NSG-318 Exam 2 | Chamberlain University Pharmacology Nursing Exam Review
what substance is a synthetic catecholamine - (ANSWER)dobutamine
what occurrence is an effect of beta-1 adrenergic receptor stimulation - (ANSWER)increased renin
secretion
which body parts are regulated by the ANS - (ANSWER)smooth muscles and glands
-eyes
-heart
-urinary bladder
-respiratory system
-GI tract
stimulation of what receptor will cause increased heart rate - (ANSWER)Beta 1
drugs that stimulate the PNS - (ANSWER)cholinergic agonists (by mimicking ACH)
complications of anticholinergic drugs - (ANSWER)dry mouth, tachycardia, blurred vision (due to
blockage of cholinergic receptors)
what would a nurse monitor while observing the activation of muscarinic receptors -
(ANSWER)increased bronchial secretion
cholinergic drugs that stimulate muscarinic receptors are indicated for: - (ANSWER)lowering intraocular
pressure in a pt with glaucoma
antidote for overdose of atropine (flushing, dry skin and mucous membranes, mydriasis, alt mental
status, fever) - (ANSWER)physostigmine
Antidote for benzodiazepines - (ANSWER)Flumazenil
,NSG-318 Exam 2 | Chamberlain University Pharmacology Nursing Exam Review
when should you not give bethanechol - (ANSWER)if the pt has low BP (hypotension)
which drug is used for myasthenia gravis - (ANSWER)neostigmine (prevents inactivation of ACH at
neuromuscular junction, causing increased nerve transmission and skeletal muscle activation)
Opthalamic disorder caused by paralysis of the ciliary muscles - (ANSWER)cycloplegia (loss of
accommodation)
what drug is a direct-acting cholinergic agonist commonly used to treat glaucoma -
(ANSWER)pilocarpine hydrochloride
what NSAID can be administered through IV - (ANSWER)Ketorolac (can also be transmitted orally)
gout - (ANSWER)metabolic disorder of uric acid and purines; inflammatory condition of joints and
tendons. caused by accumulation of uric acid and creates tophi, pain in joints
foods containing salicylates - (ANSWER)prunes, raisins, licorice, paprika, curry
prostaglandin function - (ANSWER)-vasodilation
-inc capillary permeability
-inc platelet aggregation (inflammation)
Cardinal signs of inflammation - (ANSWER)redness, swelling, heat, pain, loss of function
a pt is at an increased risk for a stroke. The nurse anticipates that the health care provider will prescribe:
- (ANSWER)aspirin (low dose)
antiinflammatories inhibit what substance - (ANSWER)prostaglandin
, NSG-318 Exam 2 | Chamberlain University Pharmacology Nursing Exam Review
which physiological change occurs during the delayed process of inflammation - (ANSWER)infiltration of
leukocytes into the site
pathophysiology of pain - (ANSWER)chemical mediators sensitize the pain receptors
a pt with migraine headaches who is on SSRI therapy is prescribed sumatriptan. what possible
complication might the nurse see in the pt - (ANSWER)serotonin syndrome (manifested by inc serotonin
levels in the blood)
which lab levels should the nurse monitor for a pt receiving acetaminophen therapy - (ANSWER)INC
potassium, bilirubin, LDH, dec. WBC. RBC, platelets, albumin, ALP, ALT
which med would a nurse administer to a pt admitted for tx of an opioid addiction -
(ANSWER)methadone
which narcotic drug is the drug of choice for pain relief during childbirth - (ANSWER)meperidine
what medication is contraindicated for a pt with a head injury - (ANSWER)nalbuphine
adjuvant analgesics - (ANSWER)used to treat chronic pain with neuropathic nature. used with opioids
and nonopioids, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, corticosteroids, local anesthetics
superficial pain - (ANSWER)Pain that originates from the skin or mucous membranes
deep pain - (ANSWER)pain that occurs in tissues below skin level
somatic pain - (ANSWER)Pain that originates from skeletal muscles, ligaments, or joints.
