NUR 521 AVD PHARM BLUEPRINT EXAM 1 2026/2027 |
PHARMACOLOGY STUDY GUIDE, PRACTICE QUESTIONS & EXAM
REVIEW
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Definition
HR
BP
CV exam
Neuro Exam
ADL eval
Skin inspection
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Data to collect with Calcium Channel
Data to obtain with ACE inhibitors
blockers
Data to monitor with Beta blockers
, Baseline data to obtain with
Carbidopa/Levodopa (Sinemet)
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Definition
C – CBC weekly (ANC monitoring) → Agranulocytosis (fever, sore
throat)
.A – Arrhythmia & Myocarditis → ECG, chest pain, fatigue
.R – Risk of Seizures → Dose-dependent, avoid alcohol.
D – Deadly Constipation → Hydrate, fiber, stool softeners.
S – Sedation, Weight Gain, Hypotension → Monitor BP, lipids, glucose.
Key Points:
Monitor ANC weekly (first 6 months), then less frequent.
DO NOT stop suddenly.
Report infection signs, chest pain, or severe constipation.
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What labs should be monitored in patients taking Lithium (Lithobid)?
What would you do if a patient called and complained about a mild complaint
that wasn't a known side effect?
What education should the NP provide to the patient and family regarding
possible side effects and patient monitoring when prescribing Clozapine
(Clozaril)?
, What conditions is Dantrolene used to treat?
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Definition
Liver: (ALT, AST)
Cardio: BP, ECG for arrhythmias/cardiomyopathy
Neuro: Cognitive function, peripheral neuropathy
Mental Health: Screen for depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts
GI: Symptoms of gastritis, ulcers, pancreatitis
Immune: Monitor infections
Behavioral: Assess social and job issues
CIWA Scale: Monitor alcohol withdrawal (tremors, anxiety, sweating)
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How does Lidocaine (Xylocaine) Goal of treatment for substance
work? What is it used for? abuse disorder
In which condition is Dantrolene How to monitor for AEs of long-
contraindicated? term alcohol abuse
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, Term
How does Pyridostigmine (Mestinon) work?
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Blocks acetylcholine receptors to decrease cholinergic activity.
Enhances the release of acetylcholine from nerve endings to reduce cholinergic
action.
Prevents degradation of acetylcholine by acetylcholinesterase which makes
more acetylcholine (ACh) available to activate receptors and enhance
cholinergic action
Increases the synthesis of acetylcholine to inhibit cholinergic effects.
Don't know?
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Term
What is the Beers Criteria and why is it used?
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PHARMACOLOGY STUDY GUIDE, PRACTICE QUESTIONS & EXAM
REVIEW
1 of 266
Definition
HR
BP
CV exam
Neuro Exam
ADL eval
Skin inspection
Give this one a go later!
Data to collect with Calcium Channel
Data to obtain with ACE inhibitors
blockers
Data to monitor with Beta blockers
, Baseline data to obtain with
Carbidopa/Levodopa (Sinemet)
Don't know?
2 of 266
Definition
C – CBC weekly (ANC monitoring) → Agranulocytosis (fever, sore
throat)
.A – Arrhythmia & Myocarditis → ECG, chest pain, fatigue
.R – Risk of Seizures → Dose-dependent, avoid alcohol.
D – Deadly Constipation → Hydrate, fiber, stool softeners.
S – Sedation, Weight Gain, Hypotension → Monitor BP, lipids, glucose.
Key Points:
Monitor ANC weekly (first 6 months), then less frequent.
DO NOT stop suddenly.
Report infection signs, chest pain, or severe constipation.
Give this one a go later!
What labs should be monitored in patients taking Lithium (Lithobid)?
What would you do if a patient called and complained about a mild complaint
that wasn't a known side effect?
What education should the NP provide to the patient and family regarding
possible side effects and patient monitoring when prescribing Clozapine
(Clozaril)?
, What conditions is Dantrolene used to treat?
Don't know?
3 of 266
Definition
Liver: (ALT, AST)
Cardio: BP, ECG for arrhythmias/cardiomyopathy
Neuro: Cognitive function, peripheral neuropathy
Mental Health: Screen for depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts
GI: Symptoms of gastritis, ulcers, pancreatitis
Immune: Monitor infections
Behavioral: Assess social and job issues
CIWA Scale: Monitor alcohol withdrawal (tremors, anxiety, sweating)
Give this one a go later!
How does Lidocaine (Xylocaine) Goal of treatment for substance
work? What is it used for? abuse disorder
In which condition is Dantrolene How to monitor for AEs of long-
contraindicated? term alcohol abuse
Don't know?
4 of 266
, Term
How does Pyridostigmine (Mestinon) work?
Give this one a go later!
Blocks acetylcholine receptors to decrease cholinergic activity.
Enhances the release of acetylcholine from nerve endings to reduce cholinergic
action.
Prevents degradation of acetylcholine by acetylcholinesterase which makes
more acetylcholine (ACh) available to activate receptors and enhance
cholinergic action
Increases the synthesis of acetylcholine to inhibit cholinergic effects.
Don't know?
5 of 266
Term
What is the Beers Criteria and why is it used?
Give this one a go later!
