Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is true concerning direct- and indirect-acting cholinergic agents?
A) A direct agent causes release of neurotransmitter and an indirect agent acts on the receptor.
B) The indirect-acting agents include the choline derivatives and pilocarpine.
C) The indirect-acting cholinesterase inhibitors act by stimulating release of acetylcholine.
D) Inhibiting the enzyme that normally destroys acetylcholine results in stimulation of the PANS.
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