Parmacology - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1. A client is diagnosed with springtime allergic conjunctivitis. The nurse predicts the client will be prescribed which otic solution? A) Brimonidine B) Gatifloxacin C) Betaxolol D) Nedocromil Answer: D Rationale: Mast cell stabilizers, such as nedocromil, are ophthalmic drugs useful in a client who has allergic conjunctivitis during the spring. Brimonidine is used to lower IOP in clients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic. Betaxolol is a be...

1. A client who is prescribed digoxin is receiving electrolyte replacement therapy. The nurse would monitor the client for signs of digoxin toxicity if which electrolyte is administered? A) Sodium B) Potassium C) Magnesium D) Phosphorous Answer: B Rationale: The nurse should monitor a client taking digoxin for signs of digoxin toxicity if potassium is being given. The use of magnesium and digoxin can result in heart block. Sodium is necessary for normal heart action. The use of phosph...

Pharmacology HESI V2 Preparation 2024 Exam Questions and Answers. A client is prescribed phenobarbital sodium (Luminal) for a seizure disorder. The medication has a long half-life of 4 days. Based on this half-life, the medication will most likely be prescribed A. once a day. B. twice a day. C. three times a day. D. four times a day. Correct answer- ANS: A Medication with long half-lives remain at their therapeutic levels between doses for long periods of time. Therefore, this medicatio...

Herzing University NSG 124 Pharmacology Exam 2 Part A Questions with Correct Answers

Epinephrine is an adrenergic substance that is a(n): - Answer Hormone produced by the adrenal medulla The quickest method for getting fluids and medications into the bloodstream is by: - Answer Intravenous injection A drug that interacts with a receptor to stimulate a response is known as a(n): - Answer Agonist To avoid needlestick injuries, health care providers should: - Answer Use needleless products when possible Drug conversion to a metabolite is called: - Answer Biotr...

NCTI Paramedic Pharmacology | 335 Complete Questions and Answers 100% Correct

Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. The nurse is preparing to administer pramipexole to a client with Parkinson disease. The nurse notes the client is also prescribed verapamil. Which potential reaction should the nurse prioritize for careful monitoring? a. Cardiac symptoms b. Agonist effectiveness c. Toxicity of both drugs d. Psychotic behavior Answer: B Rationale: The nurse should assess for an increased risk of agonist effectiveness in the client....

Pharmacology HESI V2 Preparation 2024 Exam Questions and Answers. A client is prescribed phenobarbital sodium (Luminal) for a seizure disorder. The medication has a long half-life of 4 days. Based on this half-life, the medication will most likely be prescribed A. once a day. B. twice a day. C. three times a day. D. four times a day. Correct answer- ANS: A Medication with long half-lives remain at their therapeutic levels between doses for long periods of time. Therefore, this medication can be ...

Advanced Pharmacology (NURS 5334) Antimicrobials Part 2 Bacteriostatic Inhibitors of Protein Synthesis: suppress growth, don’t kill Tetracyclines: “clyclines”; Tetracycline; Demeclocycline; Doxycycline; Minocycline What are they: Broad-spectrum antibiotics; Inhibit protein synthesis by inhibiting binding transfer RNA to messenger RNA; Increasing bacterial resistance has emerged Uses: Treatment of infectious disease (Rocky Mountain spotted fever); Treatment of acne; Peptic ulcer diseas...

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