Adrenergic agents have specific effects on the body. What are the actions of adrenergic medications? (Select all that apply.)
a. Dilate pupils.
b. Increase heart rate.
c. Stimulate gastric muscle.
d. Dilate blood vessels.
e. Dilate bronchioles.
f. Relax uterine muscles.
g. Contract the bladder.
ANS: A, B, E, F
Adrenergic agents stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, evoking the "fight or flight response." This response increases those functions needed to respond to stress while shunting blood away from the reproductive tract and GI organs.
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