inward flow of chloride ions through the chloride channels.
They open sodium channels.
They inhibit the binding of GABA to the receptor.
They block the voltage-dependent membrane sodium channels.
They increase the release of calcium within the synaptic cleft….