Final Exam: NR565 / NR 565 (Latest
Update ) Advanced
Pharmacology Fundamentals |
Questions and Answers | 100%
Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain
Question:
What are the three types of bowel cleansing agents for colonoscopy?
Answer:
1. Sodium phosphate
2. Combination of sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid
3. PEG plus electrolytes (ELS).
Question:
What is the mechanism of action of osmotic laxatives?
Answer:
They retain water in the large intestine, softening stool and increasing its
volume to stimulate contractions.
,Question:
What are stimulant laxatives and how do they work?
Answer:
They stimulate nerves in the intestinal wall, increasing muscle contractions
and fluid secretion.
Question:
What do bulk-forming laxatives do?
Answer:
They absorb water to form a bulky gel-like substance that stimulates
peristalsis.
Question:
What is the mechanism of action of stool softeners?
Answer:
They increase fat and water in the stool, making it softer and easier to pass.
Question:
What are the contraindications for Metoclopramide (Reglan)?
Answer:
Breastfeeding, older adults, GI obstruction, perforation, hemorrhage.
, Question:
What is Alosetron used for and what are its contraindications?
Answer:
Used for IBS-D in women; contraindicated in constipation, obstruction, toxic
megacolon, and other GI conditions.
Question:
What is the mechanism of action of Lubiprostone (Amitiza)?
Answer:
Activates chloride channels in the intestinal lining, promoting secretion of
chloride-rich fluid and enhancing motility.
Question:
What are the adverse effects of Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)?
Answer:
Sedation, dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation.
Question:
What is Scopolamine indicated for?
Answer:
Motion sickness.
Update ) Advanced
Pharmacology Fundamentals |
Questions and Answers | 100%
Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain
Question:
What are the three types of bowel cleansing agents for colonoscopy?
Answer:
1. Sodium phosphate
2. Combination of sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid
3. PEG plus electrolytes (ELS).
Question:
What is the mechanism of action of osmotic laxatives?
Answer:
They retain water in the large intestine, softening stool and increasing its
volume to stimulate contractions.
,Question:
What are stimulant laxatives and how do they work?
Answer:
They stimulate nerves in the intestinal wall, increasing muscle contractions
and fluid secretion.
Question:
What do bulk-forming laxatives do?
Answer:
They absorb water to form a bulky gel-like substance that stimulates
peristalsis.
Question:
What is the mechanism of action of stool softeners?
Answer:
They increase fat and water in the stool, making it softer and easier to pass.
Question:
What are the contraindications for Metoclopramide (Reglan)?
Answer:
Breastfeeding, older adults, GI obstruction, perforation, hemorrhage.
, Question:
What is Alosetron used for and what are its contraindications?
Answer:
Used for IBS-D in women; contraindicated in constipation, obstruction, toxic
megacolon, and other GI conditions.
Question:
What is the mechanism of action of Lubiprostone (Amitiza)?
Answer:
Activates chloride channels in the intestinal lining, promoting secretion of
chloride-rich fluid and enhancing motility.
Question:
What are the adverse effects of Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)?
Answer:
Sedation, dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation.
Question:
What is Scopolamine indicated for?
Answer:
Motion sickness.
