HESI Pharmacology Practice Quiz

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HESI Pharmacology Practice Quiz Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

Which neurotransmitter is most associated with depression?

• Dopamine

✔✔B. Serotonin

C. GABA

• Acetylcholine

A patient taking fluoxetine should be taught to watch for which serious condition if combined with other serotonergic drugs?

• Neuroleptic malignant syndrome

✔✔B. Serotonin syndrome

• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• Agranulocytosis

Which adverse effect is commonly associated with tricyclic antidepressants?✔✔A. Orthostatic hypotension 1 / 4

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• Hyperglycemia
• Bradycardia
• Increased urination

What food should a patient avoid when taking phenelzine?

• Fresh fruits

✔✔B. Aged cheese

• Rice
• Eggs

Which antipsychotic requires routine WBC monitoring due to risk of agranulocytosis?

• Risperidone
• Haloperidol

✔✔C. Clozapine

• Aripiprazole

What is the priority teaching for a patient starting lithium therapy?✔✔A. Maintain consistent sodium and fluid intake 2 / 4

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• Avoid sunlight
• Take only at bedtime
• Stop if thirsty

Which side effect is most associated with haloperidol?

• Hyperglycemia

✔✔B. Extrapyramidal symptoms

• Hypotension
• Constipation

Which benzodiazepine is commonly used for acute anxiety?

• Fluoxetine

✔✔B. Lorazepam

• Bupropion
• Sertraline

Which antidepressant is also used for smoking cessation?✔✔A. Bupropion 3 / 4

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• Escitalopram
• Venlafaxine
• Duloxetine

Which drug is most likely to cause tardive dyskinesia?

• Diazepam

✔✔B. Typical antipsychotics

• SSRIs
• Mood stabilizers

Which medication is contraindicated in patients with a seizure disorder?✔✔A. Bupropion

• Escitalopram
• Sertraline
• Mirtazapine

Which drug is a mood stabilizer that also has anticonvulsant properties?

• Sertraline
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