ATI RN PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM 2 nd REVIEW SOLUTIONS 2024
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ATI RN PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM
2
nd REVIEW SOLUTIONS
1. What is the primary action of H-1 antihistamines?
o A) Dilate the nasal passages
o B) Constrict nasal cavity blood vessels
o C) Increase nasal secretions
o D) Decrease blood pressure
Answer: B) Constrict nasal cavity blood vessels
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ATI RN PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM
2nd REVIEW SOLUTIONS
1. What is the primary action of H-1 antihistamines?
o A) Dilate the nasal passages
o B) Constrict nasal cavity blood vessels
o C) Increase nasal secretions
o D) Decrease blood pressure
Answer: B) Constrict nasal cavity blood vessels
2. Which of the following is a first-generation antihistamine?
o A) Fexofenadine
o B) Loratadine
o C) Diphenhydramine
o D) Cetirizine
Answer: C) Diphenhydramine
3. What are common side effects of first-generation antihistamines like
Diphenhydramine?
o A) Headache and insomnia
o B) Drowsiness and dry mouth
o C) Increased appetite and weight gain
o D) Diarrhea and abdominal pain
Answer: B) Drowsiness and dry mouth
4. When should caution be exercised with first-generation antihistamines?
o A) Clients with diabetes
o B) Clients with glaucoma
o C) Clients with asthma
o D) Clients with high blood pressure
Answer: B) Clients with glaucoma
5. Which of the following are second-generation antihistamines?
o A) Diphenhydramine and Cetirizine
o B) Fexofenadine and Loratadine
o C) Promethazine and Cyproheptadine
o D) Chlorpheniramine and Clemastine
Answer: B) Fexofenadine and Loratadine
6. Compared to first-generation antihistamines, second-generation antihistamines have:
o A) More drowsiness
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o B) Fewer anticholinergic effects
o C) Higher risk of addiction
o D) Stronger sedation effects
Answer: B) Fewer anticholinergic effects
7. What is the main action of sympathomimetic medications?
o A) Increase blood flow to the nasal passages
o B) Stimulate alpha-adrenergic receptors, causing vasoconstriction
o C) Decrease heart rate
o D) Reduce blood glucose levels
Answer: B) Stimulate alpha-adrenergic receptors, causing vasoconstriction
8. Which of the following are examples of sympathomimetics?
o A) Loratadine and Cetirizine
o B) Ephedrine and Phenylephrine
o C) Diphenhydramine and Promethazine
o D) Albuterol and Salmeterol
Answer: B) Ephedrine and Phenylephrine
9. What is a potential side effect of sympathomimetics like pseudoephedrine?
o A) Drowsiness and fatigue
o B) Increased heart rate and jitteriness
o C) Low blood pressure and dizziness
o D) Decreased appetite and weight loss
Answer: B) Increased heart rate and jitteriness
10. How should patients be advised to use nasal sympathomimetics to avoid rebound
congestion?
o A) Use for no more than 5 days
o B) Apply as needed for severe congestion
o C) Use 1 puff every hour
o D) Use consistently for chronic congestion
Answer: A) Use for no more than 5 days
11. What is the primary use of intranasal glucocorticoids?
o A) Treat bacterial infections
o B) Decrease nasal inflammation in allergic rhinitis
o C) Increase nasal mucus production
o D) Treat viral infections
Answer: B) Decrease nasal inflammation in allergic rhinitis
12. Which of the following are examples of intranasal glucocorticoids?
o A) Albuterol and Salmeterol
o B) Beclomethasone and Fluticasone
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o C) Diphenhydramine and Loratadine
o D) Phenylephrine and Ephedrine
Answer: B) Beclomethasone and Fluticasone
13. Which side effect should be monitored in clients using intranasal glucocorticoids long-
term?
o A) Weight loss
o B) Weight gain and increased blood glucose
o C) Dehydration
o D) Low blood pressure
Answer: B) Weight gain and increased blood glucose
14. What is the main action of antitussive medications?
o A) Increase mucus production
o B) Suppress the cough reflex in the medulla
o C) Dilate the airways
o D) Increase bronchial secretions
Answer: B) Suppress the cough reflex in the medulla
15. Which of the following are examples of antitussives?
o A) Codeine and Dextromethorphan
o B) Albuterol and Guaifenesin
o C) Diphenhydramine and Loratadine
o D) Phenylephrine and Ephedrine
Answer: A) Codeine and Dextromethorphan
16. Which side effect is common with the use of antitussive medications?
o A) Increased energy
o B) Nausea, drowsiness, and sedation
o C) Increased blood pressure
o D) Weight gain
Answer: B) Nausea, drowsiness, and sedation
17. What is the primary action of expectorants?
o A) Suppress the cough reflex
o B) Loosen and thin bronchial secretions
o C) Decrease mucus production
o D) Constrict the airways
Answer: B) Loosen and thin bronchial secretions
18. Which of the following is a common expectorant medication?
o A) Codeine
o B) Guaifenesin
o C) Loratadine
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