NUR 283 COMP 1–3 Meds Mock Exam 2026 | Trusted
Questions & Answers
1. Discuss why methylergonovine is contraindicated during pregnancy.
Methylergonovine is contraindicated during pregnancy due to
potential adverse effects on the fetus.
Methylergonovine has no known effects during pregnancy.
Methylergonovine is indicated for use in pregnant women
experiencing anxiety.
Methylergonovine is safe during pregnancy and can be used for
hypertension.
2. If a patient on carbamazepine begins to experience a sore throat and fever,
what should be the immediate course of action?
Stop taking carbamazepine immediately without consulting a doctor.
Report these symptoms to their healthcare provider.
Continue taking the medication as prescribed.
Increase the dosage of carbamazepine.
3. A patient is on lithium therapy for bipolar disorder. His serum lithium level is
0.9 mEq/L. This level is:
Too low to be effective
Within the therapeutic range
Toxic indicator
Acceptable for acute episodes only
,4. What is something you will teach to patients taking sulfonamides?
avoid sunlight
drink a lot of fluids
take with food, around the clock
frequent mouth care
5. If a patient receiving Magnesium Sulfate presents with a respiratory rate of 9,
what immediate action should be taken?
Administer calcium gluconate 10% IVP.
Discontinue all medications immediately.
Monitor the patient for additional symptoms.
Increase the Magnesium Sulfate dosage.
6. Describe why ferrous sulfate should not be taken on an empty stomach and
the implications for absorption.
Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach enhances its absorption
and reduces side effects.
Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach is recommended for
faster results.
Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach can reduce its
absorption efficiency and increase gastrointestinal discomfort.
Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach has no effect on
absorption.
7. If a patient receiving Magnesium Sulfate shows signs of respiratory
depression, what should be assessed in addition to vital signs?
, Magnesium levels
Calcium levels
Sodium levels
Blood glucose levels
8. Describe the therapeutic uses of Phenytoin and explain why it is important in
managing these conditions.
Phenytoin is used to lower blood pressure and treat anxiety disorders.
Phenytoin is primarily used for treating infections and pain relief.
Phenytoin is effective for managing diabetes and cholesterol levels.
Phenytoin is used to manage seizures and bipolar disorder, as it
helps stabilize mood and prevent seizure activity.
9. What is the therapeutic range for aPTT when monitoring a patient on
Heparin?
30-40 seconds
25-35 seconds
40-50 seconds
20-30 seconds
10. What is the primary medical condition that thiazide diuretics are used to
manage?
Diabetes
Hypertension (HTN)
Heart failure
Asthma
, 11. What is the primary function of thrombolytics in the treatment of myocardial
infarction?
Reduce inflammation in coronary arteries
Dissolve clots obstructing coronary arteries
Lower blood pressure to improve coronary blood flow
Prevent further plaque formation in arteries
12. Which condition are thiazide diuretics commonly used to treat?
Hypernatremia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hyperkalemia
13. A patient on TPN develops a fever and shows an increase in white blood cell
count. What should be the immediate nursing intervention?
Increase the TPN infusion rate.
Notify the healthcare provider and assess for signs of infection.
Continue TPN without changes.
Administer an antipyretic medication immediately.
14. Why is it important to monitor serum lithium levels frequently?
To prevent toxicity, especially after changes in sodium intake or
fluid loss.
To ensure the medication is effective immediately.
To assess the need for additional medications.
Questions & Answers
1. Discuss why methylergonovine is contraindicated during pregnancy.
Methylergonovine is contraindicated during pregnancy due to
potential adverse effects on the fetus.
Methylergonovine has no known effects during pregnancy.
Methylergonovine is indicated for use in pregnant women
experiencing anxiety.
Methylergonovine is safe during pregnancy and can be used for
hypertension.
2. If a patient on carbamazepine begins to experience a sore throat and fever,
what should be the immediate course of action?
Stop taking carbamazepine immediately without consulting a doctor.
Report these symptoms to their healthcare provider.
Continue taking the medication as prescribed.
Increase the dosage of carbamazepine.
3. A patient is on lithium therapy for bipolar disorder. His serum lithium level is
0.9 mEq/L. This level is:
Too low to be effective
Within the therapeutic range
Toxic indicator
Acceptable for acute episodes only
,4. What is something you will teach to patients taking sulfonamides?
avoid sunlight
drink a lot of fluids
take with food, around the clock
frequent mouth care
5. If a patient receiving Magnesium Sulfate presents with a respiratory rate of 9,
what immediate action should be taken?
Administer calcium gluconate 10% IVP.
Discontinue all medications immediately.
Monitor the patient for additional symptoms.
Increase the Magnesium Sulfate dosage.
6. Describe why ferrous sulfate should not be taken on an empty stomach and
the implications for absorption.
Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach enhances its absorption
and reduces side effects.
Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach is recommended for
faster results.
Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach can reduce its
absorption efficiency and increase gastrointestinal discomfort.
Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach has no effect on
absorption.
7. If a patient receiving Magnesium Sulfate shows signs of respiratory
depression, what should be assessed in addition to vital signs?
, Magnesium levels
Calcium levels
Sodium levels
Blood glucose levels
8. Describe the therapeutic uses of Phenytoin and explain why it is important in
managing these conditions.
Phenytoin is used to lower blood pressure and treat anxiety disorders.
Phenytoin is primarily used for treating infections and pain relief.
Phenytoin is effective for managing diabetes and cholesterol levels.
Phenytoin is used to manage seizures and bipolar disorder, as it
helps stabilize mood and prevent seizure activity.
9. What is the therapeutic range for aPTT when monitoring a patient on
Heparin?
30-40 seconds
25-35 seconds
40-50 seconds
20-30 seconds
10. What is the primary medical condition that thiazide diuretics are used to
manage?
Diabetes
Hypertension (HTN)
Heart failure
Asthma
, 11. What is the primary function of thrombolytics in the treatment of myocardial
infarction?
Reduce inflammation in coronary arteries
Dissolve clots obstructing coronary arteries
Lower blood pressure to improve coronary blood flow
Prevent further plaque formation in arteries
12. Which condition are thiazide diuretics commonly used to treat?
Hypernatremia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hyperkalemia
13. A patient on TPN develops a fever and shows an increase in white blood cell
count. What should be the immediate nursing intervention?
Increase the TPN infusion rate.
Notify the healthcare provider and assess for signs of infection.
Continue TPN without changes.
Administer an antipyretic medication immediately.
14. Why is it important to monitor serum lithium levels frequently?
To prevent toxicity, especially after changes in sodium intake or
fluid loss.
To ensure the medication is effective immediately.
To assess the need for additional medications.
