Blog

A _____ loop is called a definite loop because it can execute an exact number of times, and a ______ loop is called an indefinite loop because the number of iterations is not known when the loop starts.

The most likely sensory receptors to be activated if you accidently stepped on a sharp tack are the _______.  Be specific in how you name these receptors.

Write the letter in the space provided. Which of the following responses would not occur with a increased activation of the sympathetic nervous system?    a. Increased heart rate and contraction strength    b. Constriction of the pupils    c. Decreased urine production    d. Decreased gastrointestinal contractions    e. All of those mentioned would not occur.

Write the letter in the space provided. Which is not paired correctly?    a. Chemoreceptors – Monitor chemicals     b. Proprioceptors – Monitor body position     c. Photoreceptors – Monitor light     d. Thermoreceptors – Monitor temperature     e. Osmoreceptors – Monitor solute concentration     f.  Exteroceptors – Monitor stimuli coming from inside the organism.     g. All of the above are paired correctly.

Smell is an example of a sensory receptor that would be considered a _______ receptor based on its pattern of action potentials when a person is subjected to a stimulus.

Write the letter in the space provided. Which is true of phasic receptors?    a. Adapt slowly     b. Adapt rapidly     c. Fire action potentials at a relatively constant rate     d. Fire action potentials quickly and then at a reduced rate     e. a and c are correct     f. b and d are correct     g. a and d are correct

A 28-year-old female presents to the clinic with complaints of feeling on top of the world for the past week. She reports sleeping only 2-3 hours each night but feels fully rested. Her husband reports that she has been spending excessively and has been more talkative than usual. Her past medical history is notable for episodes of severe depression. On examination, her mood is elevated, and speech is rapid with flight of ideas. Her thought process is goal-directed, and no hallucinations or delusions are noted. Which of the following is the most appropriate medication for this patient?

A patient with Parkinson disease is prescribed selegiline. Which patient teaching is essential regarding drug interactions?  

A 30 yo female patient with focal epilepsy is prescribed carbamazepine. What is the primary mechanism by which this drug exerts its antiepileptic effects? 

A 6-week-old infant presents to the emergency department with a rectal temperature of 38.5°C (101.3°F), poor feeding, and irritability. Blood and urine cultures are obtained. Which pharmacologic management is most appropriate while awaiting culture results?