NUR 210 Exam 2 Study Guide 2026 | Complete Review |
Galen College of Nursing | Graded A+
1. What is a common side effect of tetracyclines that necessitates sun protection
education for patients?
Photosensitivity
Dizziness
Nausea
Headache
2. Describe the mechanism by which bacteriostatic antibiotics help the immune
system eliminate bacteria.
Bacteriostatic antibiotics have no effect on the immune system.
Bacteriostatic antibiotics kill bacteria directly, preventing infection
spread.
Bacteriostatic antibiotics inhibit bacterial growth, allowing the
immune system to effectively eliminate the bacteria.
Bacteriostatic antibiotics enhance the immune response by increasing
white blood cell activity.
3. The patient on aminoglycosides is monitored for:
Hepatic failure
Nephrotoxicity
Superinfection
Hypertension and rash
,4. In a patient presenting with a 'shift to the left' in their CBC, what would be the
most appropriate next step in management?
Observation without intervention, as it may resolve spontaneously.
Referral to a hematologist for potential blood disorders.
Further investigation to identify the source of infection or
inflammation.
Immediate administration of antibiotics without further testing.
5. A client is being prescribed doxycylinen (tetracycline) and the nurse knows
that which of the following would be a contraindication for this client?
pregnancy
peptic ulcers
renal failure
history of headaches
6. What is a known contraindication for the use of doxycycline in patients?
Pregnancy
Renal failure
Peptic ulcers
History of headaches
7. The antibiotic tetracycline binds to the 30S subunit of the ribosome, as shown
in the figure. The effect is to
, stop the ribosome from moving along the mRNA.
prevent transcription.
prevent peptide bond formation.
prevent attachment of DNA.
interfere with the attachment of the tRNA to mRNA-ribosome
complex.
8. Describe the role of Beta 2 receptors in the respiratory system.
Beta 2 receptors facilitate bronchodilation, allowing for easier
airflow in the lungs.
Beta 2 receptors have no significant role in the respiratory system.
Beta 2 receptors increase mucus production in the airways.
Beta 2 receptors cause bronchoconstriction, reducing airflow.
9. Describe how tetracyclines can impact dental health in children.
Tetracyclines can lead to discoloration of permanent teeth due to
their affinity for calcium.
Tetracyclines can cause teeth to grow larger than normal.
Tetracyclines improve dental health by strengthening enamel.
Tetracyclines have no effect on dental health.
, 10. Describe the spectrum of activity of fourth generation cephalosporins and
explain why they are classified as such.
They are broad-spectrum antibiotics effective against a wide range
of bacteria.
They are effective against viruses and fungi.
They are narrow-spectrum antibiotics effective only against gram-
positive bacteria.
They are effective only against anaerobic bacteria.
11. What is the primary effect of adrenergic agents on blood vessels?
Decreased blood flow
Vasodilation
Increased permeability
Vasoconstriction
12. What is the first action a nurse should take when a patient is experiencing an
allergic reaction to penicillin?
Call for a physician
Provide oxygen
Administer epinephrine
Start an IV line
13. Describe how the stimulation of Alpha Receptors affects the cardiovascular
system.
Stimulation of Alpha Receptors causes vasodilation, reducing blood
pressure and heart rate.
Galen College of Nursing | Graded A+
1. What is a common side effect of tetracyclines that necessitates sun protection
education for patients?
Photosensitivity
Dizziness
Nausea
Headache
2. Describe the mechanism by which bacteriostatic antibiotics help the immune
system eliminate bacteria.
Bacteriostatic antibiotics have no effect on the immune system.
Bacteriostatic antibiotics kill bacteria directly, preventing infection
spread.
Bacteriostatic antibiotics inhibit bacterial growth, allowing the
immune system to effectively eliminate the bacteria.
Bacteriostatic antibiotics enhance the immune response by increasing
white blood cell activity.
3. The patient on aminoglycosides is monitored for:
Hepatic failure
Nephrotoxicity
Superinfection
Hypertension and rash
,4. In a patient presenting with a 'shift to the left' in their CBC, what would be the
most appropriate next step in management?
Observation without intervention, as it may resolve spontaneously.
Referral to a hematologist for potential blood disorders.
Further investigation to identify the source of infection or
inflammation.
Immediate administration of antibiotics without further testing.
5. A client is being prescribed doxycylinen (tetracycline) and the nurse knows
that which of the following would be a contraindication for this client?
pregnancy
peptic ulcers
renal failure
history of headaches
6. What is a known contraindication for the use of doxycycline in patients?
Pregnancy
Renal failure
Peptic ulcers
History of headaches
7. The antibiotic tetracycline binds to the 30S subunit of the ribosome, as shown
in the figure. The effect is to
, stop the ribosome from moving along the mRNA.
prevent transcription.
prevent peptide bond formation.
prevent attachment of DNA.
interfere with the attachment of the tRNA to mRNA-ribosome
complex.
8. Describe the role of Beta 2 receptors in the respiratory system.
Beta 2 receptors facilitate bronchodilation, allowing for easier
airflow in the lungs.
Beta 2 receptors have no significant role in the respiratory system.
Beta 2 receptors increase mucus production in the airways.
Beta 2 receptors cause bronchoconstriction, reducing airflow.
9. Describe how tetracyclines can impact dental health in children.
Tetracyclines can lead to discoloration of permanent teeth due to
their affinity for calcium.
Tetracyclines can cause teeth to grow larger than normal.
Tetracyclines improve dental health by strengthening enamel.
Tetracyclines have no effect on dental health.
, 10. Describe the spectrum of activity of fourth generation cephalosporins and
explain why they are classified as such.
They are broad-spectrum antibiotics effective against a wide range
of bacteria.
They are effective against viruses and fungi.
They are narrow-spectrum antibiotics effective only against gram-
positive bacteria.
They are effective only against anaerobic bacteria.
11. What is the primary effect of adrenergic agents on blood vessels?
Decreased blood flow
Vasodilation
Increased permeability
Vasoconstriction
12. What is the first action a nurse should take when a patient is experiencing an
allergic reaction to penicillin?
Call for a physician
Provide oxygen
Administer epinephrine
Start an IV line
13. Describe how the stimulation of Alpha Receptors affects the cardiovascular
system.
Stimulation of Alpha Receptors causes vasodilation, reducing blood
pressure and heart rate.
