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Kthamas

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Which drug category can be used for treating anxiety?
 
  1. Antitussives
  2. Anticoagulants
  3. Seizure drugs
  4. Antibiotics

Question 2

Which area of the brain is primarily responsible for maintaining sleep and wakefulness?
 
  1. Reticular activating system
  2. Cerebral cortex
  3. Limbic system
  4. Cerebellum


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: In addition to antidepressants, several other drug classes are used to treat anxiety, including seizure drugs. Antibiotics are used primarily for bacterial infections. Antitussives are used as cough suppressants. Anticoagulants are used to prevent blood clots from forming.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: The reticular activating system is responsible for sleeping and wakefulness. The limbic system is responsible for emotional expression, learning, and memory. The primary functions of the cerebral cortex and cerebellum do not include sleep and wakefulness.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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