Nursing Pharmacology
Study
The parasympathetic nervous system is directed at conserving energy and promoting
nutrient utilization. True or False?
True
When cholinergic drugs are administered, the nurse should observe the client for what
adverse effect?
Bronchoconstriction
The following assessment is directly related to the stimulation of the parasympathetic
nervous system.
Constricted Pupils
Anitcholinergics can be used as a urinary antispasmodic. True or False?
True
One of the physiologic effects of the release of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine is?
Meiosis (Pupil Constriction)
Sympathomimetic drugs are sometimes also referred to as:
Adrenergic drugs
A neurotransmitter present in the parasympathetic nervous system is:
Acetylcholine
Adrenergic drugs mimic the action of the sympathetic nervous system. Which of the
following is a response of the sympathetic nervous system?
Bronchodilation
Some major adverse/side effects of an anti-fungal medication may include:
Renal (kidney) and hepatic (liver) dysfunction
George has started drug therapy for tuberculosis and wants to know how long he'll be on
the medications. What is a statement that is true about his understanding?
He should expect to take these drugs for up to 24 months.
A drug that kills lice is a:
A topical pediculocide
, Women taking oral contraceptives need to be concerned when beginning tuberculosis
therapy with INH or rifampin because:
Oral contraceptives are ineffective while on tuberculosis therapy.
For suppression of malaria, the patient will need to understand that the prescription of
Chloroquine (Aralen) should be taken:
For 2 weeks before travel
Antimalarial agents work only in the human body during the asexual cycle of the parasite.
True or False?
True
Tapeworm treatment requires the use of an anthelmintic agent. How many days of
treatment are required?
28 days
If your patient is allergic to penicillin, the client may also be allergic to:
Cephalosporins
Contraindications to the use of tetracycline's are:
Severe renal impairment, under 8 yrs. of age and pregnancy
When teaching the patient who will be taking one of the tetracycline's (antibiotic), which
of the following teaching points is important to remember?
Milk and cheese products result in decreased levels of tetracycline
In general, adverse effects of antibiotic therapy are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. True
or False?
True
A client who is taking sulfonamide (antimicrobial/antibiotic) tablets is drinking 2 four-
ounce glasses of water a day. What side effect could this client experience?
Crystalluria causing blood in her urine.
What is important to teach your client about applying the antiviral drug, acyclovir
(Zovirax), topically?
Apply the cream using a glove or finger cot.
You have just finished instructing your client on measures to help the body fight infections
along with instructions about taking her antibiotic (Antimicrobial). Which of the following
statements by your client would lead you to believe she needs additional instruction?
Study
The parasympathetic nervous system is directed at conserving energy and promoting
nutrient utilization. True or False?
True
When cholinergic drugs are administered, the nurse should observe the client for what
adverse effect?
Bronchoconstriction
The following assessment is directly related to the stimulation of the parasympathetic
nervous system.
Constricted Pupils
Anitcholinergics can be used as a urinary antispasmodic. True or False?
True
One of the physiologic effects of the release of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine is?
Meiosis (Pupil Constriction)
Sympathomimetic drugs are sometimes also referred to as:
Adrenergic drugs
A neurotransmitter present in the parasympathetic nervous system is:
Acetylcholine
Adrenergic drugs mimic the action of the sympathetic nervous system. Which of the
following is a response of the sympathetic nervous system?
Bronchodilation
Some major adverse/side effects of an anti-fungal medication may include:
Renal (kidney) and hepatic (liver) dysfunction
George has started drug therapy for tuberculosis and wants to know how long he'll be on
the medications. What is a statement that is true about his understanding?
He should expect to take these drugs for up to 24 months.
A drug that kills lice is a:
A topical pediculocide
, Women taking oral contraceptives need to be concerned when beginning tuberculosis
therapy with INH or rifampin because:
Oral contraceptives are ineffective while on tuberculosis therapy.
For suppression of malaria, the patient will need to understand that the prescription of
Chloroquine (Aralen) should be taken:
For 2 weeks before travel
Antimalarial agents work only in the human body during the asexual cycle of the parasite.
True or False?
True
Tapeworm treatment requires the use of an anthelmintic agent. How many days of
treatment are required?
28 days
If your patient is allergic to penicillin, the client may also be allergic to:
Cephalosporins
Contraindications to the use of tetracycline's are:
Severe renal impairment, under 8 yrs. of age and pregnancy
When teaching the patient who will be taking one of the tetracycline's (antibiotic), which
of the following teaching points is important to remember?
Milk and cheese products result in decreased levels of tetracycline
In general, adverse effects of antibiotic therapy are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. True
or False?
True
A client who is taking sulfonamide (antimicrobial/antibiotic) tablets is drinking 2 four-
ounce glasses of water a day. What side effect could this client experience?
Crystalluria causing blood in her urine.
What is important to teach your client about applying the antiviral drug, acyclovir
(Zovirax), topically?
Apply the cream using a glove or finger cot.
You have just finished instructing your client on measures to help the body fight infections
along with instructions about taking her antibiotic (Antimicrobial). Which of the following
statements by your client would lead you to believe she needs additional instruction?
