NUR2474 Pharmacology Final Exam Practice
Questions and Answers (100% Pass)
1. The nurse working on a high-acuity medical-surgical unit is prioritizing care for
four patients who were just admitted. Which patient should the nurse assess first?
a. The NPO patient with a blood glucose level of 80 ...
d. "This level is conclusive evidence that you do not have diabetes." - Answer✔️✔️-
a. "Unless you were fasting for longer than 8 hours, this does not necessarily mean
you have diabetes."
*could be a normal level without fasting and does not mean diabetes unless it was
high for a fasting blood glucose level.
5. Insulin glargine is prescribed for a hospitalized patient who is diabetic. When
will the nurse administer this drug?
a. Approximately 15 to 30 minutes before each meal
b. In the morning and at 4 PM
c. Once daily at bedtime
d. After meals and at bedtime - Answer✔️✔️-c. Once daily at bedtime
*goodnight glargine
6. A patient with type 1 diabetes who takes insulin reports taking propranolol for
hypertension. Why is the nurse concerned?
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