MSN 611 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FINAL EXAM, MIDTERM EXAM AND PRACTICE
EXAM|ACTUAL EXAMS|A+GRADE ASSURED
Location of H4 receptors - (ANSWER)eosinophils, neutrophils and T cells
second-generation antihistamine that cannot be removed by hemodialysis - (ANSWER)cetirizine
(hydrochloride) aka Zyrtec
diagnosis of enterobiasis - (ANSWER)caused by small threadlike pinworm, Enterobius vermicularis,
perianal cutaneous irritation, may result in dermatitis and secondary bacterial infections. DIAGNOSIS:
perianal swab using adhesive tape, examined for eggs
treatment modalities of tuberculosis - (ANSWER)directly observed therapy, adherence to drug regimen,
important for anything less than daily doses, highly susceptible to drug-drug interactions
according to universal prescribing alerts for ahminoglycosides, extended use increases risk for infection
by which pathogens - (ANSWER)C.difficile-associated diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis with
extended use
mode of administration of dactinomycin - (ANSWER)vesicants, should be administered only by
intravenous route to prevent extravasation. If extravasation occurs administration should be stopped,
monitor for signs of infection & bleeding. Myelosuppression
FDA- approved indication for methotrexate - (ANSWER)meningeal leukemia, trophoblastic neoplasms.
Breast Cancer
Synthetic muscarinic receptor antagonist that possesses M3 receptor selectivity - (ANSWER)darifenacin
& solifenacin
Autonomic agents associated simulation of insulin production, increase glycogenolysis in the liver and
complicate the management of diabetes mellitus - (ANSWER)may stimulate insulin production- increase
glycogenolysis in the liver and complicate the management--sympathomimetic autonomic agents
most commonly used therapy for iron-deficiency anemia - (ANSWER)ferrous sulfate
, MSN 611 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FINAL EXAM, MIDTERM EXAM AND PRACTICE
EXAM|ACTUAL EXAMS|A+GRADE ASSURED
fatalities have occurred with the test dose of which drug - (ANSWER)iron dextran
antilipemic agent that targets triglycerides - (ANSWER)Fibrates
mechanism of action calcium-channel blocking agents - (ANSWER)act on calcium channels in large
vessels to produce vasodilation and subsequent reduction in blood pressure
clevidipine - (ANSWER)used as an intravenous drug for hypertensive emergencies due to it's rapid onset
of action and short half-life
hypotensive agent FDA-approved for the treatment of ADHD - (ANSWER)Guanfacine (extended release)
- alpha 2 receptor agonist
when prescribing benzodiazepines, only lorazepam, diazepam, or temazepam should be considered for
which patients - (ANSWER)patients with hepatic impairment
indication for lithium - (ANSWER)mood stabilizer--Mania, or depressive symptoms in bipolar disorder
important consideration when administering total parenteral nutrition peripherally - (ANSWER)can
cause phlebitis in peripheral line, lower osmolarity is necessary
mechanism of action of thiazide like diuretics - (ANSWER)work in the distal tubule
In asthma patients, bronchospasms occur when an irritant interacts with: - (ANSWER)Arachidonic acid
Which of the following statements correctly describes hydromorphone? - (ANSWER)It is more potent
and has lower dosages requirements than morphine
EXAM|ACTUAL EXAMS|A+GRADE ASSURED
Location of H4 receptors - (ANSWER)eosinophils, neutrophils and T cells
second-generation antihistamine that cannot be removed by hemodialysis - (ANSWER)cetirizine
(hydrochloride) aka Zyrtec
diagnosis of enterobiasis - (ANSWER)caused by small threadlike pinworm, Enterobius vermicularis,
perianal cutaneous irritation, may result in dermatitis and secondary bacterial infections. DIAGNOSIS:
perianal swab using adhesive tape, examined for eggs
treatment modalities of tuberculosis - (ANSWER)directly observed therapy, adherence to drug regimen,
important for anything less than daily doses, highly susceptible to drug-drug interactions
according to universal prescribing alerts for ahminoglycosides, extended use increases risk for infection
by which pathogens - (ANSWER)C.difficile-associated diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis with
extended use
mode of administration of dactinomycin - (ANSWER)vesicants, should be administered only by
intravenous route to prevent extravasation. If extravasation occurs administration should be stopped,
monitor for signs of infection & bleeding. Myelosuppression
FDA- approved indication for methotrexate - (ANSWER)meningeal leukemia, trophoblastic neoplasms.
Breast Cancer
Synthetic muscarinic receptor antagonist that possesses M3 receptor selectivity - (ANSWER)darifenacin
& solifenacin
Autonomic agents associated simulation of insulin production, increase glycogenolysis in the liver and
complicate the management of diabetes mellitus - (ANSWER)may stimulate insulin production- increase
glycogenolysis in the liver and complicate the management--sympathomimetic autonomic agents
most commonly used therapy for iron-deficiency anemia - (ANSWER)ferrous sulfate
, MSN 611 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FINAL EXAM, MIDTERM EXAM AND PRACTICE
EXAM|ACTUAL EXAMS|A+GRADE ASSURED
fatalities have occurred with the test dose of which drug - (ANSWER)iron dextran
antilipemic agent that targets triglycerides - (ANSWER)Fibrates
mechanism of action calcium-channel blocking agents - (ANSWER)act on calcium channels in large
vessels to produce vasodilation and subsequent reduction in blood pressure
clevidipine - (ANSWER)used as an intravenous drug for hypertensive emergencies due to it's rapid onset
of action and short half-life
hypotensive agent FDA-approved for the treatment of ADHD - (ANSWER)Guanfacine (extended release)
- alpha 2 receptor agonist
when prescribing benzodiazepines, only lorazepam, diazepam, or temazepam should be considered for
which patients - (ANSWER)patients with hepatic impairment
indication for lithium - (ANSWER)mood stabilizer--Mania, or depressive symptoms in bipolar disorder
important consideration when administering total parenteral nutrition peripherally - (ANSWER)can
cause phlebitis in peripheral line, lower osmolarity is necessary
mechanism of action of thiazide like diuretics - (ANSWER)work in the distal tubule
In asthma patients, bronchospasms occur when an irritant interacts with: - (ANSWER)Arachidonic acid
Which of the following statements correctly describes hydromorphone? - (ANSWER)It is more potent
and has lower dosages requirements than morphine
