NURS 617 Pharm (Exam 2) Summer 2024-Jean Genzale Latest Update Actual Exam 215 Questions and 100% Verified Correct Answers Guaranteed A+ Approved by the Professor
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NURS 617 Pharm (Exam 2) Summer 2024-Jean Genzale Latest Update Actual Exam 215 Questions and 100% Verified Correct Answers Guaranteed A+ Approved by the Professor
NURS 617 Pharm (Exam 2) Summer 2024-Jean
Genzale Latest Update 2024-2025 Actual Exam
215 Questions and 100% Verified Correct
Answers Guaranteed A+ Approved by the
Professor
A disadvantage to the use of nicotinic acid ( niacin ) for hyperlipidemia is ?
a . It is associated with constipation
b . it may cause a life - threatening myopathy
c . It commonly produces flushing in the face and neck area
d . It will decrease the absorption of other oral drugs given simultaneously - CORRECT
ANSWER: c . It commonly produces flushing in the face and neck area
A pediatric patient who weighs 30lbs is prescribed Prednisolone 1.5mg / kg / day as a "
burst therapy " for asthma exacerbation . Please calculate a dose in whole number of
mg for a total daily dose of Prednisolone - CORRECT ANSWER: 20
According to the textbook , preferred step 4 treatment for persistent asthma in 12 y / o
children and adults is
a . Cromolyn
b . Low dose ICS
C. Medium dose ICS
d . Medium dose ICS + LABA - CORRECT ANSWER: d . Medium dose ICS + LABA
All of the following respiratory agents are safe to use in pregnancy except
a . brompheniramine ( dimetane )
b . potassium iodide
c . hydrocortisone
d . dextromethorphan ( Delsym ) - CORRECT ANSWER: b . potassium iodide
,All of the following therapies are used as acute therapy for a cluster headache except
a . Intranasal lidocaine
b . Intranasal sumatriptan ( imitrex )
c . Ergotamine derivative
d . Verapamil - CORRECT ANSWER: d . Verapamil
All of the following therapies are used as acute therapy for a cluster headache EXCEPT:
CHOOSE ONE ANSWER
A. Intranasal Lidocaine
B. Intranasal Sumatriptan (Imitrex) C. Ergotamine
D. Verapamil (Calan) - CORRECT ANSWER: D. Verapamil (Calan)
Although most antiemetics also produce sedation , which of the following is the least
likely to have this effect
a . Dronabinol ( marinol )
b . Ondansetron ( zofran )
C. Promethazine ( Phenergan )
d . Trimethobenzamide ( Tigan ) - CORRECT ANSWER: b . Ondansetron ( zofran )
although most asthmatics are controlled with a combination of medications , the class
that provides the most effective bronchodilation is ?
a . Anticholinergic inhalants
b . Beta 2 adrenergic agents
C. Cromones
d . Methylxanthines - CORRECT ANSWER: b . Beta 2 adrenergic agents
Angiotensin II receptor antagonists ( ARBS )
a . May be prescribed to pregnant women without fear of causing fetal harm
,b . Are excreted both in the urine and the bile
C.Have limited use due to multiple adverse effects
d . Commonly cause a persistent cough as an adverse drug reaction - CORRECT
ANSWER: b . Are excreted both in the urine and the bile
antihistamines have antagonistic activity on cholinergic receptors leading to
anticholinergic adverse effects . Examples of anticholinergic adverse effects include
a . bronchospasm
b . nasal stuffiness
c . pruritus
d . tachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER: d . tachycardia
beta blockers are used therapeutically in patients with angina
a . decrease the time allowed for coronary blood flow
b . increase cardiac output
C. increase the time that the heart is in diastole
d . increase myocardial oxygen consumption - CORRECT ANSWER: C. increase the
time that the heart is in diastole
Beta blockers must be used with caution in patients who have heart failure . Which of
the following statements describe possible consequences of slowing the heart rate in a
patient with HF ?
a . May increase perfusion of coronary arteries
b . May increase cardiac contractility
C. May increase myocardial oxygen supply
d . May decrease cardiac output to a critical level - CORRECT ANSWER: d . May
decrease cardiac output to a critical level
Bile acid sequestrants
a . Are all considered pregnancy category D
, b . Are activated from a prodrug to an active form in the liver
c . Reduce the amount of cholesterol stored in adipose tissue
d . Require close monitoring of hepatic function - CORRECT ANSWER: c . Reduce the
amount of cholesterol stored in adipose tissue
Calcium channel blockers
a . Block calcium channels inayocardial cells resulting in decreased myocardial
contraction
b . Cause increased heart rate by speeding conductance of electrical cells
C. Decrease calcium movement into the extracellular environment
d . Have negative effects on glucose levels in diabetic patients - CORRECT ANSWER:
a . Block calcium channels inayocardial cells resulting in decreased myocardial
contraction
Centrally acting alpha II adrenergic agents
a . Interact with alpha II receptors on the peripheral vascular system
b . Increases venous return ; thereby decreasing heart rate
C. Result in a mild to moderate increase in cardiac output
d . Result in vasodilation leading to a decrease in blood pressure - CORRECT
ANSWER: b . Increases venous return ; thereby decreasing heart rate
Chlamydial pneumonia should be treated with the following suggested antimicrobial ?
a. Amoxicillin ( Amoxil )
b . Amoxicillin - clavulanate ( Augmentin )
c . Azithromycin ( Zithromax )
d . Ceftriaxone ( rocephin ) - CORRECT ANSWER: c . Azithromycin ( Zithromax )
Direct acting vasodilators
a . Are teratogenic
b . Block the action of aldosterone
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