HESI Review - Pharmacology Questions and Answers (100% Correct Answers) Already Graded A+

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HESI Review - Pharmacology
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Rivastigmine (Exelon) Ans: -Alzheimer's disease
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-Decreases dementia
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-Contraindicated in asthma/COPD
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-Side effects: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia

-Administer with food


Codeine Ans: -Antitussive drug

-Used for cough suppression


-Side effects: confusion & sedation


-Safety: Tell patient to ask for help with ambulation


Fluconazole (Diflucan) Ans: -Antifungal


-Monitor liver function tests before & during therapy


Ferrous Sulfate Ans: -Iron supplement

-Treats iron-deficiency anemia

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-Liquid procedure: Take on an empty stomach; mix with water
or juice and drink from a straw to prevent stained teeth


Tiotropium (Spiriva) Ans: -Anticholinergic


-Long-term maintenance of asthma/COPD


Ketorolac (Toradol) Ans: -NSAID


-Decreases pain
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-Contraindicated in cardiovascular disease
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-Side effects: drowsiness


Leukotriene Modifiers (Singulair) Ans: -Used for long-term
treatment of asthma


-Tell patients to take Singulair at night


H2 antagonists Ans: -Ex: Cimetidine, Ranitidine, Famotidine

-Used for GERD, heartburn, & ulcers


Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) Ans: -Antibiotic


-Teach patient to stay out of sunlight


-Teach patient to avoid antacids, milk, dairy


-Drug interactions: Warfarin

Isotretinoin Ans: -Used for acne