PNM300 TEST 2 (WEEK 5- LATEST
7) EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
Which actions should the nurse take when giving antacids? (SATA):
1. Give 1 hr after meals.
2. Avoid giving medications within 1-2 hrs of antacid administration
(decreases absorption).
3. Take fluids to flush after intake of antacid suspensions.
4. Monitor for changes of bowel patterns. - ANSWERS-all are correct
actions.
how is the vomiting reflex stimulated? - ANSWERS-the chemoreceptor
trigger zone (CTZ) sends neurotransmitters to the Vomiting center (VC)
in the brain --> stimulates reflex
inhibit ACh by binding to H1 receptors - ANSWERS-Antihistamine
drugs (H1 receptor blockers)
centrally acting antihistamine, causes CNS Depression (drying effect) -
ANSWERS-Dimenhydrinate (Gravol)
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, PNM300 TEST 2 (WEEK 5- LATEST
7) EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
blocks dopamine & ACh receptors on the chemoreceptor trigger zone
(CTZ) + prevents all COMMUNICATION w/ VC - ANSWERS-
neuroleptic drugs
block dopamine in the CTZ; the CTZ becomes desensitized to impulses
received from the GI - ANSWERS-Prokinetic drugs
block receptors in the GI tract, CTZ, VC - ANSWERS-Serotonin
blockers
inhibitory effects on reticular formation, thalamus + cerebral cortex
(used when all other drugs fail!) - ANSWERS-Tetrahydrocannabinoids
(THC)
which is the safest and most common antiemetic agent? - ANSWERS-
H1 receptor blockers (Antihistamine)
the drug of choice for nausea & vomiting related to chemotherapy
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, PNM300 TEST 2 (WEEK 5- LATEST
7) EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
Hint** a serotonin blocker that causes headaches - ANSWERS-
Ondansetron (zofran)
what are the 3 drug classes of Antidiarrheals? - ANSWERS-1.
Adsorbents
2. Anti-motility (anticholinergic & opiates)
3. Probiotics
what is the action of an adsorbent? - ANSWERS-ADsorption involves
binding of substances (ions/toxins/bacteria) onto the surface of an
ABsorbent
--> eliminated in stool
This drug has a risk of CNS + respiratory depression.
-addictive
The nurse must check full set of vitals!** - ANSWERS-Opiates
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7) EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
Which actions should the nurse take when giving antacids? (SATA):
1. Give 1 hr after meals.
2. Avoid giving medications within 1-2 hrs of antacid administration
(decreases absorption).
3. Take fluids to flush after intake of antacid suspensions.
4. Monitor for changes of bowel patterns. - ANSWERS-all are correct
actions.
how is the vomiting reflex stimulated? - ANSWERS-the chemoreceptor
trigger zone (CTZ) sends neurotransmitters to the Vomiting center (VC)
in the brain --> stimulates reflex
inhibit ACh by binding to H1 receptors - ANSWERS-Antihistamine
drugs (H1 receptor blockers)
centrally acting antihistamine, causes CNS Depression (drying effect) -
ANSWERS-Dimenhydrinate (Gravol)
END OF
PAGE
1
, PNM300 TEST 2 (WEEK 5- LATEST
7) EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
blocks dopamine & ACh receptors on the chemoreceptor trigger zone
(CTZ) + prevents all COMMUNICATION w/ VC - ANSWERS-
neuroleptic drugs
block dopamine in the CTZ; the CTZ becomes desensitized to impulses
received from the GI - ANSWERS-Prokinetic drugs
block receptors in the GI tract, CTZ, VC - ANSWERS-Serotonin
blockers
inhibitory effects on reticular formation, thalamus + cerebral cortex
(used when all other drugs fail!) - ANSWERS-Tetrahydrocannabinoids
(THC)
which is the safest and most common antiemetic agent? - ANSWERS-
H1 receptor blockers (Antihistamine)
the drug of choice for nausea & vomiting related to chemotherapy
END OF
PAGE
2
, PNM300 TEST 2 (WEEK 5- LATEST
7) EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
Hint** a serotonin blocker that causes headaches - ANSWERS-
Ondansetron (zofran)
what are the 3 drug classes of Antidiarrheals? - ANSWERS-1.
Adsorbents
2. Anti-motility (anticholinergic & opiates)
3. Probiotics
what is the action of an adsorbent? - ANSWERS-ADsorption involves
binding of substances (ions/toxins/bacteria) onto the surface of an
ABsorbent
--> eliminated in stool
This drug has a risk of CNS + respiratory depression.
-addictive
The nurse must check full set of vitals!** - ANSWERS-Opiates
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PAGE
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