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jazziefee

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Corticosteroids are used to treat:
 
  a. The initial response of an allergic reaction
  b. The effects of broncoconstriction
  c. Vasodilation caused by histamine release
  d. The secondary inflammatory response of an allergic reaction

Question 2

Magnesium sulfate is contraindicated in patients who have:
 
  a. Seizures due to eclampsia
  b. Multifocal ventricular tachycardia (torsades des points)
  c. High-grade heart block (Third Degree)
  d. Preterm labor



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Answer to Question 1

d
Rationale: a. Epinephrine is used during the initial response of an allergic reaction.
b. Sympathomimetics are used to combat the effects of broncoconstriction.
c. Vasodilation is treated with sympathomimetics.
d. Correct.

Answer to Question 2

c
Rationale: a. MS is indicated in seizures due to eclampsia.
b. MS is indicated in torsades des pointes.
c. Correct. MS is contraindicated in high-grade heart blocks.
d. MS is indicated in preterm labor due to its smooth muscle relaxation.




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