NUR 555 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY 2026/2027 | COMPLETE EXAM
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1. Which antibiotics are included in the treatment regimen for pelvic
inflammatory disease?
Amoxicillin and azithromycin
Ceftriaxone and doxycycline
Clindamycin and vancomycin
Penicillin and tetracycline
2. In a scenario where a patient is experiencing unexpected side effects from a
medication, what role does monitoring play in addressing this issue?
Monitoring is irrelevant in this situation as side effects are always
predictable.
Monitoring helps identify the side effects and informs adjustments
to the medication regimen.
Monitoring only serves to document the side effects without
influencing treatment decisions.
Monitoring is only necessary after the medication has been
prescribed.
3. Why is it important to monitor for signs of depression and suicidal thoughts in
patients taking Gabapentin?
Because Gabapentin can affect mood and may increase the risk of
suicidal ideation.
Because monitoring is only necessary for elderly patients.
Because Gabapentin is primarily used for pain relief.
, Because Gabapentin has no known side effects.
4. Describe the relationship between surgical stress and ADH levels in the
context of water balance.
Surgical stress only affects electrolyte balance, not ADH levels.
Surgical stress has no impact on ADH levels.
Surgical stress leads to increased ADH levels, which promotes
water retention and reduces urinary output.
Surgical stress decreases ADH levels, leading to increased urinary
output.
5. In a post-operative patient exhibiting signs of fluid overload, what role does
ADH play in their condition?
ADH is promoting diuresis, helping to reduce fluid overload.
ADH is only relevant in the context of electrolyte management.
ADH is causing water retention, contributing to fluid overload.
ADH has no role in fluid balance post-operatively.
6. Describe why organ function is a critical factor in determining medication
dosing for pregnant women.
Organ function is less important than the mother's diet and exercise
habits.
Organ function affects drug metabolism and clearance, which can
impact the safety and efficacy of medications during pregnancy.
Organ function does not influence medication dosing in pregnant
women.
Organ function only matters for medications that are injected.
,7. Which of the following statements are true regarding the sulfonylureas?
For this class of drugs to be effective, the patient must still have
functioning beta cells since these drugs stimulate insulin production.
Sulfonylureas are used as second-step drugs for patients for patients
whose A1C levels remain elevated with metformin .
The drugs currently used are the second generation drugs such as
glimepiride (Amaryl), glipizide (Glucotrol), and glyburide (DiaBeta)
because they have a better potency and adverse effect profile than 1st
generation drugs.
None of the above
All of the above
8. If a patient accidentally takes an additional dose of acetaminophen while on
Vicodin, what should they do?
Continue taking Vicodin as prescribed.
Take more acetaminophen to counteract the effects.
Contact a healthcare provider immediately.
Wait to see if symptoms develop before taking action.
9. In a patient diagnosed with thyroid cancer, which radioactive medication
might be considered for treatment, and what is its purpose?
Radioactive barium, used for gastrointestinal studies.
Radioactive potassium, used to enhance imaging.
Radioactive cobalt, used for pain management.
Radioactive iodine, used to destroy thyroid cancer cells.
, 10. Transgender men on testosterone replacement are more likely to
experience which adverse drug reaction?
Adverse lipid changes
Heart attack or stroke
Insulin resistance of diabetes
A worsening of migraine headaches
11. What are the three main reasons for monitoring in pharmacology?
To increase medication adherence, improve patient satisfaction, and
reduce costs.
To ensure compliance with regulations, manage inventory, and
educate patients.
To assess effectiveness, detect adverse effects, and adjust
treatment plans.
To evaluate patient history, prescribe new medications, and conduct
laboratory tests.
12. What is the primary goal of medication management in nursing?
To minimize patient education about drugs.
To increase the number of prescriptions written.
To ensure safe and effective use of medications.
To focus solely on drug interactions.
13. If a patient is not adhering to their medication regimen, what role does
patient education play in addressing this issue?
Patient education is not effective in improving adherence.
