NURS 1140 Pharm Final Exam EAQs Latest Update Graded A+

NURS 1140 Pharm Final Exam EAQs
Latest Update Graded A+

What is the primary function of diuretics in treating hypertension?

A) Increase blood sugar levels

B) Decrease blood clotting


✔✔C) Reduce fluid volume to lower blood pressure


D) Increase heart rate




Which symptom is commonly associated with opioid overdose?

A) Increased energy

B) High blood pressure


✔✔C) Respiratory depression


D) Diarrhea




What is the antidote for heparin overdose?

A) Naloxone


✔✔B) Protamine sulfate



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,C) Vitamin K

D) Activated charcoal




Which drug class is commonly prescribed to treat bacterial infections?


✔✔A) Antibiotics


B) Antifungals

C) Antivirals

D) Antihistamines




Why are beta-blockers prescribed in heart failure patients?

A) To raise blood pressure


✔✔B) To reduce the workload on the heart and lower blood pressure


C) To increase heart rate

D) To prevent fluid retention




Which side effect is most commonly associated with ACE inhibitors?

A) Bradycardia


✔✔B) Persistent dry cough


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, C) Nausea

D) Headache




What should patients avoid when taking statins?


✔✔A) Grapefruit juice


B) Dairy products

C) Vitamin supplements

D) Leafy vegetables




Which medication is used to reverse the effects of benzodiazepines?

A) Naloxone


✔✔B) Flumazenil


C) Protamine sulfate

D) Atropine




How do calcium channel blockers help manage hypertension?


✔✔A) By relaxing blood vessels and reducing heart rate


B) By increasing blood volume


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