Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Practice Exam

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What type of medication is typically used to control inflammation and swelling?

Aspirin
Tranquilizer
Vaccine
Antibiotic

The correct answer is: Aspirin

Aspirin is commonly used to control inflammation and swelling because it belongs to a class of medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These medications work by inhibiting the production of certain chemicals in the body that lead to inflammation, pain, and fever. Aspirin specifically targets prostaglandins, substances that mediate inflammation and pain, making it effective in reducing swelling and offering relief from conditions associated with inflammation, such as arthritis or muscle pain. In contrast, tranquilizers are primarily used to manage anxiety and produce a calming effect, vaccines are designed to prevent diseases by stimulating the immune system, and antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections rather than to control inflammation. Each of these plays a unique role in medical treatment, but they do not address inflammation directly as aspirin does.