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Pharmacology-I

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157. A patient is prescribed sucralfate for a duodenal ulcer. The nurse should instruct the patient to take this medication:

A. With meals to coat the ulcer.
B. On an empty stomach, at least 30-60 minutes before meals.
C. At bedtime only.
D. With antacids for better effect.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

160. A nurse is providing patient education about medication reconciliation. The most accurate explanation of medication reconciliation is:

A. Only listing medications taken in the hospital.
B. A process of comparing a patient's current medication list against new orders to prevent errors.
C. Discontinuing all home medications upon admission.
D. Only considering over-the-counter medications.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

152. A nurse is administering an antifungal cream for a skin infection. The nurse should instruct the patient to:

A. Apply a thick layer to the affected area.
B. Stop applying once the rash disappears.
C. Apply a thin layer to the affected area and surrounding healthy skin as directed.
D. Cover the area with a tight bandage.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

153. A patient is receiving an investigational chemotherapy agent. The nurse’s priority in this situation is to:

A. Monitor for expected common side effects only.
B. Strictly adhere to the research protocol and monitor for all potential adverse effects.
C. Allow the patient to self-administer the drug.
D. Disregard patient complaints not listed as common side effects.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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Jun 6, 2026

156. A patient with GERD is prescribed metoclopramide. The nurse explains that this medication works by:

A. Neutralizing stomach acid.
B. Increasing gastric emptying.
C. Reducing acid production.
D. Coating the stomach lining.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

142. A nurse is administering a beta-blocker to a patient. The patient’s heart rate is 52 bpm. The nurse’s most appropriate action is to:

A. Administer the medication as ordered.
B. Increase the dose of the medication.
C. Hold the medication and notify the physician.
D. Administer an antiarrhythmic.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

145. A nurse is preparing to administer albuterol via an MDI. The nurse instructs the patient to:

A. Exhale completely, then inhale deeply and slowly while activating the inhaler.
B. Inhale rapidly, then activate the inhaler.
C. Take multiple puffs before exhaling.
D. Hold breath for only 2 seconds after inhalation.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

146. A patient with allergic rhinitis is prescribed a nasal corticosteroid spray. The nurse should instruct the patient that this medication works by:

A. Dilating nasal passages.
B. Constricting blood vessels in the nose.
C. Reducing inflammation in the nasal passages.
D. Blocking histamine receptors.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

147. A nurse is teaching a patient about insulin storage. The patient should be instructed to store unopened insulin vials/pens:

A. At room temperature.
B. In the freezer.
C. In the refrigerator.
D. In direct sunlight.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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