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What is the MOA of group IV anti-dysrhythmia drugs? - correct answer Depressing
phase 4 depolarization and lengthening phases 1 and 2 repolarization.
Which drug therapy should be used to lower the serum concentration of thyroid
hormones and re-establish eumetabolic state in a patient with Graves' disease? -
correct answer Anti-thyroid drugs.
Which type of diuretic would be used for a stage I hypertension in a patient with
renal insufficiency? - correct answer Loop diuretic.
What drug should be considered as first-line therapy for a client with hypertension
and heart failure? - correct answer Enalapril (Vasotec)
Which drug is considered safe for hypertension treatment during pregnancy? -
correct answer Methyldopa (Aldomet)
What drug will reduce afterload because it is an alpha-adrenergic blocker? - correct
answer Prazosin (Minipress)
What is an expected effect of the use of a beta-adrenergic blocker to control angina?
- correct answer Reduced force of cardiac contraction.
, NURS 5334 Advanced Pharm: Review Final
Exam Questions and Answers {latest
update 2026-2027} 100% Correct – UTA.
What side effect should be monitored closely in the elderly when taking Metformin
(Glucophage) for type 2 diabetes? - correct answer Lactic acidosis.
What is the primary role of cytochrome p-450 in the liver? - correct answer
Deactivate and detoxify medications and other substances.
What is a component of Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors? - correct answer
Prothrombin
How are IV morphine and nitroglycerin beneficial in acute heart failure? - correct
answer Decrease preload.
What is the purpose of administering a vasodilating drug to a patient in heart failure?
- correct answer Decrease afterload.
What are some contrindications for HMG-co A reductase inhibitors (statins)? -
correct answer They cause myopathies, especially at higher doses or in combination
with certain drugs. They should never be used in patients taking Warfarin
(Coumadin).
Which drug can reduce serum LDL the most in patients with hyperlipidemia? -
correct answer Lovastatin (Mevacor)