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Pharmacology Exam #4 Quizes (UT Arlington 2198-NURS-
UL-3365 PHARMACOLOGY IN NURSING) Questions
With Complete Solutions

a fast heart rate and high blood pressure can be some of the
more dangerous adverse effects Correct Answer
methylphenidate.

A patient asks the nurse "How does the sumatriptan work to stop
my migraine?" What is the best response by the nurse? Correct
Answer It causes vasoconstriction of your cranial arteries."

A patient has seen the physician due to severe anxiety and has
received a prescription for alprazolam for anxiety. What priority
assessment should the nurse preform prior to discharging the
patient home? Correct Answer Suicidal thoughts or ideation

A patient is receiving vancomycin and experiences a sudden
drop in blood pressure and increase in heart rate. The nurse also
notes that the patient is red on their face, neck and chest. What is
the best action by the nurse? Correct Answer Decrease the rate
of infusion as this is a known reaction to rapid vancomycin
infusions

A patient is to start taking valproic acid. What labs should be
monitored periodically throughout therapy? Correct Answer
AST, ALT and Valproic acid levels (50-125 mcg/L)

A patient with schizophrenia started fluphenazine to help with
their symptoms. Today, the patient is pacing back and forth and
will not participate in group therapy, stating "I need to keep

, moving." Based on the assessment data, what adverse effect is
this patient most likely experiencing? Correct Answer
Akathisia

Acute dystonia is characterized by Correct Answer muscles
spasms of face and neck (torticollis) and upward eye movement.

An older-adult patient experiences acute psychosis at night
during their hospitalization. What prescribed medication should
the nurse administer for this problem? Correct Answer
Haloperidol

avoid acetaminophen and alcohol while on these medications.
Correct Answer Isoniazid and rifampin

avoid caffeine to decrease excessive CNS stimulation; Correct
Answer methylphenidate

Because isoniazid depletes vitamin B6, Correct Answer
peripheral neuropathy can occur, and any numbness or tingling
should be reported.

causes a metalic taste and nausea and vomiting. Correct Answer
Metronidazole

during initiation of Lithium, the patient should drink Correct
Answer 2-3 liters per day, once stabilized, the patient can drink
1.5-2 L per day;

Foods high in tyramine include Correct Answer aged cheeses
(cheddar, blue, swiss), Smoked or pickled meats (herring,

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