NR 293 EDAPT: NURSING APPLICATION:
INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGY EXAM
2025/2026 WITH 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. Describe a disadvantage of using liquid formulations in transdermal
medication administration.
Allows for precise dosage adjustments
Easy to apply and remove
Provides immediate drug effects
Inconvenient administration for liquid formulation of drug
2. Which action will the nurse expect from the DR. to minimize the risk for
drug toxicity when giving protein-bound drugs to neonates and infants?
schedule the med before feedings.
reduce the amt of drug given.
shorten the interval b/w doses.
administer the med intravenously.
3. If a patient has impaired liver function, how might this affect the
metabolism of their prescribed medications?
It will have no effect on drug metabolism.
It will enhance the metabolism and reduce drug levels.
It will only affect the absorption of the drug.
It may lead to slower metabolism and increased drug levels in
the body.
,4. What is pharmacotherapeutics?
The development of new medications in a laboratory.
, The study of drug interactions and side effects.
The application of pharmacological knowledge to prevent,
diagnose, and treat diseases or medical conditions.
The use of drugs to diagnose medical conditions.
5. If a patient continues to use kava while consuming alcohol, what
potential health risks might they face?
No significant health risks.
Increased risk of liver damage and sedation.
Enhanced effectiveness of kava.
Improved mood and relaxation.
6. Which nursing action will be most helpful in decreasing the risk for
drug-drug interactions in older adult?
Teach the patient to have all prescriptions filled at the same
pharmacy
Have the patient bring all medications, supplements, and herbs
to each appointment.
Instruct the patient to avoid taking OTC medications.
Make a schedule for the patient as a reminder of when to take
each medication
7. Describe the main purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA) in relation to patient information.
The main purpose of HIPAA is to oversee clinical trials.
The main purpose of HIPAA is to ensure the availability of health
insurance.
The main purpose of HIPAA is to regulate drug pricing.
, The main purpose of HIPAA is to protect the privacy and
security of patient information.
8. If a nurse is administering a medication that is highly protein-bound to a
neonate, what adjustment should the nurse consider to ensure safety?
Decrease the dosage of the medication.
Switch to an oral route of administration.
Increase the dosage of the medication.
Administer the medication more frequently.
9. During what stage of the medication-use process can the error of
selecting the wrong drug occur?
prescribing
transcribing
dispensing
all of the above
10. Why is it important to differentiate between subjective and objective
data in patient assessments?
Subjective data can be quantified easily.
Differentiating helps ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment
based on measurable evidence rather than personal feelings.
Objective data is irrelevant in clinical assessments.
Subjective data is always more reliable than objective data.
11. Why is it important for a nurse to check the signature of the prescriber
on a prescription?
The signature is required for insurance purposes.
INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGY EXAM
2025/2026 WITH 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. Describe a disadvantage of using liquid formulations in transdermal
medication administration.
Allows for precise dosage adjustments
Easy to apply and remove
Provides immediate drug effects
Inconvenient administration for liquid formulation of drug
2. Which action will the nurse expect from the DR. to minimize the risk for
drug toxicity when giving protein-bound drugs to neonates and infants?
schedule the med before feedings.
reduce the amt of drug given.
shorten the interval b/w doses.
administer the med intravenously.
3. If a patient has impaired liver function, how might this affect the
metabolism of their prescribed medications?
It will have no effect on drug metabolism.
It will enhance the metabolism and reduce drug levels.
It will only affect the absorption of the drug.
It may lead to slower metabolism and increased drug levels in
the body.
,4. What is pharmacotherapeutics?
The development of new medications in a laboratory.
, The study of drug interactions and side effects.
The application of pharmacological knowledge to prevent,
diagnose, and treat diseases or medical conditions.
The use of drugs to diagnose medical conditions.
5. If a patient continues to use kava while consuming alcohol, what
potential health risks might they face?
No significant health risks.
Increased risk of liver damage and sedation.
Enhanced effectiveness of kava.
Improved mood and relaxation.
6. Which nursing action will be most helpful in decreasing the risk for
drug-drug interactions in older adult?
Teach the patient to have all prescriptions filled at the same
pharmacy
Have the patient bring all medications, supplements, and herbs
to each appointment.
Instruct the patient to avoid taking OTC medications.
Make a schedule for the patient as a reminder of when to take
each medication
7. Describe the main purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA) in relation to patient information.
The main purpose of HIPAA is to oversee clinical trials.
The main purpose of HIPAA is to ensure the availability of health
insurance.
The main purpose of HIPAA is to regulate drug pricing.
, The main purpose of HIPAA is to protect the privacy and
security of patient information.
8. If a nurse is administering a medication that is highly protein-bound to a
neonate, what adjustment should the nurse consider to ensure safety?
Decrease the dosage of the medication.
Switch to an oral route of administration.
Increase the dosage of the medication.
Administer the medication more frequently.
9. During what stage of the medication-use process can the error of
selecting the wrong drug occur?
prescribing
transcribing
dispensing
all of the above
10. Why is it important to differentiate between subjective and objective
data in patient assessments?
Subjective data can be quantified easily.
Differentiating helps ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment
based on measurable evidence rather than personal feelings.
Objective data is irrelevant in clinical assessments.
Subjective data is always more reliable than objective data.
11. Why is it important for a nurse to check the signature of the prescriber
on a prescription?
The signature is required for insurance purposes.
