NSG-318
STUDY GUIDE 2026 EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
what substance is a synthetic catecholamine - ANSWER-dobutamine
what occurrence is an effect of beta-1 adrenergic receptor stimulation - ANSWER-increased
renin secretion
which body parts are regulated by the ANS - ANSWER-smooth muscles and glands
-eyes
-heart
-urinary bladder
-respiratory system
-GI tract
stimulation of what receptor will cause increased heart rate - ANSWER-Beta 1
drugs that stimulate the PNS - ANSWER-cholinergic agonists (by mimicking ACH)
complications of anticholinergic drugs - ANSWER-dry mouth, tachycardia, blurred vision (due
to blockage of cholinergic receptors)
what would a nurse monitor while observing the activation of muscarinic receptors - ANSWER-
increased bronchial secretion
cholinergic drugs that stimulate muscarinic receptors are indicated for: - ANSWER-lowering
intraocular pressure in a pt with glaucoma
antidote for overdose of atropine (flushing, dry skin and mucous membranes, mydriasis, alt
mental status, fever) - ANSWER-physostigmine
Antidote for benzodiazepines - ANSWER-Flumazenil
when should you not give bethanechol - ANSWER-if the pt has low BP (hypotension)
which drug is used for myasthenia gravis - ANSWER-neostigmine (prevents inactivation of ACH
at neuromuscular junction, causing increased nerve transmission and skeletal muscle activation)
Opthalamic disorder caused by paralysis of the ciliary muscles - ANSWER-cycloplegia (loss of
accommodation)
,what drug is a direct-acting cholinergic agonist commonly used to treat glaucoma - ANSWER-
pilocarpine hydrochloride
what NSAID can be administered through IV - ANSWER-Ketorolac (can also be transmitted
orally)
gout - ANSWER-metabolic disorder of uric acid and purines; inflammatory condition of joints
and tendons. caused by accumulation of uric acid and creates tophi, pain in joints
foods containing salicylates - ANSWER-prunes, raisins, licorice, paprika, curry
prostaglandin function - ANSWER--vasodilation
-inc capillary permeability
-inc platelet aggregation (inflammation)
Cardinal signs of inflammation - ANSWER-redness, swelling, heat, pain, loss of function
a pt is at an increased risk for a stroke. The nurse anticipates that the health care provider will
prescribe: - ANSWER-aspirin (low dose)
antiinflammatories inhibit what substance - ANSWER-prostaglandin
which physiological change occurs during the delayed process of inflammation - ANSWER-
infiltration of leukocytes into the site
pathophysiology of pain - ANSWER-chemical mediators sensitize the pain receptors
a pt with migraine headaches who is on SSRI therapy is prescribed sumatriptan. what possible
complication might the nurse see in the pt - ANSWER-serotonin syndrome (manifested by inc
serotonin levels in the blood)
which lab levels should the nurse monitor for a pt receiving acetaminophen therapy - ANSWER-
INC potassium, bilirubin, LDH, dec. WBC. RBC, platelets, albumin, ALP, ALT
which med would a nurse administer to a pt admitted for tx of an opioid addiction - ANSWER-
methadone
which narcotic drug is the drug of choice for pain relief during childbirth - ANSWER-meperidine
what medication is contraindicated for a pt with a head injury - ANSWER-nalbuphine
adjuvant analgesics - ANSWER-used to treat chronic pain with neuropathic nature. used with
opioids and nonopioids, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, corticosteroids, local anesthetics
superficial pain - ANSWER-Pain that originates from the skin or mucous membranes
deep pain - ANSWER-pain that occurs in tissues below skin level
, somatic pain - ANSWER-Pain that originates from skeletal muscles, ligaments, or joints.
