PHARMACOLOGY NURSING EXAM PAPER 2 (STANDARD
LEVEL) – 40 QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS &
DETAILED EXPLANATIONS | TEST BANK 2026
COURSE NAME
Pharmacology in Nursing and Healthcare Practice
LEVEL
College / University
SHORT INTRODUCTION
This standard-level pharmacology exam paper is designed to assess knowledge of
drug classifications, therapeutic uses, and safe medication practices in nursing and
healthcare.
It contains 40 structured questions with accurate answers and clear explanations.
Ideal for revision, exam preparation, and clinical competency development.
INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer all questions
• Read each question carefully before selecting your answer
• Section A: Choose ONE correct answer
• Section B: Provide clear and concise definitions
• Section C: Apply clinical reasoning in scenarios
• Section D: Provide detailed explanations
• Suggested time: 2 hours
• Attempt all questions
, PAPER 2 – STANDARD LEVEL
SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS (15 MARKS)
1. Which drug class reduces inflammation?
A. Antibiotics
B. NSAIDs
C. Antivirals
D. Antifungals
Answer: B
Explanation: NSAIDs inhibit prostaglandin production, reducing
inflammation.
2. Insulin is used to treat:
A. Hypertension
B. Diabetes mellitus
C. Asthma
D. Infection
Answer: B
Explanation: Insulin regulates blood glucose levels.
3. Antibiotics are primarily used to treat:
A. Viral infections
B. Bacterial infections
C. Fungal infections
D. Autoimmune diseases
Answer: B
Explanation: Antibiotics target and destroy bacteria.
4. Diuretics act mainly on the:
A. Heart
B. Kidneys
C. Brain
D. Liver
Answer: B
Explanation: They increase urine output by acting on kidneys.
5. Analgesics are used to relieve:
A. Pain
B. Fever only
C. Infection
D. Swelling only
LEVEL) – 40 QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS &
DETAILED EXPLANATIONS | TEST BANK 2026
COURSE NAME
Pharmacology in Nursing and Healthcare Practice
LEVEL
College / University
SHORT INTRODUCTION
This standard-level pharmacology exam paper is designed to assess knowledge of
drug classifications, therapeutic uses, and safe medication practices in nursing and
healthcare.
It contains 40 structured questions with accurate answers and clear explanations.
Ideal for revision, exam preparation, and clinical competency development.
INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer all questions
• Read each question carefully before selecting your answer
• Section A: Choose ONE correct answer
• Section B: Provide clear and concise definitions
• Section C: Apply clinical reasoning in scenarios
• Section D: Provide detailed explanations
• Suggested time: 2 hours
• Attempt all questions
, PAPER 2 – STANDARD LEVEL
SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS (15 MARKS)
1. Which drug class reduces inflammation?
A. Antibiotics
B. NSAIDs
C. Antivirals
D. Antifungals
Answer: B
Explanation: NSAIDs inhibit prostaglandin production, reducing
inflammation.
2. Insulin is used to treat:
A. Hypertension
B. Diabetes mellitus
C. Asthma
D. Infection
Answer: B
Explanation: Insulin regulates blood glucose levels.
3. Antibiotics are primarily used to treat:
A. Viral infections
B. Bacterial infections
C. Fungal infections
D. Autoimmune diseases
Answer: B
Explanation: Antibiotics target and destroy bacteria.
4. Diuretics act mainly on the:
A. Heart
B. Kidneys
C. Brain
D. Liver
Answer: B
Explanation: They increase urine output by acting on kidneys.
5. Analgesics are used to relieve:
A. Pain
B. Fever only
C. Infection
D. Swelling only