PREP | HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE QUESTIONS & CORRECT ANSWERS |
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE | LATEST UPDATE
1. Which antibiotics are included in the treatment regimen for pelvic
inflammatory disease?
Amoxicillin and azithromycin
Ceftriaxone and doxycycline
Clindamycin and vancomycin
Penicillin and tetracycline
2. In a scenario where a patient is experiencing unexpected side effects from a
medication, what role does monitoring play in addressing this issue?
Monitoring is irrelevant in this situation as side effects are always
predictable.
Monitoring helps identify the side effects and informs adjustments
to the medication regimen.
Monitoring only serves to document the side effects without
influencing treatment decisions.
Monitoring is only necessary after the medication has been
prescribed.
3. Why is it important to monitor for signs of depression and suicidal thoughts in
patients taking Gabapentin?
Because Gabapentin can affect mood and may increase the risk of
suicidal ideation.
Because monitoring is only necessary for elderly patients.
Because Gabapentin is primarily used for pain relief.
, Because Gabapentin has no known side effects.
4. Describe the relationship between surgical stress and ADH levels in the
context of water balance.
Surgical stress only affects electrolyte balance, not ADH levels.
Surgical stress has no impact on ADH levels.
Surgical stress leads to increased ADH levels, which promotes
water retention and reduces urinary output.
Surgical stress decreases ADH levels, leading to increased urinary
output.
5. In a post-operative patient exhibiting signs of fluid overload, what role does
ADH play in their condition?
ADH is promoting diuresis, helping to reduce fluid overload.
ADH is only relevant in the context of electrolyte management.
ADH is causing water retention, contributing to fluid overload.
ADH has no role in fluid balance post-operatively.
6. Describe why organ function is a critical factor in determining medication
dosing for pregnant women.
Organ function is less important than the mother's diet and exercise
habits.
Organ function affects drug metabolism and clearance, which can
impact the safety and efficacy of medications during pregnancy.
Organ function does not influence medication dosing in pregnant
women.
Organ function only matters for medications that are injected.
,7. Which of the following statements are true regarding the sulfonylureas?
For this class of drugs to be effective, the patient must still have
functioning beta cells since these drugs stimulate insulin production.
Sulfonylureas are used as second-step drugs for patients for patients
whose A1C levels remain elevated with metformin .
The drugs currently used are the second generation drugs such as
glimepiride (Amaryl), glipizide (Glucotrol), and glyburide (DiaBeta)
because they have a better potency and adverse effect profile than 1st
generation drugs.
None of the above
All of the above
8. If a patient accidentally takes an additional dose of acetaminophen while on
Vicodin, what should they do?
Continue taking Vicodin as prescribed.
Take more acetaminophen to counteract the effects.
Contact a healthcare provider immediately.
Wait to see if symptoms develop before taking action.
9. In a patient diagnosed with thyroid cancer, which radioactive medication
might be considered for treatment, and what is its purpose?
Radioactive barium, used for gastrointestinal studies.
Radioactive potassium, used to enhance imaging.
Radioactive cobalt, used for pain management.
Radioactive iodine, used to destroy thyroid cancer cells.
, 10. Transgender men on testosterone replacement are more likely to
experience which adverse drug reaction?
Adverse lipid changes
Heart attack or stroke
Insulin resistance of diabetes
A worsening of migraine headaches
11. What are the three main reasons for monitoring in pharmacology?
To increase medication adherence, improve patient satisfaction, and
reduce costs.
To ensure compliance with regulations, manage inventory, and
educate patients.
To assess effectiveness, detect adverse effects, and adjust
treatment plans.
To evaluate patient history, prescribe new medications, and conduct
laboratory tests.
12. What is the primary goal of medication management in nursing?
To minimize patient education about drugs.
To increase the number of prescriptions written.
To ensure safe and effective use of medications.
To focus solely on drug interactions.
13. If a patient is not adhering to their medication regimen, what role does
patient education play in addressing this issue?
Patient education is not effective in improving adherence.
