CAPSTONE PHARM PRE ASSESSMENT NEWEST
2024 ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES (VERIFIED
ANSWERS)
A client is prescribed propranolol. Which of the following client
history findings would require the nurse to clarify this medication
prescription?
• A) Hypertension
• B) Asthma
• C) Urolithiasis
• D) Tachydysrhythmias
Answer: B) Asthma
Which of the following should the nurse include in client teaching
related to montelukast?
• A) Take the medication once daily at bedtime
• B) This medication is for acute management of asthma
• C) Avoid dairy products while taking this medication
• D) If a dose is missed, double up the next day
Answer: A) Take the medication once daily at bedtime
The pharmacologic action of methylprednisolone includes:
• A) Suppression of beta2 receptors
, • B) Suppression of airway mucus production
• C) Fortification of bones
• D) Suppression of candidiasis
Answer: B) Suppression of airway mucus production
After administering the wrong medication to a client, the nurse
should:
• A) Report the error to the provider
• B) No action is needed
• C) Inform the client of the error
• D) Ignore the error
Answer: A) Report the error to the provider
Which of the following is the correct instruction for a client taking
doxazosin mesylate for the first time?
• A) Avoid dairy products
• B) Change positions slowly and lie down if dizziness occurs
• C) Continue normal activities without restrictions
• D) Avoid green leafy vegetables
Answer: B) Change positions slowly and lie down if dizziness
occurs
What advice should a nurse provide to a client prescribed ferrous
sulfate for anemia?
• A) Take the medication on an empty stomach to maximize
absorption
• B) Notify your provider if stools turn dark green
, • C) Decrease dietary fiber intake
• D) Take antacids at the same time
Answer: A) Take the medication on an empty stomach to
maximize absorption
A client prescribed levothyroxine should take it:
• A) As needed for symptom relief
• B) In divided doses throughout the day
• C) In the morning to prevent insomnia
• D) On a full stomach
Answer: C) In the morning to prevent insomnia
Which of the following are signs of digitalis toxicity?
• A) Anorexia and weakness
• B) Hyperactivity and hunger
• C) Tachycardia and increased urination
• D) Polyphagia and polydipsia
Answer: A) Anorexia and weakness
An adverse effect of metoclopramide that requires stopping the
medication is:
• A) Insomnia
• B) Restlessness or spasms of the face or neck
• C) Urinary frequency
• D) Constipation
Answer: B) Restlessness or spasms of the face or neck
2024 ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES (VERIFIED
ANSWERS)
A client is prescribed propranolol. Which of the following client
history findings would require the nurse to clarify this medication
prescription?
• A) Hypertension
• B) Asthma
• C) Urolithiasis
• D) Tachydysrhythmias
Answer: B) Asthma
Which of the following should the nurse include in client teaching
related to montelukast?
• A) Take the medication once daily at bedtime
• B) This medication is for acute management of asthma
• C) Avoid dairy products while taking this medication
• D) If a dose is missed, double up the next day
Answer: A) Take the medication once daily at bedtime
The pharmacologic action of methylprednisolone includes:
• A) Suppression of beta2 receptors
, • B) Suppression of airway mucus production
• C) Fortification of bones
• D) Suppression of candidiasis
Answer: B) Suppression of airway mucus production
After administering the wrong medication to a client, the nurse
should:
• A) Report the error to the provider
• B) No action is needed
• C) Inform the client of the error
• D) Ignore the error
Answer: A) Report the error to the provider
Which of the following is the correct instruction for a client taking
doxazosin mesylate for the first time?
• A) Avoid dairy products
• B) Change positions slowly and lie down if dizziness occurs
• C) Continue normal activities without restrictions
• D) Avoid green leafy vegetables
Answer: B) Change positions slowly and lie down if dizziness
occurs
What advice should a nurse provide to a client prescribed ferrous
sulfate for anemia?
• A) Take the medication on an empty stomach to maximize
absorption
• B) Notify your provider if stools turn dark green
, • C) Decrease dietary fiber intake
• D) Take antacids at the same time
Answer: A) Take the medication on an empty stomach to
maximize absorption
A client prescribed levothyroxine should take it:
• A) As needed for symptom relief
• B) In divided doses throughout the day
• C) In the morning to prevent insomnia
• D) On a full stomach
Answer: C) In the morning to prevent insomnia
Which of the following are signs of digitalis toxicity?
• A) Anorexia and weakness
• B) Hyperactivity and hunger
• C) Tachycardia and increased urination
• D) Polyphagia and polydipsia
Answer: A) Anorexia and weakness
An adverse effect of metoclopramide that requires stopping the
medication is:
• A) Insomnia
• B) Restlessness or spasms of the face or neck
• C) Urinary frequency
• D) Constipation
Answer: B) Restlessness or spasms of the face or neck
