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Pharmacology-I

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Practice Questions

148. A patient is on metformin and is scheduled for a contrast-enhanced CT scan. The nurse anticipates which instruction regarding the metformin?

A. Continue metformin as usual.
B. Increase metformin dose before the scan.
C. Hold metformin for 48 hours before and after the scan.
D. Take metformin with contrast medium.
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Jun 6, 2026

149. A patient is prescribed desmopressin for diabetes insipidus. The nurse understands this medication works by:

A. Increasing urine output.
B. Reducing water reabsorption in the kidneys.
C. Mimicking antidiuretic hormone (ADH) to promote water reabsorption.
D. Stimulating glucose excretion.
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Jun 6, 2026

150. A nurse is teaching a patient about antibiotic use. The nurse advises the patient to complete the entire course of antibiotics even if symptoms improve to:

A. Reduce the cost of treatment.
B. Ensure all bacteria are eradicated and prevent resistance.
C. Shorten the overall treatment duration.
D. Avoid future infections.
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Jun 6, 2026

137. A patient is prescribed docusate sodium. The nurse understands this medication is primarily used as a:

A. Stimulant laxative
B. Bulk-forming laxative
C. Stool softener
D. Osmotic laxative
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Jun 6, 2026

139. A nurse is preparing to administer medication through a Z-track injection technique. This technique is primarily used for which purpose?

A. To deliver medication rapidly.
B. To prevent drug leakage into subcutaneous tissue and minimize irritation.
C. To administer large volumes of medication.
D. To reduce pain at the injection site for all medications.
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Jun 6, 2026

140. A nurse is teaching a patient about drug compatibility. Which factor is most important to consider when administering two IV medications simultaneously?

A. Patient's age
B. Route of administration
C. Compatibility of the drugs in solution
D. Cost of the medications
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Jun 6, 2026

126. A patient with asthma is using a bronchodilator and a corticosteroid inhaler. The nurse should instruct the patient to use them in which order?

A. Corticosteroid first, then bronchodilator
B. Bronchodilator first, then corticosteroid
C. The order does not matter
D. Use only one inhaler at a time
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Jun 6, 2026

127. A nurse is teaching a patient about the proper disposal of unused or expired medications. The best advice is to:

A. Flush them down the toilet.
B. Throw them in the regular trash.
C. Mix them with an undesirable substance (e.g., coffee grounds) and place in a sealed bag in the trash.
D. Save them for future use.
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Jun 6, 2026

128. A diabetic patient on insulin therapy experiences recurrent early morning hyperglycemia (dawn phenomenon). The nurse explains this is likely due to:

A. Too much evening insulin.
B. Insufficient evening insulin.
C. Eating a large meal before bedtime.
D. Excessive exercise before bedtime.
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Jun 6, 2026

129. A nurse is preparing to administer glipizide. The nurse should hold the medication and notify the physician if the patient reports:

A. Weight gain
B. Hypoglycemic symptoms
C. Increased urination
D. Improved appetite
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Jun 6, 2026

130. A patient with hyperthyroidism is prescribed radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy. The nurse should provide education on which radiation safety precautions?

A. Limit fluid intake for 24 hours.
B. Avoid close contact with others for several days.
C. Increase exercise to excrete radiation.
D. Take antacids frequently.
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Jun 6, 2026

132. A nurse is preparing to administer an antifungal medication, nystatin oral suspension, for oral candidiasis. The nurse should instruct the patient to:

A. Swallow it quickly.
B. Rinse mouth and gargle with it, then swallow.
C. Chew it thoroughly.
D. Drink it with a straw.
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Jun 6, 2026

133. A patient with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is taking antiretroviral therapy (ART). The nurse emphasizes strict adherence to the regimen to:

A. Reduce side effects.
B. Prevent the development of drug resistance.
C. Achieve a complete cure.
D. Avoid the need for regular blood tests.
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Jun 6, 2026

135. A patient is receiving cyclosporine, an immunosuppressant. The nurse should monitor for which adverse effect that indicates potential nephrotoxicity?

A. Hypotension
B. Decreased serum creatinine
C. Elevated BUN and creatinine
D. Hyperglycemia
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Jun 6, 2026
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