PHARMACOLOGY EXAM 1
PRACTICE QUESTIONS 157
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS 2026 EXAM
The nurse instructs a patient about taking Levothyroxine [Synthroid].
Which statement by the patient indicates the teaching has been
effective?
A. "To prevent an upset stomach, I will take the drug with food."
B. "If I have chest pain or insomnia, I should call my doctor."
C. "This medication can be taken with an antacid."
D. "The drug should be taken before I go to bed at night." - ANSWER-
B. "If I have chest pain or insomnia, I should call my doctor."
A patient with hyperthyroidism is taking propylthiouracil (PTU).
,It is most important for the nurse to assess the patient for which adverse
effects?
A. Gingival hyperplasia and dysphagia
B. Dyspnea and a dry cough
C. Blurred vision and nystagmus
D. Fever and sore throat - ANSWER- D. Fever and sore throat
A patient takes levothyroxine [Synthroid] 0.75 mg every day. It is most
appropriate for the nurse to monitor which laboratory test to determine
whether the medication is effective?
A. Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)
B. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
C. Serum free T4 test
D. Serum iodine level - ANSWER- B. Thyroid-stimulating hormone
(TSH)
A patient with which condition would most likely be prescribed a
glucocorticoid in low doses for replacement therapy?
A. Addison's disease
B. Rheumatoid arthritis
C. Systemic lupus erythematosus
D. Cushing's syndrome - ANSWER- A. Addison's disease
,The nurse teaches a patient with Addison's disease about hydrocortisone
replacement therapy. Which statement, made by the patient, indicates
that the teaching was effective?
A. "I can expect my blood sugar levels to be high."
B. "If I become ill, the dose needs to be reduced."
C. "It's important to take the medication at bedtime."
D. "I should keep an emergency supply of this drug available at all
times." - ANSWER- D. "I should keep an emergency supply of this
drug available at all times."
The nurse cares for a patient with primary hypoaldosteronism who took
excessive doses of fludrocortisone [Florinef]. It is most important for the
nurse to assess the patient for what?
A. Increased urine output and bradycardia
B. Muscle weakness and an irregular heartbeat
C. Hypotension and poor skin turgor
D. Weight loss and hyperactive reflexes - ANSWER- B. Muscle
weakness and an irregular heartbeat
Type I DM is characterized by - ANSWER- pancreatic beta cell
destruction resulting in severe or absolute insulin deficiency
, Type II DM is characterized by - ANSWER- tissue resistance to the
action of insulin combined with a relative deficiency in insulin
secretion
Uncontrolled type II DM can lead to - ANSWER- nonketotic
hyperosmolar coma
Gestational Diabetes is associated with developing what type of diabetes
later in life? - ANSWER- Type II DM
Early symptoms of hypoglycemia include: - ANSWER- hunger, fatigue,
weakness, nervousness, sweating
Later signs of hypoglycemia include: - ANSWER- headache, sudden
behavior change, confusion, passing out
Early signs of hyperglycemia include: - ANSWER- thirst, hunger,
polyuria, fatigue, nausea
Later/severe signs of hyperglycemia include: - ANSWER- blurry vision,
dizziness, acetone breath
What level blood sugar is hypoglycemia defined as? - ANSWER- < 70
mg/dl
PRACTICE QUESTIONS 157
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS 2026 EXAM
The nurse instructs a patient about taking Levothyroxine [Synthroid].
Which statement by the patient indicates the teaching has been
effective?
A. "To prevent an upset stomach, I will take the drug with food."
B. "If I have chest pain or insomnia, I should call my doctor."
C. "This medication can be taken with an antacid."
D. "The drug should be taken before I go to bed at night." - ANSWER-
B. "If I have chest pain or insomnia, I should call my doctor."
A patient with hyperthyroidism is taking propylthiouracil (PTU).
,It is most important for the nurse to assess the patient for which adverse
effects?
A. Gingival hyperplasia and dysphagia
B. Dyspnea and a dry cough
C. Blurred vision and nystagmus
D. Fever and sore throat - ANSWER- D. Fever and sore throat
A patient takes levothyroxine [Synthroid] 0.75 mg every day. It is most
appropriate for the nurse to monitor which laboratory test to determine
whether the medication is effective?
A. Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)
B. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
C. Serum free T4 test
D. Serum iodine level - ANSWER- B. Thyroid-stimulating hormone
(TSH)
A patient with which condition would most likely be prescribed a
glucocorticoid in low doses for replacement therapy?
A. Addison's disease
B. Rheumatoid arthritis
C. Systemic lupus erythematosus
D. Cushing's syndrome - ANSWER- A. Addison's disease
,The nurse teaches a patient with Addison's disease about hydrocortisone
replacement therapy. Which statement, made by the patient, indicates
that the teaching was effective?
A. "I can expect my blood sugar levels to be high."
B. "If I become ill, the dose needs to be reduced."
C. "It's important to take the medication at bedtime."
D. "I should keep an emergency supply of this drug available at all
times." - ANSWER- D. "I should keep an emergency supply of this
drug available at all times."
The nurse cares for a patient with primary hypoaldosteronism who took
excessive doses of fludrocortisone [Florinef]. It is most important for the
nurse to assess the patient for what?
A. Increased urine output and bradycardia
B. Muscle weakness and an irregular heartbeat
C. Hypotension and poor skin turgor
D. Weight loss and hyperactive reflexes - ANSWER- B. Muscle
weakness and an irregular heartbeat
Type I DM is characterized by - ANSWER- pancreatic beta cell
destruction resulting in severe or absolute insulin deficiency
, Type II DM is characterized by - ANSWER- tissue resistance to the
action of insulin combined with a relative deficiency in insulin
secretion
Uncontrolled type II DM can lead to - ANSWER- nonketotic
hyperosmolar coma
Gestational Diabetes is associated with developing what type of diabetes
later in life? - ANSWER- Type II DM
Early symptoms of hypoglycemia include: - ANSWER- hunger, fatigue,
weakness, nervousness, sweating
Later signs of hypoglycemia include: - ANSWER- headache, sudden
behavior change, confusion, passing out
Early signs of hyperglycemia include: - ANSWER- thirst, hunger,
polyuria, fatigue, nausea
Later/severe signs of hyperglycemia include: - ANSWER- blurry vision,
dizziness, acetone breath
What level blood sugar is hypoglycemia defined as? - ANSWER- < 70
mg/dl
