NRNP 6560 Midterm Exam 2022/2023 – 2
Versions, 300 Verified Q&A (Walden
University)
Comprehensive Question Bank
Walden University
Prepared for Advanced Practice Nursing Students
July 7, 2025
,Contents
1 Exam Overview 2
2 Version 1 Questions and Answers 2
3 Version 2 Questions and Answers 13
1
, NRNP 6560 Midterm Exam Study Guide 2
1 Exam Overview
The NRNP 6560 Midterm Exam tests advanced practice nursing students on pharmacology,
pathophysiology, and clinical decision-making. This guide provides 300 verified questions and
answers (150 per version) to aid preparation for the 2022/2023 exam at Walden University.
2 Version 1 Questions and Answers
This section contains 150 verified questions and answers for Version 1 of the NRNP 6560
Midterm Exam.
1. Question: What is the primary mechanism of action of beta-blockers in treating hy-
pertension?
• Answer: Reduce heart rate and cardiac output by blocking beta-adrenergic re-
ceptors.
2. Question: Which antibiotic is appropriate for a penicillin-allergic patient with community-
acquired pneumonia?
• Answer: Azithromycin, a macrolide, effective against atypical pathogens.
3. Question: What is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors requiring monitoring?
• Answer: Hyperkalemia, due to reduced aldosterone secretion.
4. Question: Which medication is first-line for acute asthma exacerbation?
• Answer: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-agonist, for rapid bronchodilation.
5. Question: What is the mechanism of action of metformin in type 2 diabetes?
• Answer: Decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity.
6. Question: Which lab test monitors warfarin therapy?
• Answer: International Normalized Ratio (INR).
7. Question: What is a key symptom of heart failure exacerbation?
• Answer: Dyspnea on exertion or at rest.
8. Question: Which diuretic is preferred for heart failure?
• Answer: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, for fluid overload.
9. Question: What is the primary cause of peptic ulcer disease?
• Answer: Helicobacter pylori infection or NSAID use.
10. Question: Which drug class is contraindicated in asthma due to bronchoconstriction
risk?
• Answer: Non-selective beta-blockers.
Walden University
Versions, 300 Verified Q&A (Walden
University)
Comprehensive Question Bank
Walden University
Prepared for Advanced Practice Nursing Students
July 7, 2025
,Contents
1 Exam Overview 2
2 Version 1 Questions and Answers 2
3 Version 2 Questions and Answers 13
1
, NRNP 6560 Midterm Exam Study Guide 2
1 Exam Overview
The NRNP 6560 Midterm Exam tests advanced practice nursing students on pharmacology,
pathophysiology, and clinical decision-making. This guide provides 300 verified questions and
answers (150 per version) to aid preparation for the 2022/2023 exam at Walden University.
2 Version 1 Questions and Answers
This section contains 150 verified questions and answers for Version 1 of the NRNP 6560
Midterm Exam.
1. Question: What is the primary mechanism of action of beta-blockers in treating hy-
pertension?
• Answer: Reduce heart rate and cardiac output by blocking beta-adrenergic re-
ceptors.
2. Question: Which antibiotic is appropriate for a penicillin-allergic patient with community-
acquired pneumonia?
• Answer: Azithromycin, a macrolide, effective against atypical pathogens.
3. Question: What is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors requiring monitoring?
• Answer: Hyperkalemia, due to reduced aldosterone secretion.
4. Question: Which medication is first-line for acute asthma exacerbation?
• Answer: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-agonist, for rapid bronchodilation.
5. Question: What is the mechanism of action of metformin in type 2 diabetes?
• Answer: Decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity.
6. Question: Which lab test monitors warfarin therapy?
• Answer: International Normalized Ratio (INR).
7. Question: What is a key symptom of heart failure exacerbation?
• Answer: Dyspnea on exertion or at rest.
8. Question: Which diuretic is preferred for heart failure?
• Answer: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, for fluid overload.
9. Question: What is the primary cause of peptic ulcer disease?
• Answer: Helicobacter pylori infection or NSAID use.
10. Question: Which drug class is contraindicated in asthma due to bronchoconstriction
risk?
• Answer: Non-selective beta-blockers.
Walden University
