Drugs that are receptor antagonists, such as beta blockers, may cause:
1. Downregulation of the drug receptor
2. An exaggerated response if abruptly discontinued
3. Partial blockade of the effects of agonist drugs
4. An exaggerated response to competitive drug agonists
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What has served as the model for presymptomatic testing?
A) Alzheimer's disease B) Huntington disease C) Tay-Sachs disease D) Sickle cell disease
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a. Complete a neurological assessment. b. Determine whether the patient can hear as the nurse speaks. c. Suggest that the patient lie down in a darkened room for a few minutes. d. Administer medication to relieve the patient's pain before continuing the assessment.