NSG 6005 WEEK 6 Pharmacology Mock
Exam Question and Answers [100%
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What is the primary reason for monitoring blood glucose levels when prescribing a thiazide diuretic?
a) Thiazides can cause hyperglycemia due to insulin resistance.
b) Thiazides decrease blood glucose l...
NSG 6005 WEEK 6 Pharmacology Mock
Exam Question and Answers [100%
Correct] UPDATED!!
What is the primary reason for monitoring blood glucose levels when prescribing a thiazide diuretic?
a) Thiazides can cause hyperglycemia due to insulin resistance.
b) Thiazides decrease blood glucose levels.
c) Thiazides can elevate glucose levels due to reduced insulin sensitivity.
d) Thiazides improve insulin secretion.
Which of the following is the best reason for avoiding beta-blockers in asthmatic patients?
a) Beta-blockers can cause bronchoconstriction by blocking beta-2 receptors.
In which patient population should the use of NSAIDs be limited?
a) Patients with diabetes.
b) Patients with a history of peptic ulcers.
c) Patients with hypertension.
d) Patients with hyperlipidemia.
What is the reason for combining levodopa with carbidopa in the treatment of Parkinson's disease?
a) To increase dopamine production in the brain.
b) To decrease levodopa absorption in the gastrointestinal tract.
c) To reduce the adverse effects of dopamine in the brain.
d) To prevent peripheral conversion of levodopa to dopamine.
Which class of medication is commonly prescribed to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
a) Alpha-1 adrenergic blockers.
b) Beta-blockers.
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