Description : Isoxuprine is used to treat (a) Asthma (b) Severe hypotension (c) Nasal congestion (d) Premature labor (e) Hypertension
Last Answer : Ans: D
Description : Methylxanthines exert the following action (s) at cellular/molecular level (a) Intracellular release of Ca2+ (b) Antagonism of adenosine (c) Inhibition of phosphodiesterase (d) All of the above
Description : Which of the following will result from blockade of H2 receptors? (a) Decreased camp in cardiac muscle (b) Increased camp in cardiac muscle (c) Decreased IP3 in gastric mucosa (d) Increased IP3 in gastric mucosa (e) Increased IP3 in smooth muscle
Last Answer : Ans: A
Description : Smooth muscle relaxation is due to stimulation of which type of histamine receptors (a) H1 (b) H2 (c) H3 (d) All of the above
Last Answer : Ans: B
Description : The capacity of an antihistaminic to produce sedation depends on the following except (a) Relative affinity for central versus peripheral H1 receptors (b) Ability to penetrate blood-brain barrier (c) Individual susceptibility (d) Ratio of H1 : H2 blockade produced by the drug
Description : Fall in blood pressure caused by larger doses of histamine is blocked by (a) H1 antihistaminics alone (b) H2 ANTAgonists alone (c) Combination of H1 and H2 antagonists (d) None of the above
Last Answer : Ans: C
Description : The distinctive features of azithromycin include the following except: A. Efficacy against organisms which have developed resistance to erythromycin B. Marked tissue distribution and intracellular penetration ... D. Low propensity to drug interactions due to inhibition of cytochrome P450 enzymes
Last Answer : A. Efficacy against organisms which have developed resistance to erythromycin
Description : A patient is admitted to the emergency room with orthostatic hypotension and evidence of marked GI bleeding. Which of the following most accurately describes the probable autonomic response to this ... constricted pupils, increased bowel sounds (e) Rapid heart rate, constricted pupils, warm skin
Description : Which of the following is/are acceptable reasons for the transfusion of red blood cells based on currently available data? A. Rapid, acute blood loss with unstable vital signs but no available ... increase wound healing. D. A hematocrit of 26% in an otherwise stable, asymptomatic patient.
Last Answer : Answer: AB DISCUSSION: Currently accepted guidelines for the transfusion of packed red blood cells include acute ongoing blood loss, as might occur in an injured patient, and the development of ... not be given based solely or predominantly on a numerical value such as a hematocrit of 28%
Description : What you will find in patient with idiopathic autonomic insuffeciency? Orthostatic hypotension Horner syndrome Anhydrosis Palpitation Diaphoresis
Last Answer : Orthostatic hypotension
Description : The primary goals of asthma therapy include all of the following except (a) maintain normal activity levels (b) maintain control of symptoms (c) avoid adverse effects of asthma medications (d) prevent acute exacerbations and chronic symptoms (e) prevent destruction of lung tissue
Last Answer : Ans: E
Description : Drugs that can dilate bronchi during an acute asthmatic attack include all of the following except (a) Epinephrine (b) Terbutaline (c) Nedocromil (d) Theophyline (e) Ipratropium
Description : Industrial workers working in leather tanning & manufacturing units are prone to suffer from (A) Respiratory ailments (e.g. bronchitis) (B) Skin diseases (e.g. dermatitis) (C) Silicosis (D) Blurred vision
Last Answer : (B) Skin diseases (e.g. dermatitis)
Description : Acute exacerbations of asthma can be triggered by all of the following except (a) Bacterial or viral pneumonia (b) Hypersensitivity reaction to penicillin (c) Discontinuation of asthma medication (d) Hot, dry weather (e) Stressful emotional events
Description : The symptoms of allergen-mediated asthma result from which of the following? (a) Increased release of mediators from mast cells (b) Increased adrenergic responsiveness of the airways (c) ... bronchial tissue (d) Decreased calcium influx into the mast cell (e) Decreased prostaglandin production
Description : Relative to fexofenadine, diphenhydramine is more likely to (a) Be used for treatment of asthma (b) Be used for treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (c) Cause cardiac arrhythmias in ... ) Have efficacy in the prevention of motion sickness (e) Increase the serum concentration of warfarin
Description : A drug useful in the treatment of asthma but lacking bronchodilator action, is (a) Cromolyn (b) Ephedrine (c) Isoproterenol (d) Metaproterenol (e) Metoprolol
