NSG 6005 WEEK 8 Mid-term Exam
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
2025/2026 Latest Release!!
What is the primary purpose of a pharmacokinetic study?
a) To determine the drug's effectiveness
b) To identify potential drug interactions
c) To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of a drug ...
NSG 6005 WEEK 8 Mid-term Exam
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
2025/2026 Latest Release!!
What is the primary purpose of a pharmacokinetic study?
a) To determine the drug's effectiveness
b) To identify potential drug interactions
c) To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of a drug
d) To understand how the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes a drug
Which class of drugs is primarily used to lower blood cholesterol levels?
a) Statins
b) ACE inhibitors
c) Beta-blockers
d) Calcium channel blockers
When administering a medication that has a narrow therapeutic index, what is the most crucial
consideration?
a) Frequency of administration
b) Monitoring serum drug levels
c) Route of administration
d) Patient's age
Which medication is a common choice for treating hypertension in patients with heart failure?
a) Beta-blockers
b) Diuretics
c) ACE inhibitors
d) Antihistamines
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, What is the mechanism of action for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?
a) Inhibition of leukotriene synthesis
b) Blockade of dopamine receptors
c) Stimulation of prostaglandin release
d) Inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes
Identify the correct side effect associated with opioid analgesics.
a) Hypertension
b) Constipation
c) Insomnia
d) Rash
What is the main advantage of using selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) over older
antidepressants?
a) Faster onset of action
b) Fewer side effects
c) Lower cost
d) Greater efficacy
In which situation should the nurse question a prescription for a beta-blocker?
a) A patient with asthma
b) A patient with hypertension
c) A patient with bradycardia
d) A patient with anxiety
What is the purpose of using a loading dose in pharmacotherapy?
a) To maintain steady-state drug levels
b) To quickly achieve therapeutic drug levels
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