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Awilson837

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In parkinsonism, what is the neurotransmitter that is in excess, causing excitation and movement disorders?
 
  a. Acetylcholine
  b. Norepinephrine
  c. Epinephrine
  d. Dopamine

Question 2

What antiviral drug is used to decrease parkinsonism symptoms?
 
  a. Amantadine (Symmetrel)
  b. Pergolide (Permax)
  c. Bromocriptine (Parlodel)
  d. Selegiline (Eldepryl)


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Kaytorgator

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

ANS: A
Acetylcholine is the chemical that is in excess amounts in clients with Parkinson's disease, owing to low dopamine.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Amantadine (Symmetrel), found to decrease the symptoms of parkinsonism, is also an antiviral agent.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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