NSG5240 PHARM QUIZ 1 Questions
With Correct Answers A+ Grade
When prescribing lovastatin, what will a provider advise to decrease the risk of developing
muscle toxicity? - CORRECT ANSWER -Substitute grapefruit juice with orange juice.
A provider has prescribed a female patient a medication that induces P-glycoprotein (PGP). The
provider will be particularly concerned about which aspects of the patient's medical history? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Intestinal problems, Kidney function, Liver function
An older adult patient with a history of forgetfulness will need to take multiple drugs after
discharge from the hospital. What provider action will most successfully promote medication
adherence in a forgetful patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -Schedule medications to be taken at the
same times as much as possible.
A patient reports that Brand X tablets work faster than Brand Y tablets of the same amount of
the same drug. Which statement informs the prescriber's response when explaining this
phenomenon to the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -Inactive ingredients used in composition can
result in differing rates of dissolution, which can alter the drug's onset of action.
A child attending daycare is prescribed 750 mg of an antibiotic for 10 days. The drug may be
dosed in several ways and is available in two concentrations. Which dosing regimen will the
provider consider to best assure drug adherence? - CORRECT ANSWER -375 mg of a 500 mg/5
mL solution PO twice daily
Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics - CORRECT ANSWER -
constipation
When prescribing drugs with a narrow therapeutic index, what intervention does the provider
take to decrease risk to the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -Monitor the patient's plasma drug
levels at regular intervals.
With Correct Answers A+ Grade
When prescribing lovastatin, what will a provider advise to decrease the risk of developing
muscle toxicity? - CORRECT ANSWER -Substitute grapefruit juice with orange juice.
A provider has prescribed a female patient a medication that induces P-glycoprotein (PGP). The
provider will be particularly concerned about which aspects of the patient's medical history? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Intestinal problems, Kidney function, Liver function
An older adult patient with a history of forgetfulness will need to take multiple drugs after
discharge from the hospital. What provider action will most successfully promote medication
adherence in a forgetful patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -Schedule medications to be taken at the
same times as much as possible.
A patient reports that Brand X tablets work faster than Brand Y tablets of the same amount of
the same drug. Which statement informs the prescriber's response when explaining this
phenomenon to the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -Inactive ingredients used in composition can
result in differing rates of dissolution, which can alter the drug's onset of action.
A child attending daycare is prescribed 750 mg of an antibiotic for 10 days. The drug may be
dosed in several ways and is available in two concentrations. Which dosing regimen will the
provider consider to best assure drug adherence? - CORRECT ANSWER -375 mg of a 500 mg/5
mL solution PO twice daily
Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics - CORRECT ANSWER -
constipation
When prescribing drugs with a narrow therapeutic index, what intervention does the provider
take to decrease risk to the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -Monitor the patient's plasma drug
levels at regular intervals.
