Question 1

Some sympathomimetic drugs work by increasing norepinephrine levels by displacing it from its storage sites.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Amphetamine increases pain tolerance potentially leading to greater tissue damage when injured.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

All sympathomimetic drugs, epinephrine, and other catecholamines easily cross the blood brain barrier and concentrate in the brain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is not true of ephedra?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is a naturally occurring plant alkaloid.
B)   It has been used for centuries by the Chinese to alleviate cold symptoms.
C)   It is a powerful CNS stimulant.
D)   Its active ingredient is ephedrine.
E)   It can cause arrhythmias and high blood pressure.F) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 5

An indication for sympathomimetics is the neurological condition known as ______________, in which the patient suffers from overwhelming daytime drowsiness.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An indication for sympathomimetics is the neurological...

Question 6

Many patients with ADHD respond paradoxically to methylphenidate or amphetamine compared to healthy individuals; they become calmer and better able to manage their attention span.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Exercise increases noradrenergic and dopaminergic signaling in regions of the brain that have some overlap with the regions affected by ADHD.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 8

Children with ADHD often develop much more rapidly than their age-matched peers and exhibit high levels of restlessness and increased motor activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 9

Why is phenylephrine useful when one is suffering from a cold?

Accepted Answer

A)   It has anti-histamine activity.
B)   It causes smooth muscle cells to dilate, allowing sinuses to drain.
C)   It causes the cardiovascular system to relax allowing for better sleep.
D)   It decreases blood flow in nasal passages, thereby decreasing mucous production.
E)   It stimulates calcium uptake in nasal mucosal cells.F) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 10

Use of cocaine as a stimulant is a modern phenomena as it dates back to the first commercially available Coca Cola.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Amphetamines block norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake in the brain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Ephedra is a very potent appetite suppressor and can lead to rapid weight loss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Research on ADHD has been slow because it is not possible to replicate the symptoms in laboratory animals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Vasoconstriction and decreased blood flow to the skin can cause overheating in physically active abusers of amphetamine and cocaine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Sympathomimetics like ephedrine can have an additive effect with epinephrine at high exercise intensity and show clear ergogenic activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 8: Sympathomimetics

Some sympathomimetic drugs work by increasing norepinephrine levels by displacing it from its storage sites.

Correct Answer
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True

Amphetamine increases pain tolerance potentially leading to greater tissue damage when injured.

Correct Answer
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All sympathomimetic drugs, epinephrine, and other catecholamines easily cross the blood brain barrier and concentrate in the brain.

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Which of the following is not true of ephedra?

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An indication for sympathomimetics is the neurological condition known as ______________, in which the patient suffers from overwhelming daytime drowsiness.

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Many patients with ADHD respond paradoxically to methylphenidate or amphetamine compared to healthy individuals; they become calmer and better able to manage their attention span.

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Exercise increases noradrenergic and dopaminergic signaling in regions of the brain that have some overlap with the regions affected by ADHD.

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True

Children with ADHD often develop much more rapidly than their age-matched peers and exhibit high levels of restlessness and increased motor activity.

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False

Why is phenylephrine useful when one is suffering from a cold?

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Use of cocaine as a stimulant is a modern phenomena as it dates back to the first commercially available Coca Cola.

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Amphetamines block norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake in the brain.

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Ephedra is a very potent appetite suppressor and can lead to rapid weight loss.

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Research on ADHD has been slow because it is not possible to replicate the symptoms in laboratory animals.

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Vasoconstriction and decreased blood flow to the skin can cause overheating in physically active abusers of amphetamine and cocaine.

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Sympathomimetics like ephedrine can have an additive effect with epinephrine at high exercise intensity and show clear ergogenic activity.

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Exam 8: Sympathomimetics

Some sympathomimetic drugs work by increasing norepinephrine levels by displacing it from its storage sites.

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Amphetamine increases pain tolerance potentially leading to greater tissue damage when injured.

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All sympathomimetic drugs, epinephrine, and other catecholamines easily cross the blood brain barrier and concentrate in the brain.

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Which of the following is not true of ephedra?

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An indication for sympathomimetics is the neurological condition known as ______________, in which the patient suffers from overwhelming daytime drowsiness.

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Many patients with ADHD respond paradoxically to methylphenidate or amphetamine compared to healthy individuals; they become calmer and better able to manage their attention span.

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Exercise increases noradrenergic and dopaminergic signaling in regions of the brain that have some overlap with the regions affected by ADHD.

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Children with ADHD often develop much more rapidly than their age-matched peers and exhibit high levels of restlessness and increased motor activity.

Correct AnswerverifiedFalse

Why is phenylephrine useful when one is suffering from a cold?

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Use of cocaine as a stimulant is a modern phenomena as it dates back to the first commercially available Coca Cola.

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Amphetamines block norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake in the brain.

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Ephedra is a very potent appetite suppressor and can lead to rapid weight loss.

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Research on ADHD has been slow because it is not possible to replicate the symptoms in laboratory animals.

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Vasoconstriction and decreased blood flow to the skin can cause overheating in physically active abusers of amphetamine and cocaine.

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Sympathomimetics like ephedrine can have an additive effect with epinephrine at high exercise intensity and show clear ergogenic activity.

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