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NSG 322 Exam 4
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 |
Comprehensive Exam
Questions
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
168 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 168 verified questions with correct answers provided, focusing on
pharmacology and nursing considerations. Each item pairs a question with an accurate
answer, ensuring comprehensive understanding of critical concepts. It is suitable for exam
preparation, course review, and certification study, allowing students to reinforce their
knowledge and enhance their readiness for professional assessments.
CONTENTS
• Benzodiazepines • Antipsychotics
• Alcohol Withdrawal • Alcohol Use Disorder Medications
• Opioid Use Disorder • Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Page 1
, • Aggression Management • Substance Intoxication Treatments
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 168
What is the medication class of lorazepam (Ativan)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Benzodiazepine.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 168
What is lorazepam (Ativan) primarily used for?
CORRECT ANSWER
Acute agitation, alcohol withdrawal, severe anxiety, and seizure prevention.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 168
What is the priority nursing consideration for lorazepam (Ativan)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Monitor respiratory status, sedation, and fall risk.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 168
What is the medication class of diazepam (Valium)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Benzodiazepine.
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, Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 168
What is diazepam (Valium) primarily used for?
CORRECT ANSWER
Alcohol withdrawal, severe agitation, withdrawal seizures, and delirium tremens.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 168
What is the priority nursing consideration for diazepam (Valium)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Monitor for respiratory depression, sedation, and medication accumulation.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 168
What is the medication class of chlordiazepoxide (Librium)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Long-acting benzodiazepine.
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 168
What is chlordiazepoxide (Librium) primarily used for?
CORRECT ANSWER
Mild-to-moderate alcohol withdrawal and prevention of worsening withdrawal.
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 168
What is the priority nursing consideration for chlordiazepoxide (Librium)?
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, CORRECT ANSWER
Monitor for oversedation and use caution with older adults and liver impairment.
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 168
What is the medication class of alprazolam (Xanax)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Benzodiazepine.
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 168
What is alprazolam (Xanax) primarily used for?
CORRECT ANSWER
Anxiety that contributes to aggression.
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 168
What is the priority nursing consideration for alprazolam (Xanax)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Monitor for paradoxical agitation, sedation, and dependence.
Q13 QUESTION 13 OF 168
Can haloperidol replace benzodiazepines during alcohol withdrawal?
CORRECT ANSWER
No. It may treat agitation or hallucinations but does not prevent withdrawal seizures or delirium
tremens.
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NSG 322 Exam 4
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 |
Comprehensive Exam
Questions
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
168 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 168 verified questions with correct answers provided, focusing on
pharmacology and nursing considerations. Each item pairs a question with an accurate
answer, ensuring comprehensive understanding of critical concepts. It is suitable for exam
preparation, course review, and certification study, allowing students to reinforce their
knowledge and enhance their readiness for professional assessments.
CONTENTS
• Benzodiazepines • Antipsychotics
• Alcohol Withdrawal • Alcohol Use Disorder Medications
• Opioid Use Disorder • Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Page 1
, • Aggression Management • Substance Intoxication Treatments
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 168
What is the medication class of lorazepam (Ativan)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Benzodiazepine.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 168
What is lorazepam (Ativan) primarily used for?
CORRECT ANSWER
Acute agitation, alcohol withdrawal, severe anxiety, and seizure prevention.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 168
What is the priority nursing consideration for lorazepam (Ativan)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Monitor respiratory status, sedation, and fall risk.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 168
What is the medication class of diazepam (Valium)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Benzodiazepine.
Page 2
, Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 168
What is diazepam (Valium) primarily used for?
CORRECT ANSWER
Alcohol withdrawal, severe agitation, withdrawal seizures, and delirium tremens.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 168
What is the priority nursing consideration for diazepam (Valium)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Monitor for respiratory depression, sedation, and medication accumulation.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 168
What is the medication class of chlordiazepoxide (Librium)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Long-acting benzodiazepine.
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 168
What is chlordiazepoxide (Librium) primarily used for?
CORRECT ANSWER
Mild-to-moderate alcohol withdrawal and prevention of worsening withdrawal.
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 168
What is the priority nursing consideration for chlordiazepoxide (Librium)?
Page 3
, CORRECT ANSWER
Monitor for oversedation and use caution with older adults and liver impairment.
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 168
What is the medication class of alprazolam (Xanax)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Benzodiazepine.
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 168
What is alprazolam (Xanax) primarily used for?
CORRECT ANSWER
Anxiety that contributes to aggression.
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 168
What is the priority nursing consideration for alprazolam (Xanax)?
CORRECT ANSWER
Monitor for paradoxical agitation, sedation, and dependence.
Q13 QUESTION 13 OF 168
Can haloperidol replace benzodiazepines during alcohol withdrawal?
CORRECT ANSWER
No. It may treat agitation or hallucinations but does not prevent withdrawal seizures or delirium
tremens.
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