Maryville University Nursing 615 Exam 3
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Low-dose colchine -CORRECTANSWER 1.2 mg at first sign of flare, followed by 0.6 mg
one hour later for a total dose of 1.8 mg.
High-dose colchine -CORRECTANSWER 1.2 mg followed by 0.6 mg every 4-6 hours
totaling 4.8 mg.
Gout -CORRECTANSWER BUN, creatinine, and creatinine clearance should be
monitored in the treatment of this disease
Colchine -CORRECTANSWER This medication can cause severe diarrhea, nausea,
vomiting, abdominal pain
Febuxostat (Uloric) -CORRECTANSWER When prescribing this medication, patients
should be taught that gout may worsen with therapy before it improves
Corticosteroids -CORRECTANSWER These medications can cause the following
adverse effects if taken for six months or more: Osteoporosis and poor diabetic control.
Patients should report black, tarry stools or abdominal pain.
, Corticosteroids -CORRECTANSWER These medications should be tapered to avoid
recurrent activity of the underlying disease and possible cortisol deficiency resulting
from the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression during the period of steroid
therapy.
Black Box Warning on NSAIDS -CORRECTANSWER Increased risk of serious
cardiovascular thrombotic events, such as myocardial infarction and stroke. These
medications can also cause serious GI events such as bleeding, ulceration or
perforation of stomach or intestines, which can be fatal.
Pain management -CORRECTANSWER When treating this common issue, it is
recommended to begin with NSAIDS and work up from there as needed
Ibuprofen -CORRECTANSWER This medication works by inhibiting the COX enzymes;
however, the exact mechanism of action for this particular medication is unknown.
Acetaminophen -CORRECTANSWER A serious adverse effect related to this
medication is referred to as "------------- poisoning"
Symptoms of hypoglycemia -CORRECTANSWER Decreased LOC, hunger,
diaphoresis, weakness, dizziness and tachycardia
Review OE Exam || 2026 (Actual Exam)
Questions with verified Answers (Latest
Update 2026) UPDATE!!
Low-dose colchine -CORRECTANSWER 1.2 mg at first sign of flare, followed by 0.6 mg
one hour later for a total dose of 1.8 mg.
High-dose colchine -CORRECTANSWER 1.2 mg followed by 0.6 mg every 4-6 hours
totaling 4.8 mg.
Gout -CORRECTANSWER BUN, creatinine, and creatinine clearance should be
monitored in the treatment of this disease
Colchine -CORRECTANSWER This medication can cause severe diarrhea, nausea,
vomiting, abdominal pain
Febuxostat (Uloric) -CORRECTANSWER When prescribing this medication, patients
should be taught that gout may worsen with therapy before it improves
Corticosteroids -CORRECTANSWER These medications can cause the following
adverse effects if taken for six months or more: Osteoporosis and poor diabetic control.
Patients should report black, tarry stools or abdominal pain.
, Corticosteroids -CORRECTANSWER These medications should be tapered to avoid
recurrent activity of the underlying disease and possible cortisol deficiency resulting
from the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression during the period of steroid
therapy.
Black Box Warning on NSAIDS -CORRECTANSWER Increased risk of serious
cardiovascular thrombotic events, such as myocardial infarction and stroke. These
medications can also cause serious GI events such as bleeding, ulceration or
perforation of stomach or intestines, which can be fatal.
Pain management -CORRECTANSWER When treating this common issue, it is
recommended to begin with NSAIDS and work up from there as needed
Ibuprofen -CORRECTANSWER This medication works by inhibiting the COX enzymes;
however, the exact mechanism of action for this particular medication is unknown.
Acetaminophen -CORRECTANSWER A serious adverse effect related to this
medication is referred to as "------------- poisoning"
Symptoms of hypoglycemia -CORRECTANSWER Decreased LOC, hunger,
diaphoresis, weakness, dizziness and tachycardia
