Exam 2: NSG318 NSG 318 Latest

Exam 2: NSG318 / NSG 318 (Latest

Update 2024 / 2025) Introduction to Pharmacology Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - GCU

Question:

what can happen for an epileptic woman who is pregnant?

Answer:

• pregnancy can increase seizure episodes
• monitor phenytoin levels closely if using
• teach that there may be clotting issues in the child and severe loss of folate if

on antiseizure drugs

Question:

Antidote for benzodiazepines

Answer:

flumazenil: reverses sedation and respiratory depression when used for

conscious or partial sedation

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Question:

what should the nurse teach the patient about allopurinol?

Answer:

• increase fluid intake to increase drug and uric acid secretion
• avoid foods containing purine
• advise patient to get yearly eye exams as visual changes may result
• do not consume alcohol

Question:

nurse should teach the patient that alcohol should be avoided if they are taking which drugs?

Answer:

- sedative-hypnotics: zolpidem tartrate

- benzo's: alprazolam

• depressants
• NSAIDS and pain medications

Question:

what should the nurse teach about valerian?

Answer:

• do not take with alcohol or other CNS depressants, can increase sedative

effects can help with insomnia

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