NSG 124 EXAM 3 PHARMACOLOGY ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2027 |
HERZING UNIVERSITY | CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHARMACOLOGY | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | 100%
CORRECT | PASS GUARANTEED | ALREADY GRADED A+
COURSE: NSG 124: Pharmacology
INSTITUTION: Herzing University
ACADEMIC YEAR: 2026/2027 | Latest Update
EXAM TYPE: Exam 3 | Cardiovascular & Respiratory Pharmacology
TOTAL QUESTIONS: 100 | Format: Multiple Choice, Select All That Apply, Clinical Scenarios
GRADE: A+ | 100% Verified Correct Answers with Detailed Rationales
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Topic Area Questions
Section 1 Antihypertensive Agents Q1-15
Section 2 Diuretics Q16-25
Section 3 Heart Failure Drugs Q26-35
Section 4 Antianginal & Antidysrhythmic Drugs Q36-45
Section 5 Anticoagulants & Antiplatelets Q46-60
Section 6 Antihyperlipidemics Q61-70
Section 7 Respiratory Drugs: Bronchodilators Q71-80
Section 8 Respiratory Drugs: Anti-inflammatory & COPD Q81-90
Section 9 Integrated Clinical Scenarios Q91-100
SECTION 1: ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENTS
Q1: A patient is prescribed lisinopril for hypertension. The nurse understands that lisinopril works by:
A. Blocking beta-adrenergic receptors
B. Inhibiting angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), reducing vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion.
[100% CORRECT]
C. Blocking calcium channels
, NSG 124 EXAM 3 PHARMACOLOGY ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2027 |
HERZING UNIVERSITY | CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHARMACOLOGY | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | 100%
CORRECT | PASS GUARANTEED | ALREADY GRADED A+
D. Inhibiting renin release
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct: ACE inhibitors like lisinopril block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II,
reducing vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion, leading to decreased blood pressure . Incorrect A: This
describes beta-blockers. Incorrect C: This describes calcium channel blockers. Incorrect D: This is not the
mechanism.
Q2: ACE inhibitors include which medications? (Select all that apply)
A. Captopril [100% CORRECT]
B. Enalapril [100% CORRECT]
C. Lisinopril [100% CORRECT]
D. Losartan
E. Metoprolol
Correct Answer: A, B, C
Rationale: Correct: ACE inhibitors end in "-pril" and include captopril, enalapril, and lisinopril . Incorrect D:
Losartan is an ARB. Incorrect E: Metoprolol is a beta-blocker.
Q3: A patient taking lisinopril develops a persistent dry cough. The nurse should anticipate that the provider
may:
A. Increase the lisinopril dose
B. Switch to an ARB (losartan). [100% CORRECT]
C. Add a beta-blocker
, NSG 124 EXAM 3 PHARMACOLOGY ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2027 |
HERZING UNIVERSITY | CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHARMACOLOGY | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | 100%
CORRECT | PASS GUARANTEED | ALREADY GRADED A+
D. Add a diuretic
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct: ACE inhibitors cause a dry cough due to increased bradykinin. Switching to an ARB
(which does not affect bradykinin) often resolves the cough . Incorrect A, C, D: These are not appropriate.
Q4: ACE inhibitors - nursing considerations include: (Select all that apply)
A. Watch for orthostatic hypotension [100% CORRECT]
B. Monitor for reduced libido or erectile dysfunction [100% CORRECT]
C. Aspirin and NSAIDs may reduce drug effectiveness [100% CORRECT]
D. Should not be used with potassium-sparing diuretics [100% CORRECT]
E. Can cause increase in serum creatinine [100% CORRECT]
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D, E
Rationale: Correct: ACE inhibitors require monitoring for orthostatic hypotension, sexual dysfunction, and
increased creatinine. NSAIDs reduce effectiveness, and combining with potassium-sparing diuretics can cause
hyperkalemia . No incorrect options.
Q5: A patient taking an ACE inhibitor develops angioedema. The nurse should:
A. Continue the medication
B. Discontinue the medication and notify the provider immediately. [100% CORRECT]
C. Add an antihistamine
D. Increase the dose
, NSG 124 EXAM 3 PHARMACOLOGY ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2027 |
HERZING UNIVERSITY | CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHARMACOLOGY | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | 100%
CORRECT | PASS GUARANTEED | ALREADY GRADED A+
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct: Angioedema is a life-threatening adverse effect of ACE inhibitors requiring immediate
discontinuation. The patient should not receive ACE inhibitors again . Incorrect A, C, D: These are incorrect.
Q6: ARBs (angiotensin receptor blockers) include which medications? (Select all that apply)
A. Losartan (Cozaar) [100% CORRECT]
B. Valsartan (Diovan) [100% CORRECT]
C. Candesartan (Atacand) [100% CORRECT]
D. Lisinopril
E. Metoprolol
Correct Answer: A, B, C
Rationale: Correct: ARBs end in "-sartan" and include losartan, valsartan, and candesartan . Incorrect D:
Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor. Incorrect E: Metoprolol is a beta-blocker.
