NSG 318 Final Exam Questions With Complete Solutions
4 components of pharmacokinetics Correct Answer absorption
distribution
metabolism
excretion
A1c lab Correct Answer check before administering insulin to
see if patient is compliant
acetaminophen Correct Answer 4 g/day (2 if taken frequently)
NOT an anti-inflammatory
liver enzyme tests!
acquired resistance Correct Answer type of resistance that is
caused by prior exposure to an antibiotic. this can cause an
antibiotic to not be effective as it once was for a certain bacteria
Acyclovir (Zovarix) Correct Answer antiviral drug used for the
treatment of herpes simplex virus and varicella
important to increase fluids
phlebitis (check site before and throughout therapy), increased
bleeding time
nephrotoxic
alendronate (fosamax) Correct Answer used for
prevention/treatment of osteoporosis in men/post-menopausal
women
contraindicated: hypercalcemia
must be able to stand/sit upright for 30 min after taking
(prevents esophageal burns)
,allopurinol Correct Answer antigout
prevents gout attacks (more for chronic)
don't take on empty stomach due to GI distress
increase fluids, monitor urine output, yearly eye exam, avoid
purine foods
Alpha 2 receptors Correct Answer inhibits NE release
vasodilation
decreases BP
decreases GI motility and tone
aluminum hydroxide Correct Answer antiulcer: antacid
used to neutralize hydrochloric acid and should be taken 1-3
hours after meals for best results
Amoxicillin Correct Answer penicillin that is commonly used
for otitis media, tonsilitis, and urinary tract infections
broad-spectrum
monitor urinary output (if less than 30mL/hr, decrease the dose)
tongue/tooth discoloration
superinfection - vaginitis
, anaphylactic reaction Correct Answer a reaction to a drug that
may begin with shortness of breath and can lead to vascular
collapse, laryngeal edema, bronchospasms, and cardiac arrest.
antacids Correct Answer OTC drugs that should not be taken at
the same time as azithromycin (Zithromax) or levofloxacin
(Levaquin)
aspirin Correct Answer 15-30 mg/dL
excessive bleeding
GI distress (give w food)
hearing loss
can give as enteric coated to help w GI distress (will take longer
to dissolve)
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