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WGU D116 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY OA EXAM AND PRE-ASSESMENT LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR COMPLETE 500+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS - JUST RELEASED

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WGU D116 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY OA EXAM
AND PRE-ASSESMENT LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
COMPLETE 500+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS - JUST RELEASED
WGU D116 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY OA FINAL EXAM

QUESTION: A patient is admitted with a diagnosis of Huntington disease. On admission, the
patient exhibits uncontrolled twitching, difficulty walking, trouble swallowing, confusion, and
memory loss. The advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) prescribes baclofen.

What is the mechanism of action of this medication? - ANSWER-NO Modulates the effects of
glutamate at NMDA receptors

YES Inhibits neurotransmitter GABA

NO Halts the breakdown of acetylcholine by acetylcholinesterase

Alters the synthesis and release of norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine

Incorrect. Cholinesterase inhibitors prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine by
acetylcholinesterase. They are used in patients with Alzheimer's.

Correct! Huntington's disease involves a deficiency of the neurotransmitters acetylcholine and
y-aminobutyric acid in the basal ganglia and extrapyramidal system.




QUESTION: A 21-year-old patient accompanied by a parent comes to a clinic for an emergency
visit with an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) following a seizure. Upon interviewing
the patient and the parent, the APRN determines that the seizure is classified by marked



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impairment of consciousness and is followed by a period of central nervous system (CNS)
depression.

Which type of seizure is this patient experiencing? - ANSWER-Atonic

NO Myoclonic

YES Tonic-clonic

Absence

Incorrect. Myoclonic seizures consist of a sudden muscle contraction that lasts for just one
second.

Correct! A tonic-clonic seizure is a type of seizure that is also called a convulsion. This type of
seizure can include muscle stiffness, loss of consciousness, and body jerking.




QUESTION: A patient has been taking oral oxycodone every six hours for back pain during the
past three years. The patient suddenly decides to stop taking the pain medication and is trying
an alternative therapy without a clinician's approval.

Which risk is of clinical concern? - ANSWER-YES Physical dependence

Correct! The patient suddenly stopping the medication will cause physical symptoms that can
range from nausea to seizures.




QUESTION: An advanced practice registered nurse has diagnosed a 44-year-old male with
depression. A plan is developed to start treatment with medication. The patient has a history of
sexual dysfunction and is concerned about taking medication that may worsen this condition.


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Which antidepressant has the benefit of enhancing libido? - ANSWER-YES Bupropion




Correct! Bupropion does not cause sexual dysfunction. This will help the patient with a history
of sexual dysfunction. This will enhance the patient's libido, which will help with both
depression and sexual dysfunction.




A patient presents to an emergency room complaining of palpitations and irregular heartbeat.
The advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) places the patient on a cardiac monitor and
observes atrial fibrillation. The APRN orders dofetilide.

How should the APRN recommend this medication be taken? - ANSWER-YES With food or an
empty stomach




QUESTION: A 70-year-old male calls a clinic complaining of chest pain that started after having
sexual activity. He took sildenafil 50 mg about eight hours ago. He has nitroglycerin 0.3 mg on
hand.

How should the advanced practice registered nurse respond? - ANSWER-Do not take the
nitroglycerin and call 911




Taking the medications together can cause a serious drop in blood pressure leading to
cardiovascular collapse.




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QUESTION: A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is in a mental health clinic is
discussing the possibility of beginning lithium with an advanced practice registered nurse
(APRN). The patient expresses understanding and wishes to proceed with treatment. The APRN
explains to the patient that this medication requires specific lab monitoring and wants to draw
baseline labs. The patient asks why the test is needed.

Which explanation should the APRN provide to this patient? - ANSWER-A baseline blood urea
nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine (CREA) level needs to be drawn to assess kidney function prior to
treatment.




This drug can cause decreased renal function, and a baseline should be drawn for future
comparison.




QUESTION: An advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is reviewing the medications that will
be commonly experienced with a new nurse to determine whether the drugs are safe for the
patients. The new nurse is given a scenario where a patient is being prescribed sildenafil 25 mg
po prn, a prototype drug for erectile dysfunction.

Which patient may take this drug safely? - ANSWER-YES A 54-year-male with a medical history
of hypertension, mild eczema, and previous history of a urolithiasis where all is well controlled
and there are no current complications




QUESTION: A 30-year-old patient presents to a primary care clinic with a history of anxiety. The
advanced practice registered nurse reviews the mechanism of action by which many
neuropharmacological agents act and decides to prescribe citalopram.



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