GALEN PHARM 2500 STUDY GUIDE 2026
VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ Midazolam MOA.
Answer: Enhances GABA at GABA-A receptors, producing CNS
depression (sedation, anxiolysis, and amnesia).
◉ Midazolam Adult Dosage.
Answer: 1-2.5 mg IV, repeat every 2 minutes, max dose 5 mg.
◉ Alprazolam Brand Name.
Answer: Xanax
◉ Alprazolam MOA.
Answer: Enhances GABAergic transmission in the brain, resulting in
anxiolytic, sedative, and muscle relaxant effects.
◉ Alprazolam Nursing Considerations.
Answer: Monitor for sedation and respiratory depression. Gradually
taper to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
,◉ Zolpidem Drug Class.
Answer: Non-benzodiazepine Hypnotic
◉ Zolpidem MOA.
Answer: Enhances GABA effects at GABA-A receptors, promoting
sleep without significant anxiolytic effects.
◉ Zolpidem Contraindications.
Answer: Hypersensitivity to zolpidem, history of sleepwalking or
complex sleep behaviors.
◉ Lidocaine Hydrochloride MOA.
Answer: Blocks sodium channels, preventing nerve impulse
transmission and producing local anesthesia.
◉ Lidocaine Hydrochloride Max Dose.
Answer: 300 mg
◉ Lidocaine Hydrochloride Nursing Considerations.
Answer: Monitor for CNS toxicity (e.g., confusion, seizures). Monitor
heart rate and ECG for arrhythmias, especially in high doses.
◉ Ibuprofen Drug Class.
, Answer: NSAID (Non-selective COX Inhibitor)
◉ Ibuprofen MOA.
Answer: Inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes, decreasing
prostaglandin production (anti-inflammatory, analgesic,
antipyretic).
◉ Ibuprofen Max Dose.
Answer: 3200 mg/day
◉ Celecoxib Drug Class.
Answer: NSAID (COX-2 Inhibitor)
◉ Celecoxib MOA.
Answer: Selectively inhibits COX-2, reducing inflammation and pain
without affecting COX-1.
◉ Aspirin Cardioprotection Dosage.
Answer: 81 mg/day
◉ Aspirin Contraindications.
Answer: Active GI bleeding, peptic ulcer disease, children with viral
infections (risk of Reye's syndrome).
VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ Midazolam MOA.
Answer: Enhances GABA at GABA-A receptors, producing CNS
depression (sedation, anxiolysis, and amnesia).
◉ Midazolam Adult Dosage.
Answer: 1-2.5 mg IV, repeat every 2 minutes, max dose 5 mg.
◉ Alprazolam Brand Name.
Answer: Xanax
◉ Alprazolam MOA.
Answer: Enhances GABAergic transmission in the brain, resulting in
anxiolytic, sedative, and muscle relaxant effects.
◉ Alprazolam Nursing Considerations.
Answer: Monitor for sedation and respiratory depression. Gradually
taper to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
,◉ Zolpidem Drug Class.
Answer: Non-benzodiazepine Hypnotic
◉ Zolpidem MOA.
Answer: Enhances GABA effects at GABA-A receptors, promoting
sleep without significant anxiolytic effects.
◉ Zolpidem Contraindications.
Answer: Hypersensitivity to zolpidem, history of sleepwalking or
complex sleep behaviors.
◉ Lidocaine Hydrochloride MOA.
Answer: Blocks sodium channels, preventing nerve impulse
transmission and producing local anesthesia.
◉ Lidocaine Hydrochloride Max Dose.
Answer: 300 mg
◉ Lidocaine Hydrochloride Nursing Considerations.
Answer: Monitor for CNS toxicity (e.g., confusion, seizures). Monitor
heart rate and ECG for arrhythmias, especially in high doses.
◉ Ibuprofen Drug Class.
, Answer: NSAID (Non-selective COX Inhibitor)
◉ Ibuprofen MOA.
Answer: Inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes, decreasing
prostaglandin production (anti-inflammatory, analgesic,
antipyretic).
◉ Ibuprofen Max Dose.
Answer: 3200 mg/day
◉ Celecoxib Drug Class.
Answer: NSAID (COX-2 Inhibitor)
◉ Celecoxib MOA.
Answer: Selectively inhibits COX-2, reducing inflammation and pain
without affecting COX-1.
◉ Aspirin Cardioprotection Dosage.
Answer: 81 mg/day
◉ Aspirin Contraindications.
Answer: Active GI bleeding, peptic ulcer disease, children with viral
infections (risk of Reye's syndrome).
