Question 1

____ is the most immediate and life-threatening adverse effect associated with both depolarizing and nondepolarizing agents.

Accepted Answer

A)  Histamine release 
B)  Malignant hyperthermia 
C)  Circulatory collapse 
D)  Apnea 
A)  Histamine release 
B)  Malignant hyperthermia 
C)  Circulatory collapse 
D)  Apnea D

Question 2

What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare, idiosyncratic, life-threatening reaction that may occur after a single dose of haloperidol. Hyperthermia, altered consciousness, labile blood pressure, diaphoresis, and tachyarrhythmias are suggestive of this condition.

Question 3

What are the adverse effects of anticholinergic bronchodilators?

Accepted Answer

When inhaled, atropine is readily distributed throughout the body and may cause systemic effects such as tachycardia, nervousness, headache, and dried secretions. Atropine easily penetrates the blood brain barrier and at higher levels may cause hallucination or mental confusion.

Question 4

Which of the following barbiturates has a long-acting duration of action and a duration of hypnotic effect of four to twelve hours?

Accepted Answer

A)  Phenobarbital 
B)  Amobarbital 
C)  Pentobarbital 
D)  Thiopental 
A)  Phenobarbital 
B)  Amobarbital 
C)  Pentobarbital 
D)  Thiopental

Question 5

The Ramsay Scale is suitable for paralyzed patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The smooth muscles of the airway are under autonomic nervous control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

____ levels of higher than 10 ppm can cause cell damage, hemorrhage, pulmonary edema, and death.

Accepted Answer

A)  NO 
B)  NO2 
C)  HNO3 
D)  HNO2 
A)  NO 
B)  NO2 
C)  HNO3 
D)  HNO2

Question 8

_______________ is a stimulant found in tea leaves and is chemically related to other stimulants found in coffee and colas.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ is a stimulant found in tea...

Question 9

____ is an á2 adrenoreceptor agonist with a unique combination of physiologic actions.

Accepted Answer

A)  Propofol 
B)  Haloperidol 
C)  Dexmedetomidine 
D)  Nitric oxide 
A)  Propofol 
B)  Haloperidol 
C)  Dexmedetomidine 
D)  Nitric oxide

Question 10

Which of the following is primarily used to reduce air flow resistance?

Accepted Answer

A)  neuromuscular blockers 
B)  bronchodilators 
C)  opioids 
D)  sedatives 
A)  neuromuscular blockers 
B)  bronchodilators 
C)  opioids 
D)  sedatives

Question 11

_______________ may be effective in situations where control of delirium in mechanically ventilated patient is desirable.

Accepted Answer

Haloperido

Question 12

When the nerve terminal is stimulated by nerve impulses, ____ is released into the synaptic cleft.

Accepted Answer

A)  acetylcholine 
B)  calcium 
C)  succinylcholine 
D)  PCHE 
A)  acetylcholine 
B)  calcium 
C)  succinylcholine 
D)  PCHE

Question 13

What is malignant hyperthermia?

Accepted Answer

A rare but very serious hazard of succin

Question 14

The general functions of corticosteroids include (1) ____, (2) immunosuppression, and (3) reduced inflammation.

Accepted Answer

A)  fatty acid metabolism 
B)  bronchodilation 
C)  protein metabolism 
D)  carbohydrate metabolism 
A)  fatty acid metabolism 
B)  bronchodilation 
C)  protein metabolism 
D)  carbohydrate metabolism

Question 15

Studies have shown that an MDI with spacer is a more efficient method for delivering inhaled medications to the lungs than the right-angle MDI port.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

When opioid analgesics are used in combination with propofol, additive hypotension may occur.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is a depolarizing agent metabolized by plasma cholinesterase?

Accepted Answer

A)  atracurium 
B)  vecuronium bromide 
C)  succinylcholine 
D)  pancuronium bromide 
A)  atracurium 
B)  vecuronium bromide 
C)  succinylcholine 
D)  pancuronium bromide

Question 18

An agent used in mechanical ventilation for sedation and maintenance of anesthesia is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  propofol 
B)  haloperidol 
C)  dexmedetomidine 
D)  nitric oxide 
A)  propofol 
B)  haloperidol 
C)  dexmedetomidine 
D)  nitric oxide

Question 19

What are the benefits of paralysis during controlled ventilation?

Accepted Answer

1) reduced combativeness and agitation
2

Question 20

Which of the following are given to patients to reduce anxiety, provide amnesia, and improve tolerance of mechanical ventilation?

