Final Exam Pharmacology PN Questions With Complete
Solutions
which medications are commonly prescribed as a first line
treatment for hypertension?
lisonpril
which of the following statements best describes chronic stable
angina?
occurs with excretion and is relieved by rest
beta blockers help in he management of angina by:
reducing myocardial oxygen demand by slowing the heart rate
a nurse is discharging a client recovering from a myocardial
infarction with a new prescription for nitroglycerin. the client
asks, "how does this nitroglycerine help me?" which is the most
appropriate response by the nurse?
nitroglycerin helps widen blood vessels, improving blood flow
to the heart
what systemic effects can be expected when administering
peripheral vasodilating agents?
decreased blood pressure
a client is experiencing hypotension and tachycardia while
taking pentoxifyline. what is the reason for these side effects?
it causes vasodilation
which medications is used to treat overacting bladder syndrome?
,oxybutynin
which of the following best describes secondary infections?
an infection that occurs after treatment of another infection
a client with coronary artery disease is prescribed aspirin. which
describes the primary action of platelet inhibitors?
prevents platelets from sticking together, reducing the risk of
clot formation
Which client would benefit from anticoagulant therapy?
A client with atrial fibrillation
Which statement accurately describes the primary action of
digoxin?
Increases the strength of heart contractions
A client receiving anti microbial therapy reports a new onset of
diarrhea. Which adverse effect should the nurse suspect?
Clostridium difficile infection
A nurse is caring for a client taking digoxin for heart failure.
Which findings may indicate digoxin toxicity?
Visual disturbances
A nurse is caring for a patient with heart failure who is taking
digoxin. Which finding should prompt the nurse to take
immediate action?
Heart rate of 58 beats per minute
, The nurse monitors for which electrolyte imbalances in a client
undergoing diuretic therapy?
Hypokalemia
What effect can diuretics have on a client with impaired renal
function?
May lead to dehydration
A nurse is monitoring a client receiving diuretic therapy. Which
findings are essential to evaluate the therapeutic response?
Daily weights
Which of the following are common stomach disorders that
typically require drug therapy?
Peptic ulcer disease
Which physiological facto helps prevent ulcers in the stomach?
Production of a protective mucous layer
The action of proton pump inhibitor is to:
Inhibit acid producing enzymes
A client with gastroesophageal reflux disease asks the nurse
about nonpharmacologic interventions. Which intervention
would the nurse recommend as most effective for managing the
condition?
Elevation the head of the bed while sleeping
Which type of nausea commonly occurs prior to receiving
chemotherapy?
Solutions
which medications are commonly prescribed as a first line
treatment for hypertension?
lisonpril
which of the following statements best describes chronic stable
angina?
occurs with excretion and is relieved by rest
beta blockers help in he management of angina by:
reducing myocardial oxygen demand by slowing the heart rate
a nurse is discharging a client recovering from a myocardial
infarction with a new prescription for nitroglycerin. the client
asks, "how does this nitroglycerine help me?" which is the most
appropriate response by the nurse?
nitroglycerin helps widen blood vessels, improving blood flow
to the heart
what systemic effects can be expected when administering
peripheral vasodilating agents?
decreased blood pressure
a client is experiencing hypotension and tachycardia while
taking pentoxifyline. what is the reason for these side effects?
it causes vasodilation
which medications is used to treat overacting bladder syndrome?
,oxybutynin
which of the following best describes secondary infections?
an infection that occurs after treatment of another infection
a client with coronary artery disease is prescribed aspirin. which
describes the primary action of platelet inhibitors?
prevents platelets from sticking together, reducing the risk of
clot formation
Which client would benefit from anticoagulant therapy?
A client with atrial fibrillation
Which statement accurately describes the primary action of
digoxin?
Increases the strength of heart contractions
A client receiving anti microbial therapy reports a new onset of
diarrhea. Which adverse effect should the nurse suspect?
Clostridium difficile infection
A nurse is caring for a client taking digoxin for heart failure.
Which findings may indicate digoxin toxicity?
Visual disturbances
A nurse is caring for a patient with heart failure who is taking
digoxin. Which finding should prompt the nurse to take
immediate action?
Heart rate of 58 beats per minute
, The nurse monitors for which electrolyte imbalances in a client
undergoing diuretic therapy?
Hypokalemia
What effect can diuretics have on a client with impaired renal
function?
May lead to dehydration
A nurse is monitoring a client receiving diuretic therapy. Which
findings are essential to evaluate the therapeutic response?
Daily weights
Which of the following are common stomach disorders that
typically require drug therapy?
Peptic ulcer disease
Which physiological facto helps prevent ulcers in the stomach?
Production of a protective mucous layer
The action of proton pump inhibitor is to:
Inhibit acid producing enzymes
A client with gastroesophageal reflux disease asks the nurse
about nonpharmacologic interventions. Which intervention
would the nurse recommend as most effective for managing the
condition?
Elevation the head of the bed while sleeping
Which type of nausea commonly occurs prior to receiving
chemotherapy?
