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Central Nervous System Stimulants and Related Drugs NCLEX Style Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Ester type local anaesthetics are hydrolyzed by
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ester-type local anesthetics are hydrolyzed by pseudo cholinesterase in the blood unlike amides which are metabolized in the liver.
Question 2 of 5
An action common to most general anesthetics
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Many general anesthetics inhibit glutamate (excitatory neurotransmitter) to produce sedation and anesthesia.
Question 3 of 5
A 73-year-old man presents to his primary care physician complaining of a weak stream and nocturia four times at night. He is very sensitive to the medication side effects and is reluctant to take medications for this reason. Physical examination reveals a mildly enlarged prostate. Treatment of this condition may involve the use of which of the following agents to minimize side effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tamsulosin is an α1-adrenergic receptor antagonist that is selective for the prostate and bladder neck, minimizing systemic side effects like hypotension.
Question 4 of 5
Ester type local anaesthetics are hydrolyzed by
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ester-type local anesthetics are hydrolyzed by pseudo cholinesterase in the blood unlike amides which are metabolized in the liver.
Question 5 of 5
A physician has a choice in benzodiazepines to prescribe for patients. A particular patient (a 53-year-old man with anxiety) has a difficult time with compliance to medications. The physician is concerned about the patient going into withdrawal because of abrupt discontinuation of the antianxiety medication. Which of the following medications would have the least severe withdrawal reaction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diazepam has a long half-life, which reduces the risk of severe withdrawal symptoms compared to shorter-acting benzodiazepines like triazolam.