Description : Which one of the following drugs is most suitable for management of essential tremor in a patient who has pulmonary disease? (a) Diazepam (b) Levodopa (c) Metoprolol (d) Propranolol (e) Terbutaline
Description : Which of the following is a very longacting ß2 – selective agonist that is used for asthma prophylaxis? (a) Aminophyline (b) Cromolyn (c) Epinephrine (d) Ipratropium (e) Salmeterol
Description : Which of the following has overdose toxicity that includes insomnia, arrhythmias, and convulsions? (a) Aminophyline (b) Cromolyn (c) Epinephrine (d) Ipratropium (e) Metaproterenol
Description : Acute exacerbations of asthma can be triggered by all of the following except (a) Bacterial of viral pneumonia (b) Hypertsensitivity reaction to penicillin (c) Discontinuation of asthma medication (d) Hot, dry weather (e) Stressful emotional events
Description : Which of the following is a direct bronchodilator that is most often used in asthma by the oral route? (a) Aminophyline (b) Cromolyn (c) Epinephrine (d) Ipratropium (e) Metaproterenol
Description : Chronic Bronchitis is characterized by I. the distruction of central and peripheral portions of the acinus II. an increased number of mucous glands and goblet cells III. edema and inflammation of the bronchioles (a) only ... II are correct (d) II and III are correct (e) I, II and III are correct
Description : Which of the following tests is used at home to assess therapy and determine if a patient with asthma should seek emergency care? (a) Forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) (b) Forced vital capacity ... ) Total lung capacity (TLC) (d) Peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) (e) Residual volume (RV)
Description : In the emergency department, the preferred first-line therapy for asthma exacerbation is (a) Theophylline (b) A ß-agonist (c) A corticosteroid (d) Cromolyn sodium (e) An antihistamine
Description : Terbutaline has a preference for stimulation of which of the following receptors? (a) Alpha (b) Gamma (c) Beta 1 (d) Beta 2 (e) Dopaminergic
Description : Which of the following may precipitate an asthma attack? (a) Respiratory acidosis (b) Viran and bacterial infections (c) Respiratory alkalosis (d) Cranberry jiuce (e) Chocolate or Coca Cola
Description : A drug administered by inhalation of powder as a prophylactic for asthma is (a) Ephedrine (b) Disodium cromolyn (c) Isoproterenol (d) Ocytriphylline (e) Epinephrine
Description : Which of the following agents and dosage regimens is the best choice of treatment for an asthma patient with rheumatoid arthritis who is considered sensitive to aspirin (experiences bronchospasm with use)? ... once a week (d) Azathioprine, 75 mg daily (e) Cyclophosphamide, 100 mg daily
Description : In the emergency department, the preferred first-line therapy for asthma exacerbation is (a) Theophyline (b) A ß-agonist (c) A corticosteroid (d) Cromolyn sodium (e) An antihistamine
Description : Which of the following is a prophylactic agent that appears to stabilize mast cells? (a) Aminophyline (b) Cromolyn (c) Epinephrine (d) Ipratropium (e) Metaproterenol
Description : Which of the following is a nonselective but very potent and efficacious bonchodilator that is not active by the oral route? (a) Aminophyline (b) Cromolyn (c) Epinephrine (d) Ipratropium (e) Metaproterenol
Description : Which of the following is most useful in the treatment of hyperprolactinemia ? (a) Bromocriptine (b) Cimetidine (c) Ergotamine (d) Ketanserin (e) LSD
Description : A patient undergoing cancer chemotherapy is vomiting frequently. A drug that might help in this situation is (a) Bromocriptine (b) Cimetidine (c) Ketanserin (d) Loratadine (e) Ondansetron
Description : The Symptoms of allergen-mediated asthma result from which of the following? (a) Increased release of mediators from mast cells (b) Increased adrenergic responsiveness of the airways (c) ... bronchial tissue (d) Decreased calcium influx into the mast cells (e) Decreased prostaglandin production
Description : If therapy with multiple drugs causes induction of drug metabolism in your asthma patient, it will (a) Result in increased smooth endoplasmic reticulum (b) Result in increased rough endoplasmic reticulum ... soluble cytoplasmic fraction (d) Require 3-4 months to reach completion (e) Be irreversible
Description : Which of the following terms best describes the antagonism of leukotriene's bronchoconstrictor effect (mediated at leukotriene receptors) by terbutaline (acting a adrenoceptors) in a patient with ... ) Partial agonist (c) Physiologic antagonist (d) Chemical antagonist (e) Noncompetitive antagonist
Description : Can your vision become blurred 24/7 from 9 hrs a day on the computer?
