NUR2474 / NUR 2474 Pharmacology Exam Review – Questions & Verified Answers (2026–2027 Update) – Rasmussen

Exam 1 NUR2474-NUR 2474 (New 2026-
2027 Update) Pharmacology Review with
Questions and Verified Answers 100% Correct
Grade A – Rasmussen

QUESTION
Neuroleptics (antipsychotics/ anticonvulsants)

Answer:
Typical: loxapine, chlorpro- maxine, molindone
Atypical: clozapine, risperidone, aripiprazole
Anticonvulsants: lithium, phenytoin, gabapentin



QUESTION
Neuroleptics Side Effects

Answer:
S/E:
neuroleptic malignant syndrome, tachycardia, seizures, sedation
ANTICHOLINERGIC EFFECTS


QUESTION
Neuroleptics USES

Answer:
Schizophrenia
Bipolar
Psychosis



QUESTION
STUDOVA

,Neuroleptics Action
Answer:
Blocks dopamine receptors



QUESTION
Flexeril

Answer:
(muscle relaxant)
Used for relief of muscle spasms and musculoskeletal conditions



QUESTION
Flexeril Action

Answer:
Reduces muscle activity at the brainstem



QUESTION
Flexeril Assessment/ Contraindications

Answer:
Contraindication: hypersensitivity
Assessment: pain, muscle stiffness, ROM Pregnancy Schedule B



QUESTION
Flexeril (dosage)

Answer:
10 mg
(adults 20-
40/day



QUESTION
Flexeril Side Effects
STUDOVA

, Answer:
S/E and A/E: dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, fatigue, headache, blurred vision, dry
mouth ADRENERGIC EFFECTS



QUESTION
Cogentin

Answer:
Treatment of Parkinson's disease
Reduces rigidity and tremors Blocks cholinergic activity in CNS ANTICHOLINERGIC
EFFECTS



QUESTION
Cogentin Assessment

Answer:
Assess parkinsonian and extrapyramidal symptoms, bowel function, intake and output



QUESTION
Cogentin (dosage)

Answer:
1-2 mg/day



QUESTION
Cogentin Side Effects

Answer:
S/E and A/E: confusion, depression, dizziness, hallu- cinations, headache, sedation,
weakness, dry eyes, tachycardia, constipation, dry mouth



QUESTION

STUDOVA