visceral pain - ANSWER-pain that originates from organs or smooth muscles
cluster headaches - ANSWER--severe unilateral, nonthrobbing pain
-located around eye
-series of cluster attacks
-more common in males
migraine headaches - ANSWER--unilateral throbbing head pain, accompanied by nausea,
vomiting and photophobia
-triggers: cheese, chocolate, red wine, aspartame, fatigue, stress, monosodium glutamate, missed
meals, odors, light, hormone changes, drugs, weather, sleep
Migraine and Cluster Headaches
Prevention: - ANSWER-Beta-adrenergic Blockers:
-propranolol
-atenolol
Anticonvulsants:
-valproic acid
-gabapentin
Tricyclic antidepressants:
-amitriptyline
-imipramine
function of adrenergics - ANSWER--dilates pupils
-dilate bronchioles
-inc HR
-vasoconstriction
-relax GI
-relax bladder
STUDY GUIDE 2026 EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
what substance is a synthetic catecholamine - ANSWER-dobutamine
what occurrence is an effect of beta-1 adrenergic receptor stimulation - ANSWER-increased
renin secretion
which body parts are regulated by the ANS - ANSWER-smooth muscles and glands
-eyes
-heart
-urinary bladder
-respiratory system
-GI tract
stimulation of what receptor will cause increased heart rate - ANSWER-Beta 1
drugs that stimulate the PNS - ANSWER-cholinergic agonists (by mimicking ACH)
complications of anticholinergic drugs - ANSWER-dry mouth, tachycardia, blurred vision (due
to blockage of cholinergic receptors)
what would a nurse monitor while observing the activation of muscarinic receptors - ANSWER-
increased bronchial secretion
cholinergic drugs that stimulate muscarinic receptors are indicated for: - ANSWER-lowering
intraocular pressure in a pt with glaucoma
antidote for overdose of atropine (flushing, dry skin and mucous membranes, mydriasis, alt
mental status, fever) - ANSWER-physostigmine
Antidote for benzodiazepines - ANSWER-Flumazenil
when should you not give bethanechol - ANSWER-if the pt has low BP (hypotension)
which drug is used for myasthenia gravis - ANSWER-neostigmine (prevents inactivation of ACH
at neuromuscular junction, causing increased nerve transmission and skeletal muscle activation)
Opthalamic disorder caused by paralysis of the ciliary muscles - ANSWER-cycloplegia (loss of
accommodation)
,what drug is a direct-acting cholinergic agonist commonly used to treat glaucoma - ANSWER-
pilocarpine hydrochloride
what NSAID can be administered through IV - ANSWER-Ketorolac (can also be transmitted
orally)
gout - ANSWER-metabolic disorder of uric acid and purines; inflammatory condition of joints
and tendons. caused by accumulation of uric acid and creates tophi, pain in joints
foods containing salicylates - ANSWER-prunes, raisins, licorice, paprika, curry
prostaglandin function - ANSWER--vasodilation
-inc capillary permeability
-inc platelet aggregation (inflammation)
Cardinal signs of inflammation - ANSWER-redness, swelling, heat, pain, loss of function
a pt is at an increased risk for a stroke. The nurse anticipates that the health care provider will
prescribe: - ANSWER-aspirin (low dose)
antiinflammatories inhibit what substance - ANSWER-prostaglandin
which physiological change occurs during the delayed process of inflammation - ANSWER-
infiltration of leukocytes into the site
pathophysiology of pain - ANSWER-chemical mediators sensitize the pain receptors
a pt with migraine headaches who is on SSRI therapy is prescribed sumatriptan. what possible
complication might the nurse see in the pt - ANSWER-serotonin syndrome (manifested by inc
serotonin levels in the blood)
which lab levels should the nurse monitor for a pt receiving acetaminophen therapy - ANSWER-
INC potassium, bilirubin, LDH, dec. WBC. RBC, platelets, albumin, ALP, ALT
which med would a nurse administer to a pt admitted for tx of an opioid addiction - ANSWER-
methadone
which narcotic drug is the drug of choice for pain relief during childbirth - ANSWER-meperidine
what medication is contraindicated for a pt with a head injury - ANSWER-nalbuphine
adjuvant analgesics - ANSWER-used to treat chronic pain with neuropathic nature. used with
opioids and nonopioids, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, corticosteroids, local anesthetics
superficial pain - ANSWER-Pain that originates from the skin or mucous membranes
deep pain - ANSWER-pain that occurs in tissues below skin level
, somatic pain - ANSWER-Pain that originates from skeletal muscles, ligaments, or joints.
visceral pain - ANSWER-pain that originates from organs or smooth muscles
cluster headaches - ANSWER--severe unilateral, nonthrobbing pain
-located around eye
-series of cluster attacks
-more common in males
migraine headaches - ANSWER--unilateral throbbing head pain, accompanied by nausea,
vomiting and photophobia
-triggers: cheese, chocolate, red wine, aspartame, fatigue, stress, monosodium glutamate, missed
meals, odors, light, hormone changes, drugs, weather, sleep
Migraine and Cluster Headaches
Prevention: - ANSWER-Beta-adrenergic Blockers:
-propranolol
-atenolol
Anticonvulsants:
-valproic acid
-gabapentin
Tricyclic antidepressants:
-amitriptyline
-imipramine
function of adrenergics - ANSWER--dilates pupils
-dilate bronchioles
-inc HR
-vasoconstriction
-relax GI
-relax bladder
