NR293 FINAL EXAM PREP PART 2 | CHAMBERLAIN
PHARMACOLOGY | PRACTICE TEST & ANSWER
1. Which is the most common use for corticosteroids?
Replacement hormone
Controlling inflammation
Oncology therapy
Increasing muscle tone
2. Describe the role of Methadone in the management of opioid addiction.
Methadone is used as a maintenance therapy to reduce withdrawal
symptoms and cravings in individuals with opioid addiction.
Methadone is a short-acting opioid that is not effective for addiction
treatment.
Methadone is used solely for pain management in chronic conditions.
Methadone is prescribed to increase the effects of other opioids.
3. Describe how the dosing schedule of triphasic oral contraceptives differs
from that of monophasic contraceptives.
Triphasic contraceptives are taken only during the menstrual cycle,
whereas monophasic are taken year-round.
Triphasic contraceptives contain only estrogen, while monophasic
contain both estrogen and progestin.
Triphasic oral contraceptives have three different dose ratios that
change throughout the cycle, while monophasic contraceptives
have a constant dose throughout.
, Triphasic contraceptives are less effective than monophasic
contraceptives.
4. Major side effects of oral contraceptives are _________ _.
Deep vein thrombosis
Ischemic stroke
Myocardial infarction
All of the above
5. Why is it crucial for patients to recognize signs of hypoglycemia when using
insulin?
Recognizing signs of hypoglycemia is primarily for healthcare
providers.
Recognizing signs of hypoglycemia is only important for patients
using oral medications.
Recognizing signs of hypoglycemia is crucial because it allows
patients to take immediate action to prevent severe complications.
Recognizing signs of hypoglycemia is not necessary if they follow a
strict diet.
6. A nurse is preparing to administer a mixture of regular and NPH insulin. If the
nurse accidentally draws the NPH insulin first, what potential issue could
arise?
Improper dosing of the NPH insulin.
No issue will arise if mixed correctly.
Increased effectiveness of the regular insulin.
Contamination of the regular insulin with NPH insulin.
,7. Describe the significance of having a consistent dosage of estrogen and
progestin in monophasic drugs.
It increases the likelihood of breakthrough bleeding.
A consistent dosage helps maintain stable hormone levels, reducing
the risk of side effects.
It allows for greater flexibility in managing hormone levels.
It requires more frequent monitoring of hormone levels.
8. What is the definition of 'onset' in relation to insulin administration?
The duration of insulin's effectiveness in the bloodstream.
The time it takes for insulin to start lowering blood glucose levels
after administration.
The total time insulin remains active in the body.
The peak time when insulin has the maximum effect on blood glucose
levels.
9. What is the dosing frequency for levothyroxine?
Every other day
Twice daily
Weekly
Once daily
10. Describe the typical dosing range for oral levothyroxine and its significance
in treatment.
The dosing for oral levothyroxine is irrelevant to thyroid hormone
management.
, The typical dosing range for oral levothyroxine is 25-200 mcg/day,
which is important for managing thyroid hormone levels in patients
with hypothyroidism.
Oral levothyroxine is only prescribed in doses lower than 25
mcg/day.
Oral levothyroxine is usually given at a fixed dose of 100 mcg/day
regardless of patient needs.
11. A patient with type 1 diabetes is experiencing high blood sugar levels. What
is the most appropriate treatment option?
Administer insulin
Recommend dietary changes only
Prescribe corticosteroids
Increase oral antidiabetic medication
12. What condition is primarily managed with insulin therapy?
Hypertension
Asthma
Hyperlipidemia
Diabetes mellitus
13. Biphasic combined oral contraceptives have:
Low E and low P for the first 5-6 days, then E and P increased for the
next 5-6 days, for the remaining 10 days E is low and P is doubled
Progesterone only
E and P for the first half of the cycle, then P is increased mid-cycle
PHARMACOLOGY | PRACTICE TEST & ANSWER
1. Which is the most common use for corticosteroids?
Replacement hormone
Controlling inflammation
Oncology therapy
Increasing muscle tone
2. Describe the role of Methadone in the management of opioid addiction.
Methadone is used as a maintenance therapy to reduce withdrawal
symptoms and cravings in individuals with opioid addiction.
Methadone is a short-acting opioid that is not effective for addiction
treatment.
Methadone is used solely for pain management in chronic conditions.
Methadone is prescribed to increase the effects of other opioids.
3. Describe how the dosing schedule of triphasic oral contraceptives differs
from that of monophasic contraceptives.
Triphasic contraceptives are taken only during the menstrual cycle,
whereas monophasic are taken year-round.
Triphasic contraceptives contain only estrogen, while monophasic
contain both estrogen and progestin.
Triphasic oral contraceptives have three different dose ratios that
change throughout the cycle, while monophasic contraceptives
have a constant dose throughout.
, Triphasic contraceptives are less effective than monophasic
contraceptives.
4. Major side effects of oral contraceptives are _________ _.
Deep vein thrombosis
Ischemic stroke
Myocardial infarction
All of the above
5. Why is it crucial for patients to recognize signs of hypoglycemia when using
insulin?
Recognizing signs of hypoglycemia is primarily for healthcare
providers.
Recognizing signs of hypoglycemia is only important for patients
using oral medications.
Recognizing signs of hypoglycemia is crucial because it allows
patients to take immediate action to prevent severe complications.
Recognizing signs of hypoglycemia is not necessary if they follow a
strict diet.
6. A nurse is preparing to administer a mixture of regular and NPH insulin. If the
nurse accidentally draws the NPH insulin first, what potential issue could
arise?
Improper dosing of the NPH insulin.
No issue will arise if mixed correctly.
Increased effectiveness of the regular insulin.
Contamination of the regular insulin with NPH insulin.
,7. Describe the significance of having a consistent dosage of estrogen and
progestin in monophasic drugs.
It increases the likelihood of breakthrough bleeding.
A consistent dosage helps maintain stable hormone levels, reducing
the risk of side effects.
It allows for greater flexibility in managing hormone levels.
It requires more frequent monitoring of hormone levels.
8. What is the definition of 'onset' in relation to insulin administration?
The duration of insulin's effectiveness in the bloodstream.
The time it takes for insulin to start lowering blood glucose levels
after administration.
The total time insulin remains active in the body.
The peak time when insulin has the maximum effect on blood glucose
levels.
9. What is the dosing frequency for levothyroxine?
Every other day
Twice daily
Weekly
Once daily
10. Describe the typical dosing range for oral levothyroxine and its significance
in treatment.
The dosing for oral levothyroxine is irrelevant to thyroid hormone
management.
, The typical dosing range for oral levothyroxine is 25-200 mcg/day,
which is important for managing thyroid hormone levels in patients
with hypothyroidism.
Oral levothyroxine is only prescribed in doses lower than 25
mcg/day.
Oral levothyroxine is usually given at a fixed dose of 100 mcg/day
regardless of patient needs.
11. A patient with type 1 diabetes is experiencing high blood sugar levels. What
is the most appropriate treatment option?
Administer insulin
Recommend dietary changes only
Prescribe corticosteroids
Increase oral antidiabetic medication
12. What condition is primarily managed with insulin therapy?
Hypertension
Asthma
Hyperlipidemia
Diabetes mellitus
13. Biphasic combined oral contraceptives have:
Low E and low P for the first 5-6 days, then E and P increased for the
next 5-6 days, for the remaining 10 days E is low and P is doubled
Progesterone only
E and P for the first half of the cycle, then P is increased mid-cycle
