NURS 5334 PHARM FINAL EXAM 2025
NURS 5334 PHARM FINAL EXAM 2025
,NURS 5334 PHARM FINAL EXAM 2025
What are three drugs that can be combined with Hydrocodone? (Pain
Management Mod 3) - ANSWERAspirin
Acetaminophen Ibuprofen
Benzodiazepines and CNS depressants can be paired with acetaminophen-
hydrocodone,
True or False? - ANSWERFalse, this could lead to respiratory depression
Why would you give a patient Buprenorphine for maintenance once they
recovered from opioid abuse? - ANSWERPartial opioid agonist that activated
opioid receptors but produces less degree of euphoria and physical dependence
compared to a full agonist
Why would you give a patient Naltrexone for maintenance once they recovered
from opioid abuse? - ANSWERNaltrexone is a opioid antagonist that blocks the
euphoric and sedative effects of opioids.
What are 3 side effects of Hydrocodone? - ANSWERConstipation Respiratory
depression
Addition
What's the MOA of Sumatriptan? (-triptan) - ANSWERSelective agonist for
serotonin 5HT receptors on intracranial blood vessels and sensory nerves of the
trigeminal system, causes VASOCONSTRICTION and reduces neurogenic
inflammation
What is the supplement Feverfew used for? - ANSWERMigraine Prophylaxis
NURS 5334 PHARM FINAL EXAM 2025
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Which types of drugs cannot be combined with Feverfew? - ANSWERAntiplatlets
Anticoagulants
Increased risk of bleeding in patients taking antiplatelets (Aspirin) and
anticoagulants (Wafarin)
How much Folic acid need to be given for a Folic Acid Deficiency? - ANSWERGive
1- 2mg/day PO for a deficiency
How much folic acid should a woman of child bearing age take? - ANSWER400-
800 mcg daily
How much folic acid is recommended for a pregnant women? - ANSWER400-600
mcg/day
If a patient comes in using Tacrolimus and Pimecrlimus cream, what is this for? -
ANSWERAtopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Ace inhibitors are contraindicated in pregnancy. While treatment of heart failure
during during pregnancy is best done by a special, which of the following drug
classes are considered to be safe at least in the later parts of pregnancy?
A. Diuretics
B. ARBS
C. Beta blockers
D. Nitrates - ANSWERC. Beta blockers
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What are the names of two medications that are safe for pregnant women? -
ANSWERMethyldopa and Labetalol are the traditional agents of choice for
pregnant women
Why can Methyldopa and Labetalol be used in pregnant women? - ANSWERThese
drugs have limited effects on uteroplacental and fetal
Hemodynamics and do not adversing effect the fetus or neonate
Anticholinergics such as Trihexyphenidyl and Benztropine can help with drooling
in Parkinson's patients, True or False? - ANSWERTrue
A patient with COPD comes in to the hospital for the second time for moderate
exacerbation. The eosinophils are 312. What medication should this patient be on
to manage symptoms?
A. Salmeterol
B. Formoteral + Albuterol
C. Albuterol + Budesonide
D. Salmeterol + aclidinium + Budesonide - ANSWERD. Salmeterol + aclidinium
+ Budesonide
If Eosinophils are greater than or equal to 300, then you should consider a
LABA+LAMA+ICS
COPD Group A - ANSWERBroncodilator
COPD Group B - ANSWERLABA + LAMA
NURS 5334 PHARM FINAL EXAM 2025