NRSG 2350 PHARMACOLOGY EXAM 2 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS … EXAM
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NRSG 2350
Pharmacology Exam 2
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Complete
Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
58 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 58 verified pharmacology questions with correct answers
provided, offering concise explanations for each item. It covers critical aspects of
pharmacology relevant to nursing practice. This resource is suitable for effective study,
review, and certification preparation, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of essential
pharmacological concepts.
CONTENTS
Anemia Medications Q1–Q5
Anticoagulants and Antiplatelets Q6–Q19
Sympathomimetics and CNS Stimulants Q20–Q25
Page 1
, Neurological Pharmacology Q26–Q39
Analgesics and Opioids Q40–Q50
Cardiovascular Pharmacology Q51–Q58
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 58
epoetin alfa (Epogen, Procrit)
CORRECT ANSWER
Treats anemia associated with renal failure and AIDS
Decreases need for blood transfusions in patients undergoing surgery
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 58
Darbepoetin alfa (Aranesp)
CORRECT ANSWER
Treats anemia associated with chronic kidney disease including patients on dialysis
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 58
ferrous sulfate (Feosol)
CORRECT ANSWER
Treatment of iron deficiency anemia
Actions: elevated serum iron + converts to hemoglobin or stored for eventual conversion to
usable form of iron
ORAL
AE: GI, anorexia, NVD, CNS toxicity leading to coma, death with OD
CONSIDER: iron absorption DECREASES if taken with antacids, tetracyclines (if needed take 2
hrs apart - same with ciprofloaxin)
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, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 58
Ferrous Gluconate (Fergon)
CORRECT ANSWER
iron supplement
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 58
Iron Dextran (Venofer)
CORRECT ANSWER
Treatment of iron deficiency anemia (parenteral)
Risks: associated with severe anaphylactic reactions, local irritations, staining of tissues
monitor patient during infusion
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 58
Hydroxyurea (Droxia)
CORRECT ANSWER
treats SICKLE CELL ANEMIA: decreases need for blood transfusions
Actions: increases fetal hemoglobin production in the bone marrow and dilutes formation of
abnormal hemoglobin S
ORAL
AE: dizzy, HA, Rash, Anorexia, Bone marrow depression, Cancer
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 58
Heparin
Page 3
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NRSG 2350
Pharmacology Exam 2
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Complete
Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
58 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 58 verified pharmacology questions with correct answers
provided, offering concise explanations for each item. It covers critical aspects of
pharmacology relevant to nursing practice. This resource is suitable for effective study,
review, and certification preparation, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of essential
pharmacological concepts.
CONTENTS
Anemia Medications Q1–Q5
Anticoagulants and Antiplatelets Q6–Q19
Sympathomimetics and CNS Stimulants Q20–Q25
Page 1
, Neurological Pharmacology Q26–Q39
Analgesics and Opioids Q40–Q50
Cardiovascular Pharmacology Q51–Q58
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 58
epoetin alfa (Epogen, Procrit)
CORRECT ANSWER
Treats anemia associated with renal failure and AIDS
Decreases need for blood transfusions in patients undergoing surgery
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 58
Darbepoetin alfa (Aranesp)
CORRECT ANSWER
Treats anemia associated with chronic kidney disease including patients on dialysis
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 58
ferrous sulfate (Feosol)
CORRECT ANSWER
Treatment of iron deficiency anemia
Actions: elevated serum iron + converts to hemoglobin or stored for eventual conversion to
usable form of iron
ORAL
AE: GI, anorexia, NVD, CNS toxicity leading to coma, death with OD
CONSIDER: iron absorption DECREASES if taken with antacids, tetracyclines (if needed take 2
hrs apart - same with ciprofloaxin)
Page 2
, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 58
Ferrous Gluconate (Fergon)
CORRECT ANSWER
iron supplement
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 58
Iron Dextran (Venofer)
CORRECT ANSWER
Treatment of iron deficiency anemia (parenteral)
Risks: associated with severe anaphylactic reactions, local irritations, staining of tissues
monitor patient during infusion
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 58
Hydroxyurea (Droxia)
CORRECT ANSWER
treats SICKLE CELL ANEMIA: decreases need for blood transfusions
Actions: increases fetal hemoglobin production in the bone marrow and dilutes formation of
abnormal hemoglobin S
ORAL
AE: dizzy, HA, Rash, Anorexia, Bone marrow depression, Cancer
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 58
Heparin
Page 3
