NSG 6005 week 3 Correctly Solved Exam
*Q&A* (100% Correct) 2024/2025
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What is the main goal of pharmacotherapy in patient care?
To achieve the best therapeutic outcomes while minimizing side effects.
In which of the following scenarios would the use of a prodrug be be...
NSG 6005 week 3 Correctly Solved Exam
*Q&A* (100% Correct) 2024/2025
|VERIFIED|
What is the main goal of pharmacotherapy in patient care?
To achieve the best therapeutic outcomes while minimizing side effects.
In which of the following scenarios would the use of a prodrug be beneficial?
When a medication is poorly absorbed in its active form but becomes effective after metabolic
conversion.
A nurse administers a medication that has a narrow therapeutic window. What is the best nursing
action?
Closely monitor the patient for signs of toxicity or inadequate response.
Which of the following statements about pharmacokinetics is accurate?
a) It exclusively focuses on drug efficacy.
b) Pharmacokinetics is only relevant for intravenous medications.
c) It is unrelated to the therapeutic effects of medications.
d) It encompasses the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs.
A patient is prescribed a medication that requires monitoring for therapeutic drug levels. Which class of
drugs typically necessitates this type of monitoring?
a) Antiepileptics
b) Antibiotics
c) Antidepressants
d) Antihypertensives
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, Which of the following factors can significantly influence a drug's bioavailability?
a) The drug's color
b) The route of administration
c) The patient's age
d) The drug's expiration date
What does the term "half-life" refer to in pharmacology?
The duration it takes for the drug's concentration in the bloodstream to decrease by half.
A patient with renal impairment is receiving a medication that is primarily eliminated through the
kidneys. What is the most critical consideration for this patient?
a) The medication's color
b) The time of day the medication is taken
c) The dosage may need adjustment to prevent toxicity.
d) The type of medication prescribed
Which of the following adverse effects is most commonly associated with opioid analgesics?
a) Diarrhea
b) Sedation
c) Hypertension
d) Hyperactivity
When considering the route of administration for a medication, which route generally has the fastest
onset of action?
a) Oral
b) Subcutaneous
c) Intravenous
d) Intramuscular
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