NURS 8024 TEST 1 EXAM QUESTIONS
AND VERIFIED ANSWER; 100%
CORRECT; 2026- 2027 UPDATE
How are dermatologic formulations classified? - correct
answer- According to their vehicle, such as tinctures,
lotions, gels, aerosols, powders, pastes, creams, foams, and
ointments.
How can healthcare providers ensure effective communication?
- correct answer- By avoiding medical jargon and
checking for understanding with the patient.
How can healthcare providers improve communication with
patients who have limited health literacy? - correct
answer- By using clear, simple language and visual tools to
convey information.
How do bulk laxatives work? - correct answer- They
increase bulk and moisture content of stool, stimulating
peristalsis.
,How do lipid-soluble drugs penetrate the CNS? - correct
answer- By dissolving in the membrane of the endothelial
cells.
How do phase II reactions affect drug metabolism? - correct
answer- They increase solubility and facilitate the
excretion of metabolites from the body.
How do PPIs compare to H2 antagonists in terms of gastric acid
suppression? - correct answer- PPIs are superior for
gastric acid suppression and healing peptic ulcers.
How does a large volume of distribution affect drug half-life? -
correct answer- It increases half-life and extends the
duration of action.
How does aging affect drug absorption in geriatrics? -
correct answer- Absorption is usually not affected due
to a large GI surface area, but compounds requiring active
transport may have delayed absorption due to decreased blood
flow.
,How does aging affect the blood-brain barrier? - correct
answer- Changes in the blood-brain barrier may allow fat-
soluble drugs to permeate the brain more easily.
How does aging affect the pharmacokinetics of inhalation
anesthetics? - correct answer- Declines in respiratory
capacity can lead to decreased elimination of volatile drugs.
How does food affect drug absorption? - correct answer-
Food can delay absorption by affecting gastric emptying and
contact time with the absorptive surface.
How does hydration affect drug absorption? - correct
answer- Drug absorption increases with hydration, which
can be achieved through occlusion or using lipophilic occlusive
vehicles.
How does limited health literacy affect understanding of hospital
discharge instructions? - correct answer- Patients may
misinterpret or fail to follow discharge instructions, leading to
readmissions.
, How does Minoxidil affect hair loss? - correct answer-
Its effect is not permanent; cessation of treatment leads to hair
loss in 4-6 months.
How does regional variation affect drug penetration in the skin?
- correct answer- Areas like the scrotum, face, axilla,
and scalp are more permeable than the forearm.
How does somatostatin affect gastric acid production? -
correct answer- Somatostatin diminishes gastric acid
production by inhibiting gastrin release.
How does the absorption of topical corticosteroids vary? -
correct answer- Absorption is significantly increased in
inflamed skin and varies by anatomic region.
How does the blood-brain barrier differ in premature infants? -
correct answer- It has increased permeability.
How does the gastric emptying time in premature infants
compare to older children? - correct answer-
Premature infants have prolonged gastric emptying.
AND VERIFIED ANSWER; 100%
CORRECT; 2026- 2027 UPDATE
How are dermatologic formulations classified? - correct
answer- According to their vehicle, such as tinctures,
lotions, gels, aerosols, powders, pastes, creams, foams, and
ointments.
How can healthcare providers ensure effective communication?
- correct answer- By avoiding medical jargon and
checking for understanding with the patient.
How can healthcare providers improve communication with
patients who have limited health literacy? - correct
answer- By using clear, simple language and visual tools to
convey information.
How do bulk laxatives work? - correct answer- They
increase bulk and moisture content of stool, stimulating
peristalsis.
,How do lipid-soluble drugs penetrate the CNS? - correct
answer- By dissolving in the membrane of the endothelial
cells.
How do phase II reactions affect drug metabolism? - correct
answer- They increase solubility and facilitate the
excretion of metabolites from the body.
How do PPIs compare to H2 antagonists in terms of gastric acid
suppression? - correct answer- PPIs are superior for
gastric acid suppression and healing peptic ulcers.
How does a large volume of distribution affect drug half-life? -
correct answer- It increases half-life and extends the
duration of action.
How does aging affect drug absorption in geriatrics? -
correct answer- Absorption is usually not affected due
to a large GI surface area, but compounds requiring active
transport may have delayed absorption due to decreased blood
flow.
,How does aging affect the blood-brain barrier? - correct
answer- Changes in the blood-brain barrier may allow fat-
soluble drugs to permeate the brain more easily.
How does aging affect the pharmacokinetics of inhalation
anesthetics? - correct answer- Declines in respiratory
capacity can lead to decreased elimination of volatile drugs.
How does food affect drug absorption? - correct answer-
Food can delay absorption by affecting gastric emptying and
contact time with the absorptive surface.
How does hydration affect drug absorption? - correct
answer- Drug absorption increases with hydration, which
can be achieved through occlusion or using lipophilic occlusive
vehicles.
How does limited health literacy affect understanding of hospital
discharge instructions? - correct answer- Patients may
misinterpret or fail to follow discharge instructions, leading to
readmissions.
, How does Minoxidil affect hair loss? - correct answer-
Its effect is not permanent; cessation of treatment leads to hair
loss in 4-6 months.
How does regional variation affect drug penetration in the skin?
- correct answer- Areas like the scrotum, face, axilla,
and scalp are more permeable than the forearm.
How does somatostatin affect gastric acid production? -
correct answer- Somatostatin diminishes gastric acid
production by inhibiting gastrin release.
How does the absorption of topical corticosteroids vary? -
correct answer- Absorption is significantly increased in
inflamed skin and varies by anatomic region.
How does the blood-brain barrier differ in premature infants? -
correct answer- It has increased permeability.
How does the gastric emptying time in premature infants
compare to older children? - correct answer-
Premature infants have prolonged gastric emptying.
