NR 565 - advanced pharmacology Chamberlain 2026/2027
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In which patient population is Metformin contraindicated in?
A. Diabetics with HA1c < 7.0%
B. Patients older than 50
C. Alcoholics
D. Women suffering from infertility
C. Alcoholics
What lab value suggests metformin might be contraindicated?
A. eGFR <30
B. Crea 0.8
C. WBC 7.8
D. Bun 17
A. eGFR <30
Which class of medication activates receptors for GLP-1, slows gastric emptying, inhibits glucagon,
and stimulates glucose release of insulin?
A. Sitagliptin
B. Dulaglutide
C. Dopalifozin
D. Glyburide
B. Dulaglutide
Which of the following is an example of a decongestant?
A. Fluticasone
B. Albuterol
C. Benzonate
D. Guaifenesin A. Fluticasone
Which medication is used to prevent tuberculosis in people that have been exposed? A.
Isoniazid
B. Rifabutin
C. Pyridoxine
D. Rifampin
A. Isoniazid
When starting therapy for COPD and Asthma which therapy should be considered as first line? A.
Budesonide
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B. Salmeterol
C. Theophylline
D. Levalbuterol
D. Levalbuterol
What instructions should be given to patients upon initiation of glucocorticoids for asthma
management?
A. Take 2 inhalation doses within 10 seconds.
B. Rinse mouth thoroughly after use.
C. Store in a cold well lit area.
D. It is okay to share inhaler if sibling is taking same dose and drug.
B. Rinse mouth thoroughly after use.
Of these medications which is not a decongestant that you would prescribe a patient who has
sinus congestion? A. xylometazoline
B. phenylephrine
C. pseudoephedrine
D. rifampin
D. rifampin
In the management of chronic inflammatory conditions, under what circumstances would a NP
typically consider prescribing an oral steroid (systemic corticosteroid)? A. As the initial
treatment choice for all patients.
B. When a patient seeks rapid relief from mild symptoms.
C. When non-steroidal medications and conservative treatments have demonstrated limited
effectiveness or inadequacy in managing inflammation.
D. Solely in cases involving acute infections to suppress immune responses.
C. When non-steroidal medications and conservative treatments have demonstrated limited
effectiveness or inadequacy in managing inflammation.
A patient demonstrates correct understanding of nicotine patches if they state:
A. "I can wear the same patch for up to a week. I just need to change sites with every new patch."
B. "I should start with the smallest patch and progressively use larger patches over several weeks."
C. "The patch can be placed directly hairy skin as long as it's clean. Just press down on the adhesive."
D. "Severe and persistent itching and redness means I should stop wearing the patch and contact
my provider."
D. "Severe and persistent itching and redness means I should stop wearing the patch and contact my
provider."
What educating patients, how should we advise them to use nicotine gum? A.
Drink a 8oz of water immediately before chewing nicotine gum.
B. Remove dentures prior to chewing nicotine gum.
C. Use nicotine gum for one year to yield bet results.
D. Chew nicotine gum slowly and intermittently for 30 minutes.
D. Chew slowly and intermittently for 30 minutes
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An adult patient reports wanting to quit smoking. Upon chart review, it is noted that this patient
has a psychiatric history that includes anorexia nervousa. Which medication should not be
considered for this patient for smoking cessation?
A. Chantix
B. Nicotine patch C. Bupropion
D. Nicotine spray
C. Bupropion
A patient with severe asthma should be educated to use which of their asthma prescription
medication first? A. Fermetoerol
B. Levalbuterol
C. Budesonide
D. Roflumilast
B. Levalbuterol
Long acting beta agonists must be prescribed with which medication class?
A. Glucocorticoids
B. Short acing beta agonists
C. Oral steriods
D. Methylaxanthines
A. Glucocorticoids
What patient education should be included when prescribing Albuterol? A.
Record symptom frequency and intensity.
B. Use a spacer when inhaler in almost finished.
C. Wait minimum of 30 seconds between use.
D. Use on a fixed schedule.
A. Record symptom frequency and intensity.
Which drug class as no significant drug interactions?
A. Decongestants
B. Expectorants
C. Long acting beta agonists D Oral Steriods
B. Expectorants
A patient with COPD is noted to have a primary bronchitis component. Which medication is now
indicated? A. Prednisone
B. Formetorol
C. Roflumilast
D. Cislesonide
C. Roflumilast
Which medication should be used in the treatment of tuberculosis in pregnancy?
A. Ethambutol
B. Pyridoxine
C. Rifapentine