NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PHARMACOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What sort of drug would be appropriate for reducing the amount of tissue swelling after an injury?
A
beta-adrenergic
B
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
C
anabolic steroid
D
tobacco
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Some commonly used NSAIDs include: aspirin (such as Disprin) ibuprofen (such as Nurofen) naproxen (such as Naprosyn)

Detailed explanation-2: -Paracetamol is a recommendable alternative for reducing acute post-traumatic pain and swelling, while acetylsalicylic acid should be avoided.

Detailed explanation-3: -Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used to relieve pain and fever and to reduce swelling and inflammation caused by injury or diseases such as arthritis. Aspirin, ibuprofen, ketoprofen, and naproxen are commonly used NSAIDs.

Detailed explanation-4: -They block the effects of special enzymes–specifically Cox-1 and Cox-2 enzymes. These enzymes play a key role in making prostaglandins. By blocking the Cox enzymes, NSAIDs stop your body from making as many prostaglandins. This means less swelling and less pain.

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