NUR 144 Module C Study Guide 2026 – Pharmacology Nursing Review

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NUR 144 Module C Study Guide 2026 – Comprehensive Pharmacology Review Prepare for NUR 144 Module C 2026 with this organized study resource designed to help nursing students review essential pharmacology concepts and prepare effectively for quizzes and assessments. This guide provides focused review material covering medication principles, therapeutic effects, adverse effects, patient safety, and nursing considerations relevant to Module C. What You'll Find NUR 144 Module C pharmacology review material Key medication concepts and terminology Pharmacologic principles and therapeutic uses Medication classifications and clinical considerations Adverse effects and safety considerations Nursing assessment and monitoring Patient education and medication administration Organized material for efficient revision Ideal For NUR 144 nursing students Module C pharmacology review Quiz and exam preparation Unit assessment preparation Quick revision and focused studying Self-study and knowledge reinforcement Supplementing lectures, textbooks, and class notes Course: NUR 144 Subject: Pharmacology Module: Module C Year: 2026 Use this study guide alongside your instructor-provided materials, lectures, textbook, current medication references, and other approved course resources to reinforce your knowledge and prepare effectively for assessments.

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NUR 144 Module C
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What is blood pressure? -
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correct answer Measurement of force applied to artery wall
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What are the 3 elements of blood pressure? -
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correct answer *HR* x *SV* x *TR*
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Heart rate X Stroke volume X Total resistance(peripheral/s
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What does high blood pressure mean? -
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correct answer The blood is pushing too hard against the ar
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tery walls
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correct answer hardening of the artery cause by high blood
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pressure scarring the artery walls
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correct answer Decrease in blood pressure related to positi
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onal or postural changes from lying to sitting or standing po
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How many times would a nurse take a patients blood pressu
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re who has suspected orthostatic hypotension? -
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correct answer 3 times
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-While the patient is lying down, sitting, & standing
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correct answer A *minor* reaction to a drug that self resol
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correct answer A drug effect that occurs due to high levels
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of drug build-up in the blood
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What is hypertension? - correct answer -
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150/90 (persistently) for patients older than 60
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-140/90 (persistently) for patients under 60 and
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correct answer 1. Aldosterone release from adrenals ->
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2. Renin release from kidneys ->
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3. Angiotensin 1 release from liver ->
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4. Angiotensin converting enzyme released from
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5. ACE converts angiotensin 1 into angiotensin 2 ->
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6. Angiotensin 2 raises BP by connecting to smooth muscle
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