NSG 124 Exam 1 | Pharmacology Exam |
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First generation H1 antagonist mechanism of action
- Correct Answer - blocks H1 receptor but also block CNS receptors
causing sedating effect
Second generation H1 antagonist mechanism of action
- Correct Answer - blocks histamine receptors, but is more selective
causing less sedative properties
What drugs are considered NSAIDs?
- Correct Answer - aspirin, ibuproen (Advil, Motrin), celecoxib (Celebrex)
acetaminophen (mechanism of action)
- Correct Answer - Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis in CNS
acetaminophen (adverse effects)
- Correct Answer - hepatotoxicity, nausea/ vomiting, abdominal pain
,acetaminophen (Tylenol) (therapeutic use)
- Correct Answer - Analgesia for mild to moderate pain
Fever reduction
Does not have anti-inflammatory properties
Signs of acute toxicity acetaminophen
- Correct Answer - nausea/vomiting, confusion, hypotension, jaundice, liver
& kidney failure
What drugs are considered glucocorticoids?
- Correct Answer - hydrocortisone, prednisone (Deltasone)
hydrocortisone (therapeutic use)
- Correct Answer - allergies, reduces itchiness, redness, and swelling
prednisone (Deltasone) therapeutic use
- Correct Answer - controls inflammation of joints and organs
What drugs are used for allergic rhinitis, cough & colds?
- Correct Answer - beclomethasone, azelastine (Astelin), loratadine
(Claritin), phenylephrine, dextromethorphan
, What kinds of medications are used to treat colds and allergies?
- Correct Answer - Glucocorticoids, nasal decongestants, cough meds,
analgesics, antihistamines, caffeine
What drugs are considered laxatives?
- Correct Answer - psyllium (Metamucil), docusate sodium (Colace),
bisacodyl (Dulcolax), magnesium hydroxide (Miralax)
Bulk forming laxatives MOA
- Correct Answer - absorbs water to increase bulk and weight of stool
psyllium (Metamucil)
Surfactant laxatives MOA
- Correct Answer - stool softener; detergent action allows water and fat to
penetrate the stool, making it softer and easier to eliminate
Stimulant laxatives MOA
- Correct Answer - increases peristalsis via intestinal nerve stimulation
bisacodyl (Dulcolax)
Questions and Answers Rated A+ |
Latest 2024/2025 Guide
First generation H1 antagonist mechanism of action
- Correct Answer - blocks H1 receptor but also block CNS receptors
causing sedating effect
Second generation H1 antagonist mechanism of action
- Correct Answer - blocks histamine receptors, but is more selective
causing less sedative properties
What drugs are considered NSAIDs?
- Correct Answer - aspirin, ibuproen (Advil, Motrin), celecoxib (Celebrex)
acetaminophen (mechanism of action)
- Correct Answer - Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis in CNS
acetaminophen (adverse effects)
- Correct Answer - hepatotoxicity, nausea/ vomiting, abdominal pain
,acetaminophen (Tylenol) (therapeutic use)
- Correct Answer - Analgesia for mild to moderate pain
Fever reduction
Does not have anti-inflammatory properties
Signs of acute toxicity acetaminophen
- Correct Answer - nausea/vomiting, confusion, hypotension, jaundice, liver
& kidney failure
What drugs are considered glucocorticoids?
- Correct Answer - hydrocortisone, prednisone (Deltasone)
hydrocortisone (therapeutic use)
- Correct Answer - allergies, reduces itchiness, redness, and swelling
prednisone (Deltasone) therapeutic use
- Correct Answer - controls inflammation of joints and organs
What drugs are used for allergic rhinitis, cough & colds?
- Correct Answer - beclomethasone, azelastine (Astelin), loratadine
(Claritin), phenylephrine, dextromethorphan
, What kinds of medications are used to treat colds and allergies?
- Correct Answer - Glucocorticoids, nasal decongestants, cough meds,
analgesics, antihistamines, caffeine
What drugs are considered laxatives?
- Correct Answer - psyllium (Metamucil), docusate sodium (Colace),
bisacodyl (Dulcolax), magnesium hydroxide (Miralax)
Bulk forming laxatives MOA
- Correct Answer - absorbs water to increase bulk and weight of stool
psyllium (Metamucil)
Surfactant laxatives MOA
- Correct Answer - stool softener; detergent action allows water and fat to
penetrate the stool, making it softer and easier to eliminate
Stimulant laxatives MOA
- Correct Answer - increases peristalsis via intestinal nerve stimulation
bisacodyl (Dulcolax)
