RESPIRATORY CARE PHARMACOLOGY
FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS 2025-2026
Identify the drug that can be used to reverse the effects of opioids
correct answers >> Naloxone (Narcan)
Provide indications for the use of heliox and explain how it works.
correct answers >> Heliox in indicated for the removal upper
airway obstructions, it reduces airway resistance and WOB. It also
is beneficial for asthma with impending respiratory failure and
postoperative stridor.
Provide indications for the use of nitric oxide and explain how it
works. correct answers >> Pulmonary hypertension ; binds to
the enzyme guanylyl cyclase and increases levels and stability of
cGMP, whic h cause vasodilation within blood vessels
*Recognize adverse effects and/or complications associated with
the use of nitric oxide. correct answers >> -can cause
methemiglobin
Describe the effects of ACE inhibitors and how they improve
cardiac function. correct answers >> ACE Inhibitors block
angiotensin converting enzyme(ACE) from turning angiotensin I
into angiotensin II, a potent vasoconstrictor
, Discuss the role of vasodilators in the management of heart
failure. correct answers >> vasodilators widen the airway
passages and by decreasing preload and after load
State which class of diuretics is recommended for all patients with
fluid retention and heart failure. correct answers >> Loop
diuretics
Identify the agency which is responsible for establishing drug
standards for the United States. correct answers >> United
States Pharmacopeia (USP)
Recognize a drug's chemical,generic, and trade name correct
answers >> Common examples:
Albuterol- Proair,Ventolin,Proventil
levalbuterol-Xopenex
Atrovent- ipratromium bromide
Spiriva-tiotropium bromide
Describe the following drug interactions:
Additive
Synergism
FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS 2025-2026
Identify the drug that can be used to reverse the effects of opioids
correct answers >> Naloxone (Narcan)
Provide indications for the use of heliox and explain how it works.
correct answers >> Heliox in indicated for the removal upper
airway obstructions, it reduces airway resistance and WOB. It also
is beneficial for asthma with impending respiratory failure and
postoperative stridor.
Provide indications for the use of nitric oxide and explain how it
works. correct answers >> Pulmonary hypertension ; binds to
the enzyme guanylyl cyclase and increases levels and stability of
cGMP, whic h cause vasodilation within blood vessels
*Recognize adverse effects and/or complications associated with
the use of nitric oxide. correct answers >> -can cause
methemiglobin
Describe the effects of ACE inhibitors and how they improve
cardiac function. correct answers >> ACE Inhibitors block
angiotensin converting enzyme(ACE) from turning angiotensin I
into angiotensin II, a potent vasoconstrictor
, Discuss the role of vasodilators in the management of heart
failure. correct answers >> vasodilators widen the airway
passages and by decreasing preload and after load
State which class of diuretics is recommended for all patients with
fluid retention and heart failure. correct answers >> Loop
diuretics
Identify the agency which is responsible for establishing drug
standards for the United States. correct answers >> United
States Pharmacopeia (USP)
Recognize a drug's chemical,generic, and trade name correct
answers >> Common examples:
Albuterol- Proair,Ventolin,Proventil
levalbuterol-Xopenex
Atrovent- ipratromium bromide
Spiriva-tiotropium bromide
Describe the following drug interactions:
Additive
Synergism