Q7: Beta-blockers (-lol) include which medications? (Select all that apply)
A. Metoprolol [100% CORRECT]
B. Atenolol [100% CORRECT]
C. Propranolol [100% CORRECT]
D. Lisinopril
E. Amlodipine
HERZING UNIVERSITY | CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHARMACOLOGY | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | 100%
CORRECT | PASS GUARANTEED | ALREADY GRADED A+
COURSE: NSG 124: Pharmacology
INSTITUTION: Herzing University
ACADEMIC YEAR: 2026/2027 | Latest Update
EXAM TYPE: Exam 3 | Cardiovascular & Respiratory Pharmacology
TOTAL QUESTIONS: 100 | Format: Multiple Choice, Select All That Apply, Clinical Scenarios
GRADE: A+ | 100% Verified Correct Answers with Detailed Rationales
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Topic Area Questions
Section 1 Antihypertensive Agents Q1-15
Section 2 Diuretics Q16-25
Section 3 Heart Failure Drugs Q26-35
Section 4 Antianginal & Antidysrhythmic Drugs Q36-45
Section 5 Anticoagulants & Antiplatelets Q46-60
Section 6 Antihyperlipidemics Q61-70
Section 7 Respiratory Drugs: Bronchodilators Q71-80
Section 8 Respiratory Drugs: Anti-inflammatory & COPD Q81-90
Section 9 Integrated Clinical Scenarios Q91-100
SECTION 1: ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENTS
Q1: A patient is prescribed lisinopril for hypertension. The nurse understands that lisinopril works by:
A. Blocking beta-adrenergic receptors
B. Inhibiting angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), reducing vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion.
[100% CORRECT]
C. Blocking calcium channels
, NSG 124 EXAM 3 PHARMACOLOGY ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2027 |
HERZING UNIVERSITY | CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHARMACOLOGY | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | 100%
CORRECT | PASS GUARANTEED | ALREADY GRADED A+
D. Inhibiting renin release
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct: ACE inhibitors like lisinopril block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II,
reducing vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion, leading to decreased blood pressure . Incorrect A: This
describes beta-blockers. Incorrect C: This describes calcium channel blockers. Incorrect D: This is not the
mechanism.
Q2: ACE inhibitors include which medications? (Select all that apply)
A. Captopril [100% CORRECT]
B. Enalapril [100% CORRECT]
C. Lisinopril [100% CORRECT]
D. Losartan
E. Metoprolol
Correct Answer: A, B, C
Rationale: Correct: ACE inhibitors end in "-pril" and include captopril, enalapril, and lisinopril . Incorrect D:
Losartan is an ARB. Incorrect E: Metoprolol is a beta-blocker.
Q3: A patient taking lisinopril develops a persistent dry cough. The nurse should anticipate that the provider
may:
A. Increase the lisinopril dose
B. Switch to an ARB (losartan). [100% CORRECT]
C. Add a beta-blocker
, NSG 124 EXAM 3 PHARMACOLOGY ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2027 |
HERZING UNIVERSITY | CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHARMACOLOGY | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | 100%
CORRECT | PASS GUARANTEED | ALREADY GRADED A+
D. Add a diuretic
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct: ACE inhibitors cause a dry cough due to increased bradykinin. Switching to an ARB
(which does not affect bradykinin) often resolves the cough . Incorrect A, C, D: These are not appropriate.
Q4: ACE inhibitors - nursing considerations include: (Select all that apply)
A. Watch for orthostatic hypotension [100% CORRECT]
B. Monitor for reduced libido or erectile dysfunction [100% CORRECT]
C. Aspirin and NSAIDs may reduce drug effectiveness [100% CORRECT]
D. Should not be used with potassium-sparing diuretics [100% CORRECT]
E. Can cause increase in serum creatinine [100% CORRECT]
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D, E
Rationale: Correct: ACE inhibitors require monitoring for orthostatic hypotension, sexual dysfunction, and
increased creatinine. NSAIDs reduce effectiveness, and combining with potassium-sparing diuretics can cause
hyperkalemia . No incorrect options.
Q5: A patient taking an ACE inhibitor develops angioedema. The nurse should:
A. Continue the medication
B. Discontinue the medication and notify the provider immediately. [100% CORRECT]
C. Add an antihistamine
D. Increase the dose
, NSG 124 EXAM 3 PHARMACOLOGY ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2027 |
HERZING UNIVERSITY | CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHARMACOLOGY | VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | 100%
CORRECT | PASS GUARANTEED | ALREADY GRADED A+
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct: Angioedema is a life-threatening adverse effect of ACE inhibitors requiring immediate
discontinuation. The patient should not receive ACE inhibitors again . Incorrect A, C, D: These are incorrect.
Q6: ARBs (angiotensin receptor blockers) include which medications? (Select all that apply)
A. Losartan (Cozaar) [100% CORRECT]
B. Valsartan (Diovan) [100% CORRECT]
C. Candesartan (Atacand) [100% CORRECT]
D. Lisinopril
E. Metoprolol
Correct Answer: A, B, C
Rationale: Correct: ARBs end in "-sartan" and include losartan, valsartan, and candesartan . Incorrect D:
Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor. Incorrect E: Metoprolol is a beta-blocker.
Q7: Beta-blockers (-lol) include which medications? (Select all that apply)
A. Metoprolol [100% CORRECT]
B. Atenolol [100% CORRECT]
C. Propranolol [100% CORRECT]
D. Lisinopril
E. Amlodipine
