Final Exam Questions With Complete Solutions
Acyclovir: Primary organ of drug absorption Correct Answers
Kidneys
Advantages of sunscreen Correct Answers Protects your skin
against the sun's broad spectrum of harmful UV rays.
Sunscreen actually minimizes the penetration of UV rays into
the skin and the triggering of a variety of skin disorders.
Adverse/vs undesired effect of medications Correct Answers
Adverse events are unintended pharmacologic effects that occur
when a medication is administered correctly
Side effect is a secondary unwanted effect that occurs due to
drug therapy.
Assessment prior to administering Lanoxin Correct Answers *
Monitor apical pulse for 1 full min
Thorough assessment, including present and past medical
history, drug allergies and family history
Best time for breastfeeding mom to take drugs Correct Answers
Short-acting medicines are best taken immediately after a
nursing session.
Longer-acting medicines should be taken just before your baby's
longest sleep period.
, Classification of drugs that mimic the autonomic nervous
systems Correct Answers Sympathomimetic drugs
Classification of drugs that mimic the parasympathetic Correct
Answers Cholinergic Drugs
Drug tolerance, effects of NSAIDS Correct Answers EX:
NSAIDs, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Celecoxib- COX 2
MOI: Relieve pain, headache, and inflammation by blocking the
chemical activity of the enzyme called cyclooxygenase (COX).
Indications: Pain, Fever, and Inflammation
Adverse Effects: GI problems/ bleeding, heartburn, nausea, and
vomiting
Contraindications: Drug allergy, patients as risk for bleeding
Drugs used to treat Acne Correct Answers Medication: Benzoyl
Peroxide
MOI: Continuously liberates active oxygen in the skin
Indications: ACNE
Adverse Effects: Related to dose: peeling of skin, redness and
sensation of warmth
Contraindications: Drug allergy