visceral pain - (ANSWER)pain that originates from organs or smooth muscles
what substance is a synthetic catecholamine - (ANSWER)dobutamine
what occurrence is an effect of beta-1 adrenergic receptor stimulation - (ANSWER)increased renin
secretion
which body parts are regulated by the ANS - (ANSWER)smooth muscles and glands
-eyes
-heart
-urinary bladder
-respiratory system
-GI tract
stimulation of what receptor will cause increased heart rate - (ANSWER)Beta 1
drugs that stimulate the PNS - (ANSWER)cholinergic agonists (by mimicking ACH)
complications of anticholinergic drugs - (ANSWER)dry mouth, tachycardia, blurred vision (due to
blockage of cholinergic receptors)
what would a nurse monitor while observing the activation of muscarinic receptors -
(ANSWER)increased bronchial secretion
cholinergic drugs that stimulate muscarinic receptors are indicated for: - (ANSWER)lowering intraocular
pressure in a pt with glaucoma
antidote for overdose of atropine (flushing, dry skin and mucous membranes, mydriasis, alt mental
status, fever) - (ANSWER)physostigmine
Antidote for benzodiazepines - (ANSWER)Flumazenil
,NSG-318 Exam 2 | Chamberlain University Pharmacology Nursing Exam Review
when should you not give bethanechol - (ANSWER)if the pt has low BP (hypotension)
which drug is used for myasthenia gravis - (ANSWER)neostigmine (prevents inactivation of ACH at
neuromuscular junction, causing increased nerve transmission and skeletal muscle activation)
Opthalamic disorder caused by paralysis of the ciliary muscles - (ANSWER)cycloplegia (loss of
accommodation)
what drug is a direct-acting cholinergic agonist commonly used to treat glaucoma -
(ANSWER)pilocarpine hydrochloride
what NSAID can be administered through IV - (ANSWER)Ketorolac (can also be transmitted orally)
gout - (ANSWER)metabolic disorder of uric acid and purines; inflammatory condition of joints and
tendons. caused by accumulation of uric acid and creates tophi, pain in joints
foods containing salicylates - (ANSWER)prunes, raisins, licorice, paprika, curry
prostaglandin function - (ANSWER)-vasodilation
-inc capillary permeability
-inc platelet aggregation (inflammation)
Cardinal signs of inflammation - (ANSWER)redness, swelling, heat, pain, loss of function
a pt is at an increased risk for a stroke. The nurse anticipates that the health care provider will prescribe:
- (ANSWER)aspirin (low dose)
antiinflammatories inhibit what substance - (ANSWER)prostaglandin
, NSG-318 Exam 2 | Chamberlain University Pharmacology Nursing Exam Review
which physiological change occurs during the delayed process of inflammation - (ANSWER)infiltration of
leukocytes into the site
pathophysiology of pain - (ANSWER)chemical mediators sensitize the pain receptors
a pt with migraine headaches who is on SSRI therapy is prescribed sumatriptan. what possible
complication might the nurse see in the pt - (ANSWER)serotonin syndrome (manifested by inc serotonin
levels in the blood)
which lab levels should the nurse monitor for a pt receiving acetaminophen therapy - (ANSWER)INC
potassium, bilirubin, LDH, dec. WBC. RBC, platelets, albumin, ALP, ALT
which med would a nurse administer to a pt admitted for tx of an opioid addiction -
(ANSWER)methadone
which narcotic drug is the drug of choice for pain relief during childbirth - (ANSWER)meperidine
what medication is contraindicated for a pt with a head injury - (ANSWER)nalbuphine
adjuvant analgesics - (ANSWER)used to treat chronic pain with neuropathic nature. used with opioids
and nonopioids, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, corticosteroids, local anesthetics
superficial pain - (ANSWER)Pain that originates from the skin or mucous membranes
deep pain - (ANSWER)pain that occurs in tissues below skin level
somatic pain - (ANSWER)Pain that originates from skeletal muscles, ligaments, or joints.
visceral pain - (ANSWER)pain that originates from organs or smooth muscles
