Pre10 Resp/Cancer

Which of the following is a beta2 adrenergic agent used to treat asthma?
A. cromolyn sodium (INTAL).
B. ipratropium bromide (ATROVENT).
C. albuterol (PROVENTIL).
D. zileuton (ZYFLO).

Which of the following diseases is characterized by hyper-reactive airways, reversible airflow obstruction, and increased mucus production? Note: you may find the answer fastest in your lecture notes.
A. asthma
B. chronic bronchitis
C. emphysema

Which of the following drugs is a direct acting bronchodilation and is classified as a bronchodilator?
A. albuterol sodium (PROVENTIL)
B. cromolyn sodium (INTAL)
C. zafirlukast (ACCOLATE)
D. zileuton (ZYFLO)

Mast cell stabilizers are used to treat asthma because
A. many symptoms of asthma are caused by histamine.
B. mast cells release bronchodilators.
C. asthmatic patients have a mast cell deficiency.
D. 1 and 2

Patients who receive traditional chemotherapy should be taught to
A. brush teeth with a sof bristle toothbrush.
B. take mega doses of vitamine E.
C. abstain from sexual activity for two years after chemotherapy ends.
D. spend at least two hours in the sun daily.

The treatment of cancer has advanced to the point that certain cancers can be cured while other types can be managed. Some cancers have still eluded successful treatments. Select all the examples for successful cancer treatment or management.
A. maintain a positive outlook with multiple supports along with a healthy lifestyle
B. provide patients with chemoprophylaxis
C. consider radiation, chemotherapy, or surgical options
D. early diagnosis

The following statements are true about antihistamines except
A. antihistamines are most effective when administered before the inflammation occurs
B. monitoring cardiac status and vital signs prior to administration is important
C. antihistamines are used with caution in the diabetic patient
D. dizziness, papitations, headaches, and chest pain are known side effects and to be expected when taking antihistamines

All of the following are true about cancer except
A. The causes of cancer are completely unknown
B. The highest survival rates for cancers are prostate, testes, and thyroid while lowest survival rates are cancers of the pancreas and liver
C. Both women and men can be diagnosed with breast cancer
D. The goals of cancer of chemotherapy center on cure, control, and pallaiation

Common triggers of asthma include all of the following except
A. allergies
B. air pollution
C. stress
D. prolonged bedrest
The treatment of COPD includes which of the following?
A. respiratory depressants
B. bronchodilators
C. inhaled corticosteroids
D. high dose oxygen