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robinn137

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on: Jul 24, 2018
The nurse understands that most agents that have antispasmodic activity act by:
 
  a. stimulating the release of acetylcholine.
  b. blocking the conduction of nerve impulses in the brain.
  c. blocking the action of norepinephrine in the body.
  d. antagonizing the action of acetylcholine.

Question 2

Which of the following drugs is commonly administered preoperatively to decrease the risk of emesis and aspiration during general anesthesia?
 
  a. pyridostigmine c. edrophenium
  b. glycopyrrolate d. physostigmine


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: They have the opposite action.
B Incorrect: These have anticholinergic action.
C Incorrect: These have anticholinergic action.
D Correct: This is the anticholinergic action of most antispasmodic agents.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This is a cholinergic agent.
B Correct: This drug, also known as Robinul, is an anticholinergic used for this purpose.
C Incorrect: This is a cholinergic agent.
D Incorrect: This is a cholinergic agent.


robinn137

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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