Exam 4: NURS 615/ NURS615 (New 2024/ 2025 Update)
Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics Guide with Qs & As|
100% Correct| Grade A (Verified Answers)- Maryville
,
, QUESTION
A patient reports recurrent heartburn and has been taking over-the-counter ranitidine.
Which statement best reflects the current status of ranitidine formulations?
Answer
Ranitidine products were withdrawn from the US market due to concerns over NDMA
contamination, a probable human carcinogen.
QUESTION
A patient with GERD is prescribed omeprazole. What key education point should be
included regarding the administration of this medication?
Answer
It should be taken at least 30-60 minutes before the first meal of the day for optimal
effectiveness.
QUESTION
A patient with a history of peptic ulcer disease is started on sucralfate. What is the
mechanism of action of this medication?
Answer
It forms a protective barrier over the ulcer site by binding to proteins in the base of the
ulcer, protecting it from acid, bile, and pepsin.
QUESTION
When considering the use of prokinetic agents like metoclopramide for gastroparesis,
the provider must monitor for which serious adverse effect?
Answer
Irreversible tardive dyskinesia, especially with long-term use, warranting a black box
warning.
Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics Guide with Qs & As|
100% Correct| Grade A (Verified Answers)- Maryville
,
, QUESTION
A patient reports recurrent heartburn and has been taking over-the-counter ranitidine.
Which statement best reflects the current status of ranitidine formulations?
Answer
Ranitidine products were withdrawn from the US market due to concerns over NDMA
contamination, a probable human carcinogen.
QUESTION
A patient with GERD is prescribed omeprazole. What key education point should be
included regarding the administration of this medication?
Answer
It should be taken at least 30-60 minutes before the first meal of the day for optimal
effectiveness.
QUESTION
A patient with a history of peptic ulcer disease is started on sucralfate. What is the
mechanism of action of this medication?
Answer
It forms a protective barrier over the ulcer site by binding to proteins in the base of the
ulcer, protecting it from acid, bile, and pepsin.
QUESTION
When considering the use of prokinetic agents like metoclopramide for gastroparesis,
the provider must monitor for which serious adverse effect?
Answer
Irreversible tardive dyskinesia, especially with long-term use, warranting a black box
warning.
