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Pharmacology Made Easy: Pain &
Inflammation Sol Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What should a nurse teach a patient about using acetaminophen for pain?
a) Acetaminophen can be used freely in high doses to relieve pain
✔✔b) Acetaminophen should not be used with alcohol due to liver risk
c) Acetaminophen is an anti-inflammatory drug
d) Acetaminophen works best when taken on an empty stomach
Which of the following is a common complication associated with opioid analgesics?
a) Weight gain
b) Respiratory stimulation
✔✔c) Respiratory depression and sedation
d) Heart palpitations
What is the role of selective COX-2 inhibitors like celecoxib in pain management?
a) They are more likely to cause gastrointestinal side effects than non-selective NSAIDs 1 / 3
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✔✔b) They selectively inhibit COX-2, the enzyme responsible for inflammation, with fewer gastrointestinal side effects
c) They are primarily used to treat high blood pressure
d) They have no significant effect on inflammation
How does acetaminophen relieve pain?✔✔a) It inhibits the production of prostaglandins in the brain, which are involved in pain signaling
b) It blocks opioid receptors in the spinal cord
c) It promotes the release of serotonin
d) It increases endorphin levels
What type of pain is best treated with opioids?
a) Acute mild pain
b) Chronic non-cancer pain
✔✔c) Severe acute pain, such as post-surgical pain or cancer pain
d) Inflammatory pain
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What is an important consideration when prescribing opioid medications for pain relief?✔✔a) Monitoring for signs of addiction, tolerance, or dependence
b) Ensuring the patient has no allergies to NSAIDs
c) Encouraging high doses to ensure effective pain relief
d) Offering acetaminophen as an alternative
What is the recommended course of action if a patient experiences a severe allergic reaction to an NSAID?
a) Discontinue the NSAID and administer a different NSAID
✔✔b) Discontinue the NSAID immediately and treat the allergic reaction
c) Reduce the dose of the NSAID
d) Replace the NSAID with acetaminophen
What should a patient avoid while taking NSAIDs for long-term pain management?✔✔a) Taking NSAIDs with alcohol, as it can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding
b) Drinking extra fluids to avoid dehydration
c) Eating high-protein foods to enhance drug absorption
d) Using topical steroids in conjunction
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