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PHARMACOLOGY MSN 571 NEWEST 2024-2025
ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 140 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
Which type of medication prescribed to a pregnant patient is more likely to have effects on her fetus? - ANSWER- Lipid- soluble drugs
A pregnant woman asks why more is not known about the teratogenic effects of maternal medication ingestion during pregnancy. Which response will the provider offer to address the patient's concern? - ANSWER- "Clinical trials to determine teratogenic effects would put the fetus at risk."
An infant developed a pruritic rash following exposure to an allergen. The infant's parents ask the provider about using a topical antihistamine. What information should the provider use to address the parents' question? - ANSWER- Applying an antihistamine to the skin can cause toxicity in this age group.
The parents of a child with asthma ask the provider why their child cannot use oral corticosteroids more often, because they are so effective. The provider will base the discussion with the 1 / 4
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parents on what fact concerning oral corticosteroids? - ANSWER- Chronic glucocorticoid use can inhibit physical growth
An infant is prescribed a medication that has a narrow therapeutic range and is excreted by the kidneys. The provider will monitor closely for which effect? - ANSWER- Evidence of drug toxicity
A medication prescribed for a neonate is eliminated primarily by hepatic metabolism. What action will the prescriber take to minimize risk to the infant? - ANSWER- Prescribe a dose that is relatively lower than an adult dose when adjusted for body surface area
A pediatric provider is teaching nursing students to calculate medication doses for children using a formula based on body surface area. Which statement by a nursing student indicates understanding of the teaching? - ANSWER- "This formula helps approximate the first dose; other doses should be based on clinical observations."
A child attending daycare is prescribed 750 mg of an antibiotic for 10 days. The drug may be dosed in several ways and is available in two concentrations. Which dosing regimen will the 2 / 4
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provider consider to best assure drug adherence? - ANSWER- 375 mg of a 500 mg/5 mL solution PO twice daily
A 5-year-old has gray teeth. When taking a medication history, the provider will ask about previous use of which group of medications? - ANSWER- Tetracyclines
A provider is concerned about renal function in an 84-year-old patient who is taking several medications. What laboratory result will the provider order? - ANSWER- Creatinine clearance
An older adult patient with a history of forgetfulness will need to take multiple drugs after discharge from the hospital. What provider action will most successfully promote medication adherence in a forgetful patient? - ANSWER- Schedule medications to be taken at the same times as much as possible
A provider is reviewing an older adult patient's chart during a routine visit. Which patient information is of most concern regarding the renewing of medication prescriptions for highly protein-bound drugs? - ANSWER- Low serum albumin
Four older adult patients are taking multiple medications. For which patient is the provider most concerned about the risk for 3 / 4
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adverse drug effects? - ANSWER- An underweight patient with a chronically low appetite
An older adult patient is entering into the immediate postoperative period after a total hip replacement. The patient's son concerned about related pain asks meperidine be prescribed since, "I had it for severe pain when I injured when I was younger." What action will the provider take to reduce the patient's risk for injury while addressing the patient's pain? - ANSWER- Prescribe morphine and discuss the rationale with the patient's son.
An older adult patient is admitted to the hospital for treatment of an exacerbation of a chronic illness. Admission laboratory work reveals an extremely low serum drug level of the drug used to treat this condition. The patient's renal and hepatic function tests are normal. What might the provider suspect as a likely cause of this finding? - ANSWER- Nonadherence to the medical regimen
A provider obtains a drug history from an older adult who is a new patient. Of the multiple medications taken, which two, taken together, create a reason for concern? - ANSWER- Amitriptyline and diphenhydramine
A frail older adult patient is admitted to the hospital after several days of vomiting, diarrhea, poor intake of foods and fluids, and
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