BIO 351 Portage Module 8 Pharmacology Exam 2026 |
Complete Study Guide | Graded A+
1. The patient has been started on an antipsychotic medication and asks the
nurse how they will recognize tardive dyskinesia. Which of the following best
describes this side effect?
Uncontrollable movements, chewing or jaw tightening
A focal seizure without loss of consciousness
Skin eruptions, similar to hives, that are red and raised
Unsteady gait, difficulty with balance
2. Which of the following best explains the proposed mechanism of drug action
of NSAIDs?
COX-1 inhibition
COX-2 inhibition
Inhibition of prostaglandin biosynthesis
All of the above
3. Which medication is indicated for the management of fibromyalgia?
Methylphenidate hydrochloride
Milnacipran hydrochloride
Methocarbamol
Metaxalone
4. A patient with bipolar disorder is experiencing a manic episode. Which
medication would be most appropriate to stabilize their mood?
, Lithium
Fluoxetine
Morphine
Ibuprofen
5. In a clinical scenario where a patient presents with signs of inflammation,
what would be the most appropriate initial treatment approach?
Administer NSAIDs to reduce inflammation and pain.
Prescribe antibiotics to combat infection.
Recommend complete bed rest without medication.
Increase the patient's physical activity immediately.
6. If a patient is prescribed buspirone but only takes it sporadically, what
potential impact could this have on their anxiety management?
It will cause an immediate reduction in anxiety levels.
It may lead to inadequate control of anxiety symptoms.
It will enhance the effectiveness of the medication.
It will have no effect on anxiety management.
7. Describe the role of mu, kappa, and delta receptors in the action of opioids.
Mu, kappa, and delta receptors are involved in mediating the
analgesic effects of opioids and influence pain perception.
These receptors are primarily responsible for the side effects of
NSAIDs.
Mu, kappa, and delta receptors are unrelated to pain management.
These receptors only affect mental health medications.
,8. What is the first response of the body to injury called?
inflammation
anaphylaxis
assault
fever
9. Describe the relationship between tardive dyskinesia and long-term use of
antipsychotic medications.
Tardive dyskinesia is unrelated to medication use and is purely genetic.
Tardive dyskinesia is a symptom of acute anxiety disorders.
Tardive dyskinesia is a side effect that can occur after prolonged
use of antipsychotic medications, characterized by involuntary
movements.
Tardive dyskinesia is a condition that improves with increased dosage
of antipsychotic medications.
10. If a patient with autism is experiencing severe behavioral issues, how might
aripiprazole be beneficial in their treatment plan?
It will increase pain sensitivity in the patient.
It will eliminate all symptoms of autism.
It may help reduce irritability and improve overall behavior.
It will have no effect on behavioral symptoms.
11. A symptom of Fibromyalgia is:
Widespread Pain
Fatigue
, Cognitive difficulties
All of the above
12. Describe how benzodiazepines function in the treatment of anxiety and
provide another condition they can help manage.
Benzodiazepines inhibit norepinephrine to reduce stress; they are
also used for anxiety.
Benzodiazepines block serotonin receptors to alleviate depression;
they are also effective for chronic pain.
Benzodiazepines increase dopamine levels to improve mood; they
can also treat bipolar disorder.
Benzodiazepines enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter GABA,
which helps reduce anxiety; they can also be used to treat
insomnia.
13. Fibromyalgia is a chronic musculoskeletal disorder characterized by ____.
Neurologic pain in the skeletal muscles.
Muscle pain in the back and gastrointestinal symptoms.
Diffuse pain, fatigue, and tender joints.
Pain resulting from joint and muscle inflammation.
14. Which medication is commonly prescribed for managing fibromyalgia
symptoms?
Oxycodone
Amitriptyline
Ibuprofen
Complete Study Guide | Graded A+
1. The patient has been started on an antipsychotic medication and asks the
nurse how they will recognize tardive dyskinesia. Which of the following best
describes this side effect?
Uncontrollable movements, chewing or jaw tightening
A focal seizure without loss of consciousness
Skin eruptions, similar to hives, that are red and raised
Unsteady gait, difficulty with balance
2. Which of the following best explains the proposed mechanism of drug action
of NSAIDs?
COX-1 inhibition
COX-2 inhibition
Inhibition of prostaglandin biosynthesis
All of the above
3. Which medication is indicated for the management of fibromyalgia?
Methylphenidate hydrochloride
Milnacipran hydrochloride
Methocarbamol
Metaxalone
4. A patient with bipolar disorder is experiencing a manic episode. Which
medication would be most appropriate to stabilize their mood?
, Lithium
Fluoxetine
Morphine
Ibuprofen
5. In a clinical scenario where a patient presents with signs of inflammation,
what would be the most appropriate initial treatment approach?
Administer NSAIDs to reduce inflammation and pain.
Prescribe antibiotics to combat infection.
Recommend complete bed rest without medication.
Increase the patient's physical activity immediately.
6. If a patient is prescribed buspirone but only takes it sporadically, what
potential impact could this have on their anxiety management?
It will cause an immediate reduction in anxiety levels.
It may lead to inadequate control of anxiety symptoms.
It will enhance the effectiveness of the medication.
It will have no effect on anxiety management.
7. Describe the role of mu, kappa, and delta receptors in the action of opioids.
Mu, kappa, and delta receptors are involved in mediating the
analgesic effects of opioids and influence pain perception.
These receptors are primarily responsible for the side effects of
NSAIDs.
Mu, kappa, and delta receptors are unrelated to pain management.
These receptors only affect mental health medications.
,8. What is the first response of the body to injury called?
inflammation
anaphylaxis
assault
fever
9. Describe the relationship between tardive dyskinesia and long-term use of
antipsychotic medications.
Tardive dyskinesia is unrelated to medication use and is purely genetic.
Tardive dyskinesia is a symptom of acute anxiety disorders.
Tardive dyskinesia is a side effect that can occur after prolonged
use of antipsychotic medications, characterized by involuntary
movements.
Tardive dyskinesia is a condition that improves with increased dosage
of antipsychotic medications.
10. If a patient with autism is experiencing severe behavioral issues, how might
aripiprazole be beneficial in their treatment plan?
It will increase pain sensitivity in the patient.
It will eliminate all symptoms of autism.
It may help reduce irritability and improve overall behavior.
It will have no effect on behavioral symptoms.
11. A symptom of Fibromyalgia is:
Widespread Pain
Fatigue
, Cognitive difficulties
All of the above
12. Describe how benzodiazepines function in the treatment of anxiety and
provide another condition they can help manage.
Benzodiazepines inhibit norepinephrine to reduce stress; they are
also used for anxiety.
Benzodiazepines block serotonin receptors to alleviate depression;
they are also effective for chronic pain.
Benzodiazepines increase dopamine levels to improve mood; they
can also treat bipolar disorder.
Benzodiazepines enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter GABA,
which helps reduce anxiety; they can also be used to treat
insomnia.
13. Fibromyalgia is a chronic musculoskeletal disorder characterized by ____.
Neurologic pain in the skeletal muscles.
Muscle pain in the back and gastrointestinal symptoms.
Diffuse pain, fatigue, and tender joints.
Pain resulting from joint and muscle inflammation.
14. Which medication is commonly prescribed for managing fibromyalgia
symptoms?
Oxycodone
Amitriptyline
Ibuprofen
