NR 566 WEEK 1 QUIZ 1
Question 1
pts
A 68-year-old female has been just diagnosed with osteoporosis and has been prescribed alendronate
(Fosamax). Which of the following should the clinician include in the patient's education?
"Take this medication right before going to bed".
"Take this medication with food to reduce stomach irritation".
"Take this medication with juice to help it absorb better".
Correct!
"Take this medication with plain water on an empty stomach".
Question 2
pts
The onset, peak and duration of isophane insulin (NPH) is which of the following?
Onset=5-30 mins; Peak=0.5-3 hrs; Duration=3-4 hrs.
Onset=1-2 hrs; Peak=none; Duration=20-24 hrs.
Correct!
Onset=1-2 hrs; Peak=4-10 hrs; Duration=10-16 hrs.
Onset=30-60 mins; Peak=2-4 hrs; Duration=3-7 hrs.
Question 3
pts
Insulin lowers blood glucose by which of the following mechanisms?
Inhibits fat storage and enhances mobilization of fat for energy.
Decreases storage of glucose as glycogen in muscle and liver cells.
Correct!
Stimulates glucose entry into cells as energy source.
Enhances glucose formation from non-carbohydrate sources, such as amino acids.
Question 4
Question 1
pts
A 68-year-old female has been just diagnosed with osteoporosis and has been prescribed alendronate
(Fosamax). Which of the following should the clinician include in the patient's education?
"Take this medication right before going to bed".
"Take this medication with food to reduce stomach irritation".
"Take this medication with juice to help it absorb better".
Correct!
"Take this medication with plain water on an empty stomach".
Question 2
pts
The onset, peak and duration of isophane insulin (NPH) is which of the following?
Onset=5-30 mins; Peak=0.5-3 hrs; Duration=3-4 hrs.
Onset=1-2 hrs; Peak=none; Duration=20-24 hrs.
Correct!
Onset=1-2 hrs; Peak=4-10 hrs; Duration=10-16 hrs.
Onset=30-60 mins; Peak=2-4 hrs; Duration=3-7 hrs.
Question 3
pts
Insulin lowers blood glucose by which of the following mechanisms?
Inhibits fat storage and enhances mobilization of fat for energy.
Decreases storage of glucose as glycogen in muscle and liver cells.
Correct!
Stimulates glucose entry into cells as energy source.
Enhances glucose formation from non-carbohydrate sources, such as amino acids.
Question 4
