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Which of the following is NOT a usual side effect of adrenergics?

a. Nervousness
b. Low blood pressure
c. Increased blood sugar
d. Fast heart rate

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Final answer:

Low blood pressure is NOT a usual side effect of adrenergics; rather, adrenergics typically cause an increase in blood pressure.

Step-by-step explanation:

The usual side effects of adrenergics such as adrenaline or norepinephrine include nervousness, increased blood sugar, and a fast heart rate. These effects are in line with the fight-or-flight response, which prepares the body for rapid action in stressful situations. Adrenergic drugs mimic the action of adrenaline and typically cause an elevation in blood pressure, not a reduction. Therefore, low blood pressure (hypotension) is not a usual side effect of adrenergics, making option 'b' the correct answer to the question.

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