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HESI RN · HESI Pharmacology · Introduction to the Pharmacology of CNS Drugs

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Question 1 of 5

Following agent is generally used in allergic rhinitis

A. Beclomethasone
B. Fluticasone
C. Triamcinolone
D. All of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: All of the above

Question 2 of 5

Tolcapone may be of value in patients being treated with levodopa-carbidopa because it

A. Activates catechol-O-methyltransferase
B. Decreases formation of 3-O-methyldopa
C. Inhibits monoamine oxidase type B
D. Inhibits dopamine reuptake

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Decreases formation of 3-O-methyldopa

Question 3 of 5

Cocaine intoxication has become a common problem in hospital emergency rooms. Which one of the following drugs is not likely to be of any value in the management of cocaine overdose?

A. Dantrolene
B. Diazepam
C. Lidocaine
D. Naltrexone

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Naltrexone

Question 4 of 5

A 56-year-old man came to the clinic with complaints of tremor, bradykinesia, and “a feeling of persistent restlessness” after beginning a new antipsychotic regimen 2 months ago. The patient has a history of schizophrenia and depression. He is afraid he may have Parkinson's syndrome. The doctor recommended cessation of the new regimen and assures the patient the symptoms will clear after a few weeks or months after withdrawal. What antipsychotic was the most likely to have caused the patient's symptoms?

A. Aripiprazole
B. Clozapine
C. Haloperidol
D. Olanzapine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Haloperidol

Question 5 of 5

A patient has resulted in an acute hypertensive episode after ingestion of certain cheeses or wine. This interaction is because he is on

A. Tetracyclines
B. Tranylcypromine
C. Aspirin
D. Digitalis

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Tranylcypromine

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