Hurts So...Swell Quiz
Dr. Tom Viola
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1. Due to their effect on the COX-1 enzyme, NSAID's may produce which of the following adverse effects?
Increased fever
Stomach Upset
Abnormal fat distribution
Improved kidney function
All of the above
2. Ibuprofen may interact with lithium to cause increased muscle rigidity.
True
False
3. In acute overdose, acetaminophen adversely affects the:
Bone marrow
Lungs
Heart
Liver
None of the above
4. Caffeine may be used as an analgesic adjuvant in the management of dental pain.
True
False
5. Which of the following can be considered as adverse reaction associated with the opioids?
Respiratory depression
Constipation
Sedation
Constricted pupils
All of the above
6. Non-opioid analgesics (like aspirin and ibuprofen) work through inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis
True
False
7. Other NSAID's, such as diflunisal and flurbiprofen, are superior to ibuprofen and naproxen in the treatment of dental pain.
True
False
8. Acetaminophen has significant anti-inflammatory activity and may be used as monotherapy to effectively treat dental pain.
True
False
9. Opioid analgesics inhibit the release of substance P and thus block transmission of pain impulses to the brain.
True
False
10. Vivitrol (naltrexone) is a once-monthly injection used to help prevent relapse to opioid dependence after detoxification.
True
False
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