Last Answer : Yeah, at least for a while. Has happened to me.
Description : Can this scalp cyst and removal be causative for blurred vision?
Last Answer : answer:Once again, I urge you to see your ophthalmologist. Have you ever discussed the results of the cyst removal with your dermatologist? What did she say at the time about the force she needed to suture the wound and your ensuing dizziness?
Description : Does Ambian ( the Sleeping Pill ) cause trippiness ? Or blurred vision ?
Last Answer : I've been taking Ambien for 2 years. 5mg and now 10mg. If I take it and go directly to be it can be without incidence. However staying up even ten minutes afterwards can get you in to trouble, or ... 8 hours of fully uninteruppeted sleep and you will feel refreshed and ready to go!!! Go od luck!!!!
Description : Does controlling diabetes stop the blurred vision or restore it to its previous state ?
Last Answer : : Yes, you will get your eyes back as before. But do not increase the level of diabetes. Keep it under control all the time.
Description : I always have a heavy head , dizziness , nausea , hard bowel movements , blurred vision. What is the cause of shortness of breath and what is the solution ?
Last Answer : Your problems are due to physical weakness which is due to lack of vitamins and calcium as well as constipation.
Description : Which pollutant causes the following effects? 1. Causes dryness to throat 2. Causes damage to neuron 3. Causes headache, blurred vision
Last Answer : Which pollutant causes the following effects? 1. Causes dryness to throat 2. Causes damage to ... sulphide C. Hydrogen flouride D. Hydrogen cyanide.
Description : A doctor advises a patient to take plenty of citrus fruits, guavas, tomatoes and amlas over a period of two months regularly. What do you think is the complaint of the patient? (a) Softness and ... skin of angle of mouth (d) Extreme weakness, swelling and pain in legs, loss of appetite, headache
Last Answer : Ans:(b)
Description : Which is not found in papilloedema? a. Blurred vision b. Blurred margins of disc c. Cupping of disc d. Retinal edema
Last Answer : ANSWER: C
Description : A male patient 30 years old with visual acuity of 6/6 in both eyes. Twelve hours ago he presented with drop of vision of the left eye. On examination, visual acuity was 6/6 in the ... : a. Raised intra cranial pressure b. Raised ocular tension c. Central retinal artery occlusion d. Optic neuritis
Last Answer : ANSWER: D
Description : Bacteria that make either a fementative or respiratory set of enzymes are known as (a) Obligate anacerobes (b) Obligate aerobes (c) Microacerophiles (d) Facultative organisms
Description : Pyridostigmine differs from neostigmine in that (a) More potent orally (b) Longer acting (c) Less muscarinic side effects (d) All of the above
Description : What is symport ? (a) Counter transport (b) Contransport (c) Carrier mediated diffusion (d) Solvent drug