NR566 Final exam study guide 2026 NEWEST EXAM
COMPLETE 100 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
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· When is it safe and not safe to prescribe progesterone (AKA: progestin) - CORRECT
ANSWER: Not safe: if women has had a hysterectomy/pregnant
Safe:
A patient with what type of condition should not take echinacea? - CORRECT ANSWER: HIV
immunocompromised patients
tuberculosis
AUTOIMMUNE DISORDER
Adverse effects of ginger root - CORRECT ANSWER: have the potential to cause CNS
depression and cardiac dysrhythmias. Excessive doses may also cause GI disturbances
Adverse effects of Ginkgo biloba - CORRECT ANSWER: Mild GI Upset
Headache
Lightheadedness
Side Effects reduced by reducing dose
Taken precautious in patients at risk for seizures
Adverse effects of Kava - CORRECT ANSWER: severe liver injury, hepatotoxicity
, Adverse effects of St Johns wort - CORRECT ANSWER: Allergic skin reactions may occur,
especially in people allergic to ragweed and daisies. In addition, the herb may cause CNS effects
(e.g., insomnia, vivid dreams, restlessness, anxiety, agitation, and irritability), as well as GI
discomfort, fatigue, dry mouth, and headache. High-dose therapy may pose a risk for
phototoxicity
Alprostadil (for ED).
Benefits of various routes - CORRECT ANSWER: The injection needs to be done by the patient
or in ER setting: rapidly leads to erection, painless
Intraurethral pellet insertion: can be done by the patient, an erection occurs within 5-10 mins and
lasts 30-60 min. minimal side effects
Alzheimer's.
Rivastigmine Patient teaching - CORRECT ANSWER: can cause bradycardia, fainting, fall, and
fall-related fractures.
family teaching how to prevent fall at home
Alzheimer's.
Cholinesterase inhibitors side effects - CORRECT ANSWER: Most adverse effects (e.g., nausea,
diarrhea, insomnia) are dose-related and can be decreased by starting with lower doses and
increasing gradually. These symptoms usually abate in 2-3 weeks. • Falls are more likely to
occur as a result of bradycardia and other cardiac changes. Initiate fall precautions if hospitalized
and teach patient and family how to prevent falls at home. • To prevent weight loss, encourage
nutritional supplements (e.g., Boost) and snacks between meals. Schedule an appointment with a
registered dietician.
Alzheimer's.
Donepezil. When would it be appropriate to increase the dose? - CORRECT ANSWER: patient
are stabilized on the initial dosage for 1 to 3 months before an increased in dosage
COMPLETE 100 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALREADY GRADED A+ BRAND NEW!!
· When is it safe and not safe to prescribe progesterone (AKA: progestin) - CORRECT
ANSWER: Not safe: if women has had a hysterectomy/pregnant
Safe:
A patient with what type of condition should not take echinacea? - CORRECT ANSWER: HIV
immunocompromised patients
tuberculosis
AUTOIMMUNE DISORDER
Adverse effects of ginger root - CORRECT ANSWER: have the potential to cause CNS
depression and cardiac dysrhythmias. Excessive doses may also cause GI disturbances
Adverse effects of Ginkgo biloba - CORRECT ANSWER: Mild GI Upset
Headache
Lightheadedness
Side Effects reduced by reducing dose
Taken precautious in patients at risk for seizures
Adverse effects of Kava - CORRECT ANSWER: severe liver injury, hepatotoxicity
, Adverse effects of St Johns wort - CORRECT ANSWER: Allergic skin reactions may occur,
especially in people allergic to ragweed and daisies. In addition, the herb may cause CNS effects
(e.g., insomnia, vivid dreams, restlessness, anxiety, agitation, and irritability), as well as GI
discomfort, fatigue, dry mouth, and headache. High-dose therapy may pose a risk for
phototoxicity
Alprostadil (for ED).
Benefits of various routes - CORRECT ANSWER: The injection needs to be done by the patient
or in ER setting: rapidly leads to erection, painless
Intraurethral pellet insertion: can be done by the patient, an erection occurs within 5-10 mins and
lasts 30-60 min. minimal side effects
Alzheimer's.
Rivastigmine Patient teaching - CORRECT ANSWER: can cause bradycardia, fainting, fall, and
fall-related fractures.
family teaching how to prevent fall at home
Alzheimer's.
Cholinesterase inhibitors side effects - CORRECT ANSWER: Most adverse effects (e.g., nausea,
diarrhea, insomnia) are dose-related and can be decreased by starting with lower doses and
increasing gradually. These symptoms usually abate in 2-3 weeks. • Falls are more likely to
occur as a result of bradycardia and other cardiac changes. Initiate fall precautions if hospitalized
and teach patient and family how to prevent falls at home. • To prevent weight loss, encourage
nutritional supplements (e.g., Boost) and snacks between meals. Schedule an appointment with a
registered dietician.
Alzheimer's.
Donepezil. When would it be appropriate to increase the dose? - CORRECT ANSWER: patient
are stabilized on the initial dosage for 1 to 3 months before an increased in dosage
