NUR2474 Rasmussen Pharm Exam 1
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what things should we always do when giving methylphenidate to a child with ADHD − −-ANSWER>>−
−− ALWAYS: give the drug in the morning, after breakfast, and give the last dose before 4pm, or else
the child will not sleep at night
which 3 drugs are controlled substances and highly abused? − −-ANSWER>>− −− amphetamines,
- barbiturates,
- methylphenidate
what is the purpose of drug treatment with Alzheimer Disease patients − −-ANSWER>>− −− there is
treatment to help slow down the progression of the disease, but to not
cure it
how does donepezil work − −-ANSWER>>− −− it slows the progression of Alzheimers disease by causing
reversible inhibition of cholinesterase and the cholinergic receptors.
what should we do when discontinuing an antidepressant (or any medication) − −-ANSWER>>− −− if
antidepressant is stopped cold turkey, withdrawal syndrome can occur.
- we must gradually taper the drug slowly and have the HCP taper it.
- do not let patient taper drug by themselves
what are signs and symptoms of withdrawal syndrome? − −-ANSWER>>− −− HA,
- Nausea,
,- visual disturbances,
- sweating,
- dizziness,
- tremors
what is the relationship between sertraline and nursing infants? − −-ANSWER>>− −− when this drug is
used with a patient who is pregnant or nursing infants, the infant can have neonatal abstinence
syndrome occur
what should we educate pregnant or nursing moms about when using sertraline? − −-ANSWER>>− −− We
must educate the patient on potentially using other medications during
this time period, as it can cause potential birth defects and the baby to
become sick.
explain the relationship between fluoxetine and alcohol abuse − −-ANSWER>>− −− when this drug is used
with alcohol abuse, it can interact with the medication
and make the patient very sick..
what should we teach the patient regarding alcohol use − −-ANSWER>>− −− the patient must avoid
alcohol while taking most medications
what is the first line medication used to stop a seizure? − −-ANSWER>>− −− diazepam (benzo) by IM
. explain side effect − −-ANSWER>>− −− unavoidable secondary drug effects produced at therapeutic doses.
- May be unwanted, but unavoidable and expected.
explain adverse effect − −-ANSWER>>− −− undesired and unexpected severe responses to a
medication. They do have
, the potential to cause harm.
explain allergies/anaphylaxis − −-ANSWER>>− −− an immune response to a medication that causes a
reaction that can be mild to life threatening
what are s/s of allergic reactions? − −-ANSWER>>− −− itchy,
- rash,
- hives,
- wheezes,
- SOB,
- swelling of face,
- lips and throat.
what should we do if we a patient actively in allergic reaction? − −-ANSWER>>− −− stop the medication,
- call the doctor,
- D/C lines,
- check for antidotes, and
- give emergency care based on ABC's
what should we do before giving any medication? − −-ANSWER>>− −− ask about patient allergies to
medications and what happens when they take
them.
- remember if they report they get any s/s of allergic run with medication use,
we must hold med and call dr.
explain intended drug effects − −-ANSWER>>− −− effects that we want to see and that are therapeutic
when using the drug. Ex:
Questions with Verified Answers 2026 Latest
Update
what things should we always do when giving methylphenidate to a child with ADHD − −-ANSWER>>−
−− ALWAYS: give the drug in the morning, after breakfast, and give the last dose before 4pm, or else
the child will not sleep at night
which 3 drugs are controlled substances and highly abused? − −-ANSWER>>− −− amphetamines,
- barbiturates,
- methylphenidate
what is the purpose of drug treatment with Alzheimer Disease patients − −-ANSWER>>− −− there is
treatment to help slow down the progression of the disease, but to not
cure it
how does donepezil work − −-ANSWER>>− −− it slows the progression of Alzheimers disease by causing
reversible inhibition of cholinesterase and the cholinergic receptors.
what should we do when discontinuing an antidepressant (or any medication) − −-ANSWER>>− −− if
antidepressant is stopped cold turkey, withdrawal syndrome can occur.
- we must gradually taper the drug slowly and have the HCP taper it.
- do not let patient taper drug by themselves
what are signs and symptoms of withdrawal syndrome? − −-ANSWER>>− −− HA,
- Nausea,
,- visual disturbances,
- sweating,
- dizziness,
- tremors
what is the relationship between sertraline and nursing infants? − −-ANSWER>>− −− when this drug is
used with a patient who is pregnant or nursing infants, the infant can have neonatal abstinence
syndrome occur
what should we educate pregnant or nursing moms about when using sertraline? − −-ANSWER>>− −− We
must educate the patient on potentially using other medications during
this time period, as it can cause potential birth defects and the baby to
become sick.
explain the relationship between fluoxetine and alcohol abuse − −-ANSWER>>− −− when this drug is used
with alcohol abuse, it can interact with the medication
and make the patient very sick..
what should we teach the patient regarding alcohol use − −-ANSWER>>− −− the patient must avoid
alcohol while taking most medications
what is the first line medication used to stop a seizure? − −-ANSWER>>− −− diazepam (benzo) by IM
. explain side effect − −-ANSWER>>− −− unavoidable secondary drug effects produced at therapeutic doses.
- May be unwanted, but unavoidable and expected.
explain adverse effect − −-ANSWER>>− −− undesired and unexpected severe responses to a
medication. They do have
, the potential to cause harm.
explain allergies/anaphylaxis − −-ANSWER>>− −− an immune response to a medication that causes a
reaction that can be mild to life threatening
what are s/s of allergic reactions? − −-ANSWER>>− −− itchy,
- rash,
- hives,
- wheezes,
- SOB,
- swelling of face,
- lips and throat.
what should we do if we a patient actively in allergic reaction? − −-ANSWER>>− −− stop the medication,
- call the doctor,
- D/C lines,
- check for antidotes, and
- give emergency care based on ABC's
what should we do before giving any medication? − −-ANSWER>>− −− ask about patient allergies to
medications and what happens when they take
them.
- remember if they report they get any s/s of allergic run with medication use,
we must hold med and call dr.
explain intended drug effects − −-ANSWER>>− −− effects that we want to see and that are therapeutic
when using the drug. Ex:
