NUR2474 / NUR 2474 Pharmacology
for Professional Nursing Exam 1
Review Questions & Answers (Latest
) - Rasmussen
Question:
Atropine
Answer:
ANTICHOLINERGIC
Given PREOPERATIVELY (decreases secretions
Reversal of adverse muscarinic effects (cholinergic)
Inhibits action of acetylcholine in smooth muscle, secretory glands, CNS
ANTICHOLINERGIC
Question:
Atarax Assessment/ Contraindications
Answer:
Contraindications: hypersensitivity, QT interval prolongation
Assessment: profound sedation, provide safety, mental status, nausea,
vomiting
,Question:
Atropine Assessment/ Contraindications
Answer:
Contraindications: hypersensitivity, angle closure glaucoma, acute
hemorrhage
Assessment: vital signs, ECG, intake/output, abdominal distention, bowel
sounds
Pregnancy Class C
Question:
Atropine (dosage)
Answer:
0.6-12 mg (adults)
Question:
Atropine Antidote
Answer:
physostigmine
,Question:
Atropine Side Effects
Answer:
S/E: drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, tachycardia, palpitations, dry
mouth
Question:
Atarax (hydroxyzine)
Answer:
Treats anxiety (USED preoperatively for sedation), nausea, vomiting
Acts as CNS depressant, ANTICHOLINERGIC, antihistaminic properties
Question:
Atarax (dosage)
Answer:
antianxiety: 25-100 mg (600 mg/day MAX)
preoperative sedation: 50-100 mg (single dose)
, Question:
Atarax Side Effects
Answer:
S/E: drowsiness, agitation, ataxia, dizziness, headache, weakness, QT
interval prolongation, wheezing, dry mouth, constipation
Question:
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors
Answer:
Promote the accumulation of acetylcholine, resulting in prolonged
cholinergic effects
Question:
Cholinesterase inhibitors
Answer:
These enzymes destroy acetylcholine, the cholinergic neurotransmitter;
Question:
Neostigmine
Answer:
a drug that inhibits the activity of acetylcholinesterase
for Professional Nursing Exam 1
Review Questions & Answers (Latest
) - Rasmussen
Question:
Atropine
Answer:
ANTICHOLINERGIC
Given PREOPERATIVELY (decreases secretions
Reversal of adverse muscarinic effects (cholinergic)
Inhibits action of acetylcholine in smooth muscle, secretory glands, CNS
ANTICHOLINERGIC
Question:
Atarax Assessment/ Contraindications
Answer:
Contraindications: hypersensitivity, QT interval prolongation
Assessment: profound sedation, provide safety, mental status, nausea,
vomiting
,Question:
Atropine Assessment/ Contraindications
Answer:
Contraindications: hypersensitivity, angle closure glaucoma, acute
hemorrhage
Assessment: vital signs, ECG, intake/output, abdominal distention, bowel
sounds
Pregnancy Class C
Question:
Atropine (dosage)
Answer:
0.6-12 mg (adults)
Question:
Atropine Antidote
Answer:
physostigmine
,Question:
Atropine Side Effects
Answer:
S/E: drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, tachycardia, palpitations, dry
mouth
Question:
Atarax (hydroxyzine)
Answer:
Treats anxiety (USED preoperatively for sedation), nausea, vomiting
Acts as CNS depressant, ANTICHOLINERGIC, antihistaminic properties
Question:
Atarax (dosage)
Answer:
antianxiety: 25-100 mg (600 mg/day MAX)
preoperative sedation: 50-100 mg (single dose)
, Question:
Atarax Side Effects
Answer:
S/E: drowsiness, agitation, ataxia, dizziness, headache, weakness, QT
interval prolongation, wheezing, dry mouth, constipation
Question:
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors
Answer:
Promote the accumulation of acetylcholine, resulting in prolonged
cholinergic effects
Question:
Cholinesterase inhibitors
Answer:
These enzymes destroy acetylcholine, the cholinergic neurotransmitter;
Question:
Neostigmine
Answer:
a drug that inhibits the activity of acetylcholinesterase
