NURS 2407 PHARMACOLOGY EXAM 2 QUESTION AND CORRECT
ANSWERS LATEST 2024 RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
Question 1
A client begins taking nifedipine, along with metoprolol, to treat hypertension. Why
was metoprolol added to the medication protocol?
A- Reduce flushing
B- Minimize gingival hyperplasia
C- Prevent constipation
D- Prevent reflux tachycardia
Question 2
A client with nosebleeds(epistaxis) and a history of hemophilia A is admitted to the unit
and scheduled for replacement therapy. The nurse should prepare to administer which
medication?
A- Tranexamic acid
B- Aminocaproic acid
C- Factor IX
D- Factor VIII
Question 3
A client taking atorvastatin begins to complain of muscle aches, fatigue, and
weakness. Which of the following should the nurse monitor?
A- The client’s complete blood cell count (CBC)
B- The client’s hemoglobin and hematocrit
C- The client’s ALT/AST levels
D- The client’s creatine kinase (CK) levels
Question 4
A client with a history of previous myocardial infarction (MI) will be prescribed a
calcium channel blocker in addition to nitroglycerin to treat his chronic stable
angina. What other measures may be added to the regimen to prevent further MI
and death? (SATA)
A- Aspirin to decrease platelet aggregation
B- Lovastatin to lower cholesterol and slow progression of coronary artery
disease(CAD)
C- Lithium to stabilize mood
D- Addition of heart-healthy diet and exercise
E- Inhaled glucocorticoids to suppress inflammation
Question 5
A 54-year-old client with a history of hypertension is experiencing a cough, runny
nose, congestion, and fever. The nurse educates the client to avoid which of the
following
over-the-counter medications?
A- Antihistamines
, B- Sympathomimetics
C- Analgesics
D- Antitussives
Question 6
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) begins treatment with an
inhaled glucocorticoid and an inhaled short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (SABA).
Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of teaching regarding this
medication regimen?
A- “I need to use the inhaled glucocorticoid sparingly, as this route causes more side
effects than any other route”.
B- “I should use these inhalers on alternate days to avoid potential interactions”.
ANSWERS LATEST 2024 RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
Question 1
A client begins taking nifedipine, along with metoprolol, to treat hypertension. Why
was metoprolol added to the medication protocol?
A- Reduce flushing
B- Minimize gingival hyperplasia
C- Prevent constipation
D- Prevent reflux tachycardia
Question 2
A client with nosebleeds(epistaxis) and a history of hemophilia A is admitted to the unit
and scheduled for replacement therapy. The nurse should prepare to administer which
medication?
A- Tranexamic acid
B- Aminocaproic acid
C- Factor IX
D- Factor VIII
Question 3
A client taking atorvastatin begins to complain of muscle aches, fatigue, and
weakness. Which of the following should the nurse monitor?
A- The client’s complete blood cell count (CBC)
B- The client’s hemoglobin and hematocrit
C- The client’s ALT/AST levels
D- The client’s creatine kinase (CK) levels
Question 4
A client with a history of previous myocardial infarction (MI) will be prescribed a
calcium channel blocker in addition to nitroglycerin to treat his chronic stable
angina. What other measures may be added to the regimen to prevent further MI
and death? (SATA)
A- Aspirin to decrease platelet aggregation
B- Lovastatin to lower cholesterol and slow progression of coronary artery
disease(CAD)
C- Lithium to stabilize mood
D- Addition of heart-healthy diet and exercise
E- Inhaled glucocorticoids to suppress inflammation
Question 5
A 54-year-old client with a history of hypertension is experiencing a cough, runny
nose, congestion, and fever. The nurse educates the client to avoid which of the
following
over-the-counter medications?
A- Antihistamines
, B- Sympathomimetics
C- Analgesics
D- Antitussives
Question 6
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) begins treatment with an
inhaled glucocorticoid and an inhaled short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (SABA).
Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of teaching regarding this
medication regimen?
A- “I need to use the inhaled glucocorticoid sparingly, as this route causes more side
effects than any other route”.
B- “I should use these inhalers on alternate days to avoid potential interactions”.
