Module X - A Review of Beta Adrenergic Receptor Antagonists

Saturday December 5, 1998 - Question 1

Which of the following statements about the therapeutic use of beta adrenergic receptor antagonists is correct?

A. Beta adrenergic receptor antagonists are not known to be effective in the prevention of migraine headache.
 
B. Beta adrenergic receptor antagonists are FDA approved for the treatment of anxiety disorders.
 
C. The safety of beta adrenergic receptor antagonist use in children has not been established.
 
D. Propranolol has been used in the treatment of mild ethanol withdrawal.
 
E. Propranolol is absolutely contraindicated in the pregnant woman.
 
 

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