Nursing Pharmacology (Drugs) Final Midterm Exam
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albuterol CORRECT ANSWER>>>>(SABA) short acting beta 2 receptor agonist, used for
bronchospasm, acute symptoms of asthma
acetaminophen CORRECT ANSWER>>>>centrally acting cox inhibitor; analgesic and
antipyretic properties; no antiinflammatory,antirheumatic properties
acyclovir CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Antimetabolite for Treating Herpes Simplex Virus &
Varicella-Zoster Virus Infections;
MOAs: Purine necleoside analog: DNA polymerase inhibitor, suppresses synthesis of viral DNA,
resistance.
amiodarone CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Class 3 Potassium channel blocker
Only approved for life-threatening dysrhythmias.
Delays repolarization and extends action potential of heart muscle cells.
SE: Profound hypotension."
,amoxicillin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Broad-spectrum penicillin active against H.
influenzae, E. coli, and N. Gonorrhoeae. It is inactivated by beta-lactamases, so not helpful for
Staphylococcus.
atropine CORRECT ANSWER>>>>muscinarinic receptor antagonist/anticholinergic
drug; used for mydriases (eye exams), to raise HR, lower GI motility, and as antidote to
muscarinic poisoning (rx, shrooms)
amphotericin B CORRECT ANSWER>>>>broad spectrum antifungal, which is the agent
of choice for systemic mycoses, despite being highly toxic. Its uses are limited to treating
progressive and potentially fatal infections. Adverse effects include infusion reactions,
nephrotoxicity, and hypokalemia.
aspirin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>A drug that decrease platelet aggregation and is used
to prevent arterial thrombosis, stroke, or MI. Major SEs include risk of major GI bleeding. This
drug is an NSAID that works by inhibiting platelet COX, COX-1, and COX-2.
beclomethasone CORRECT ANSWER>>>>inhaled corticosteroid used to treat airway
inflammation in asthma
bethanechol CORRECT ANSWER>>>>muscarinic agnonist, used primarily for urinary
retention
buproprion CORRECT ANSWER>>>>(DA and NE). Weight loss, seizure, insomnia,
headache, serotonin syndrome (see laundry list above), withdrawal, Neonatal Abstinence
Syndrome
, captopril CORRECT ANSWER>>>>ACE inhibitor - shown to have efficacious effects in
treating a patient with heart failure. Blocks production of angiotensin II, dilates arterioles and
veins, and decreases release of aldosterone. It may show the adverse effects of hypotension,
hyperkalemia, or persistant cough, CARDIAC REMODELING
carbenicillin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>"Extended spectrum (antipseudomonal
penicillins), which has the same spectrum of activity as broad-spectrum penicillins, plus
treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa
cefotaxime CORRECT ANSWER>>>>"Third generation cephalosporin with activity
against meningitis and nosocomial infections resistant to others (restricted use). It has greater
activity against Gram negative bacteria, increased resistance to beta-lactamases, and better
ability to reach CSF.
cephalexin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>"First generation cephalosporin poor activity
against Gram negative bacteria, sensitive to to most beta-lactamases, unable to reach CSF. Used
for Staphylococcus if mild penicillin allergy.
celecoxib CORRECT ANSWER>>>>2nd Generation Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drug
(COX-2 Selective NSAID); AE: risk of CV events, warfarin may be more effective with celecoxib
cholestyramine CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Inhibits bile reabsorption in intenstine,
increases LDL receptors in liver, accelerates bile excretion. Many of the adverse effects result
from the drug not being absorbed from GI, including constipation and a decreased absorption
of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, & K).
ciprofloxacin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>fluoroquinolone
broad -cidal. PO tetracycline and cipro should NOT BE GIVEN WITH ANTACIDS.
ALSO KNOW IT CAN RUPTURE TENDONS AND CAUSE CANDIDA. "
With Well Detailed Question & Answers Perfectly A+
Graded New 2025 Update
albuterol CORRECT ANSWER>>>>(SABA) short acting beta 2 receptor agonist, used for
bronchospasm, acute symptoms of asthma
acetaminophen CORRECT ANSWER>>>>centrally acting cox inhibitor; analgesic and
antipyretic properties; no antiinflammatory,antirheumatic properties
acyclovir CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Antimetabolite for Treating Herpes Simplex Virus &
Varicella-Zoster Virus Infections;
MOAs: Purine necleoside analog: DNA polymerase inhibitor, suppresses synthesis of viral DNA,
resistance.
amiodarone CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Class 3 Potassium channel blocker
Only approved for life-threatening dysrhythmias.
Delays repolarization and extends action potential of heart muscle cells.
SE: Profound hypotension."
,amoxicillin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Broad-spectrum penicillin active against H.
influenzae, E. coli, and N. Gonorrhoeae. It is inactivated by beta-lactamases, so not helpful for
Staphylococcus.
atropine CORRECT ANSWER>>>>muscinarinic receptor antagonist/anticholinergic
drug; used for mydriases (eye exams), to raise HR, lower GI motility, and as antidote to
muscarinic poisoning (rx, shrooms)
amphotericin B CORRECT ANSWER>>>>broad spectrum antifungal, which is the agent
of choice for systemic mycoses, despite being highly toxic. Its uses are limited to treating
progressive and potentially fatal infections. Adverse effects include infusion reactions,
nephrotoxicity, and hypokalemia.
aspirin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>A drug that decrease platelet aggregation and is used
to prevent arterial thrombosis, stroke, or MI. Major SEs include risk of major GI bleeding. This
drug is an NSAID that works by inhibiting platelet COX, COX-1, and COX-2.
beclomethasone CORRECT ANSWER>>>>inhaled corticosteroid used to treat airway
inflammation in asthma
bethanechol CORRECT ANSWER>>>>muscarinic agnonist, used primarily for urinary
retention
buproprion CORRECT ANSWER>>>>(DA and NE). Weight loss, seizure, insomnia,
headache, serotonin syndrome (see laundry list above), withdrawal, Neonatal Abstinence
Syndrome
, captopril CORRECT ANSWER>>>>ACE inhibitor - shown to have efficacious effects in
treating a patient with heart failure. Blocks production of angiotensin II, dilates arterioles and
veins, and decreases release of aldosterone. It may show the adverse effects of hypotension,
hyperkalemia, or persistant cough, CARDIAC REMODELING
carbenicillin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>"Extended spectrum (antipseudomonal
penicillins), which has the same spectrum of activity as broad-spectrum penicillins, plus
treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa
cefotaxime CORRECT ANSWER>>>>"Third generation cephalosporin with activity
against meningitis and nosocomial infections resistant to others (restricted use). It has greater
activity against Gram negative bacteria, increased resistance to beta-lactamases, and better
ability to reach CSF.
cephalexin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>"First generation cephalosporin poor activity
against Gram negative bacteria, sensitive to to most beta-lactamases, unable to reach CSF. Used
for Staphylococcus if mild penicillin allergy.
celecoxib CORRECT ANSWER>>>>2nd Generation Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drug
(COX-2 Selective NSAID); AE: risk of CV events, warfarin may be more effective with celecoxib
cholestyramine CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Inhibits bile reabsorption in intenstine,
increases LDL receptors in liver, accelerates bile excretion. Many of the adverse effects result
from the drug not being absorbed from GI, including constipation and a decreased absorption
of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, & K).
ciprofloxacin CORRECT ANSWER>>>>fluoroquinolone
broad -cidal. PO tetracycline and cipro should NOT BE GIVEN WITH ANTACIDS.
ALSO KNOW IT CAN RUPTURE TENDONS AND CAUSE CANDIDA. "
