LPN PHARMACOLOGY EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025

ACE Inhibitors - ANSWERSinhibit angiotensin II, potent vasoconstriction of efferent arterioles. Used to treat hypertension and heart failure. Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors - ANSWERSPromote the accumulation of acytylcholines, resulting in prolonged cholinergic effects. Antacids - ANSWERSMedications which neutralize acids in the stomach and lower excessively high levels of acid that result from eating certain foods. Antianginals - ANSWERSUsed to prevent or treat attacks of angina pectoris; most common is nitroglycerin. Adrenergic - ANSWERSDrug that has the effects of epinephrine Adrenergic Blocking agents - ANSWERSInhibits the adrenergic system, preventing stimulation of the adrenergic receptors. Aldosterone Receptor Antagonists - ANSWERSBlock stimulation of mineralcorticoid receptors by aldosterone, thus reducing high blood pressure by preventing sodium reabsorption. Aminoglycosides - ANSWERSGentimicin, Tobramycin, and related antibiotics; particularly effective against gram-negative microorganisms; noted for potentially dangerous toxicity.