Unit 3 exam final countdown Flashcards
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A cluster of nerve cells in the peripheral nervous system are called?
Ganglion
Glycopyrrolate and atropine are________ that are commonly used as _______ because they ________ and ________
Anticholinergics; Pre-anesthetics; dry secretions: Prevent bradycardia
Which system deals with energy expanding (fight or flight) processes
Sympathetic/Adrenergic
True/False: The neurotransmitter Acetylcholine is the key player in the parasympathetic pathway
True
Which adrenergic/sympathomimetic increases urethral tone for the control of urinary incontinence?
Phenylpropanolamine
What are the neurotransmitters for the sympathetic nervous system called?
Catecholamines
Name three of the neurotransmitters?
Epinephrine, Norepinephrine and dopamine
What drug reverses dexdomitor?
Antisedan (atipamizole)
Name the four ways drugs work at the synapse?
1.Mimic NT
2.Block release of NT
3.Block receptor of NT
4.Interfere with the breakdown/reuptake of NT in the synapse
What are the opioid receptors?
Mu, Sigma, Delta, Kappa
True/False: Thiopental is contraindicated in sight hounds
True
The most common active ingredient in vet euth products?
Pentobarbitol
Which drug is contraindicated in an animal with epilepsy?
Acepromazine
True/False: Acepromazine is a potent analgesic
False
The alpha 2 agonist drugs (xylazine, domitor, dexdomitor) are used for what main effect?
Sedation and anesthesia
Neuroleptanalgesia is a combo of?
Opioid and Sedative
What of the 4 opioid receptors are the most effective for pain?
MU
Which tranquilizer group should never be stored in plastic syringe-containers?
Benzodiazepines (diazepam and Midazolam)
Which sedative group is als an emetic?
Phenothiazine (chlorpromazine)
True/False: Pain provides an important function by restricting the activity of the patient that is in discomfort
False
What are three type of pain in animals?
Superficial, Deep and Visceral
What pain pathways are considered a distinct nociception pathway?
Modulation, Transmission and transduction
Which of the pain pathways does the body/brain send negative feedback to inhibit central sensitization?
Modulation(spinal cord)
All NSAIDS (nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug) are toxic to cats. Which is the most/extremely toxic to cats?
Acetominophen