This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Which of the following drugs is classified as a peripherally acting skeletal muscle relaxant? a. ... (Read 123 times)

EY67

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following drugs is classified as a peripherally acting skeletal muscle relaxant?
 
  a. Metaxalone (Skelaxin)
  b. Carisoprodol (Soma)
  c. Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
  d. Dantrolene (Dantrium)

Question 2

Which of the following would be the most appropriate age for administration of an anorexiant drug to a pediatric patient diagnosed with obesity?
 
  a. 3 years
  b. 6 years
  c. 10 years
  d. 12 years


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

canderson530

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 317
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Dantrolene is a peripherally acting skeletal muscle relaxant. Metaxalone, carisoprodol, and cyclo-benzaprine are centrally acting drugs.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Anorexiant drugs should not be given to children under 12 years of age.


EY67

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thank you!


canderson530

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 317
Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Always glad to help...


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Automated pill dispensing systems have alarms to alert patients when the correct dosing time has arrived. Most systems work with many varieties of medications, so patients who are taking a variety of drugs can still be in control of their dose regimen.

Did you know?

In 1885, the Lloyd Manufacturing Company of Albany, New York, promoted and sold "Cocaine Toothache Drops" at 15 cents per bottle! In 1914, the Harrison Narcotic Act brought the sale and distribution of this drug under federal control.

Did you know?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released reports detailing the deaths of infants (younger than 1 year of age) who died after being given cold and cough medications. This underscores the importance of educating parents that children younger than 2 years of age should never be given over-the-counter cold and cough medications without consulting their physicians.

Did you know?

Inotropic therapy does not have a role in the treatment of most heart failure patients. These drugs can make patients feel and function better but usually do not lengthen the predicted length of their lives.

Did you know?

There are over 65,000 known species of protozoa. About 10,000 species are parasitic.

A skeletal mount of an African Lion attacking a Common Eland on display at The Museum of Osteology, A skeletal mount of an African Lion attacking a Common Eland on display at The Museum of Osteology,
Drugs for Heart Failure Drugs for Heart Failure
Nonopioid Centrally Acting Analgesics Nonopioid Centrally Acting Analgesics
Skeletal muscles of the shoulder, arm, and hand. Skeletal muscles of the shoulder, arm, and hand.
Drugs Used in the Treatment of Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) and GERD Drugs Used in the Treatment of Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) and GERD
Device to deliver repository drugs Device to deliver repository drugs
Video: Renal Failure

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library