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Cholinergic drugs have specific effects on the body. What are the actions of cholinergic medications? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Dilate pupils
  b. Decrease heart rate
  c. Stimulate gastric muscle
  d. Dilate blood vessels
  e. Dilate bronchioles
  f. Increase salivation
  g. Constrict pupils

Question 2

A patient who has Parkinson's disease will begin treatment with benztropine (Cogentin). Which symptom of Parkinson's disease would be a contraindication for this drug?
 
  a. Drooling
  b. Muscle rigidity
  c. Muscle weakness
  d. Tardive dyskinesia


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

ANS: B, C, D, F, G
Decreasing heart rate, stimulating gastric muscles, dilating blood vessels, increasing salivation, and constricting pupils are actions of the cholinergic drugs.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Tardive dyskinesia is a contraindication for this drug.


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

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