Accepted Answer

A)  barbiturates 
B)  benzodiazepines 
C)  neuromuscular blockers 
D)  opioid analgesics 
A)  barbiturates 
B)  benzodiazepines 
C)  neuromuscular blockers 
D)  opioid analgesics

____ is the most immediate and life-threatening adverse effect associated with both depolarizing and nondepolarizing agents.

What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome?

What are the adverse effects of anticholinergic bronchodilators?

Which of the following barbiturates has a long-acting duration of action and a duration of hypnotic effect of four to twelve hours?

The Ramsay Scale is suitable for paralyzed patients.

The smooth muscles of the airway are under autonomic nervous control.

____ levels of higher than 10 ppm can cause cell damage, hemorrhage, pulmonary edema, and death.

_______________ is a stimulant found in tea leaves and is chemically related to other stimulants found in coffee and colas.

____ is an á₂ adrenoreceptor agonist with a unique combination of physiologic actions.

Which of the following is primarily used to reduce air flow resistance?

_______________ may be effective in situations where control of delirium in mechanically ventilated patient is desirable.

When the nerve terminal is stimulated by nerve impulses, ____ is released into the synaptic cleft.

What is malignant hyperthermia?

The general functions of corticosteroids include (1) ____, (2) immunosuppression, and (3) reduced inflammation.

Studies have shown that an MDI with spacer is a more efficient method for delivering inhaled medications to the lungs than the right-angle MDI port.

When opioid analgesics are used in combination with propofol, additive hypotension may occur.

Which of the following is a depolarizing agent metabolized by plasma cholinesterase?

An agent used in mechanical ventilation for sedation and maintenance of anesthesia is ____.

What are the benefits of paralysis during controlled ventilation?

Which of the following are given to patients to reduce anxiety, provide amnesia, and improve tolerance of mechanical ventilation?

Principles of Mechanical Ventilation

Effects of Positive Pressure Ventilation

Classification of Mechanical Ventilators

Operating Modes of Mechanical Ventilation

Special Airways for Ventilation

Airway Management in Mechanical Ventilation

Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation

Initiation of Mechanical Ventilation

Monitoring in Mechanical Ventilation

Hemodynamic Monitoring

Ventilator Waveform Analysis

Management of Mechanical Ventilation

Procedures Related to Mechanical Ventilation

Critical Care Issues in Mechanical Ventilation

Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation

Neonatal Mechanical Ventilation

Mechanical Ventilation in Non-Traditional Settings

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Exam 13: Pharmacotherapy for Mechanical Ventilation

____ is the most immediate and life-threatening adverse effect associated with both depolarizing and nondepolarizing agents.

What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome?

What are the adverse effects of anticholinergic bronchodilators?

Which of the following barbiturates has a long-acting duration of action and a duration of hypnotic effect of four to twelve hours?

The Ramsay Scale is suitable for paralyzed patients.

The smooth muscles of the airway are under autonomic nervous control.

____ levels of higher than 10 ppm can cause cell damage, hemorrhage, pulmonary edema, and death.

_______________ is a stimulant found in tea leaves and is chemically related to other stimulants found in coffee and colas.

____ is an á2 adrenoreceptor agonist with a unique combination of physiologic actions.

Which of the following is primarily used to reduce air flow resistance?

_______________ may be effective in situations where control of delirium in mechanically ventilated patient is desirable.

When the nerve terminal is stimulated by nerve impulses, ____ is released into the synaptic cleft.

What is malignant hyperthermia?

The general functions of corticosteroids include (1) ____, (2) immunosuppression, and (3) reduced inflammation.

Studies have shown that an MDI with spacer is a more efficient method for delivering inhaled medications to the lungs than the right-angle MDI port.

When opioid analgesics are used in combination with propofol, additive hypotension may occur.

Which of the following is a depolarizing agent metabolized by plasma cholinesterase?

An agent used in mechanical ventilation for sedation and maintenance of anesthesia is ____.

What are the benefits of paralysis during controlled ventilation?

Which of the following are given to patients to reduce anxiety, provide amnesia, and improve tolerance of mechanical ventilation?

Principles of Mechanical Ventilation

Effects of Positive Pressure Ventilation

Classification of Mechanical Ventilators

Operating Modes of Mechanical Ventilation

Special Airways for Ventilation

Airway Management in Mechanical Ventilation

Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation

Initiation of Mechanical Ventilation

Monitoring in Mechanical Ventilation

Hemodynamic Monitoring

Ventilator Waveform Analysis

Management of Mechanical Ventilation

Procedures Related to Mechanical Ventilation

Critical Care Issues in Mechanical Ventilation

Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation

Neonatal Mechanical Ventilation

Mechanical Ventilation in Non-Traditional Settings

Filters

____ is an á₂ adrenoreceptor agonist with a unique combination of physiologic actions.