NR 341 LATEST
PHARMACOLOGY CJE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
What is the mechanism of action (MOA) of Nitroglycerin? -
ANSWERS-It dilates coronary arteries and increases oxygen delivery to
ischemic tissue.
What are the side effects of Nitroglycerin? - ANSWERS-Headache and
hypotension.
What crucial nursing implications should be followed when
administering Nitroglycerin? - ANSWERS-Do not use with PDE-5
inhibitors; call 911 if pain is not relieved after the first dose; keep in a
dark bottle; lie down after administration.
What type of drug is Amiodarone and what is its class? - ANSWERS-A
potassium channel blocker and Class III antiarrhythmic.
What are the indications for Amiodarone? - ANSWERS-Ventricular
arrhythmias, supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), and as part of ACLS
protocol for V-Fib and V-Tach.
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, NR 341 LATEST
PHARMACOLOGY CJE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
What nursing considerations are important for Amiodarone? -
ANSWERS-Monitor for ARDS, pulmonary toxicity, CHF, bradycardia,
hypotension, and QT prolongation; check dosage with another RN.
What is the mechanism of action of Adenosine? - ANSWERS-It slows
conduction through the AV node.
What are the indications for Adenosine? - ANSWERS-Paroxysmal
supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) to convert rhythm.
What nursing implications should be followed when administering
Adenosine? - ANSWERS-Administer IV push quickly followed by a
normal saline flush; monitor EKG closely.
What is the mechanism of action of Statins? - ANSWERS-They are
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that lower lipid levels.
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, NR 341 LATEST
PHARMACOLOGY CJE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
What are the indications for Statins? - ANSWERS-Management of
hypercholesterolemia and primary prevention of cardiovascular disease.
What are the nursing considerations for patients on Statins? -
ANSWERS-Contraindicated in active liver disease; monitor for
rhabdomyolysis and liver function tests (LFTs); avoid grapefruit juice.
What is the purpose of Niacin in lipid management? - ANSWERS-To
lower triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL while increasing HDL.
What side effect is commonly associated with Niacin? - ANSWERS-
Flushing, which can be mitigated by taking aspirin 30 minutes before
administration.
What are the general nursing implications for antihypertensives? -
ANSWERS-Monitor blood pressure and heart rate, educate on safety
measures for orthostatic hypotension, and advise on lifestyle changes.
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PHARMACOLOGY CJE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
What is the mechanism of action (MOA) of Nitroglycerin? -
ANSWERS-It dilates coronary arteries and increases oxygen delivery to
ischemic tissue.
What are the side effects of Nitroglycerin? - ANSWERS-Headache and
hypotension.
What crucial nursing implications should be followed when
administering Nitroglycerin? - ANSWERS-Do not use with PDE-5
inhibitors; call 911 if pain is not relieved after the first dose; keep in a
dark bottle; lie down after administration.
What type of drug is Amiodarone and what is its class? - ANSWERS-A
potassium channel blocker and Class III antiarrhythmic.
What are the indications for Amiodarone? - ANSWERS-Ventricular
arrhythmias, supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), and as part of ACLS
protocol for V-Fib and V-Tach.
END OF
PAGE
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, NR 341 LATEST
PHARMACOLOGY CJE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
What nursing considerations are important for Amiodarone? -
ANSWERS-Monitor for ARDS, pulmonary toxicity, CHF, bradycardia,
hypotension, and QT prolongation; check dosage with another RN.
What is the mechanism of action of Adenosine? - ANSWERS-It slows
conduction through the AV node.
What are the indications for Adenosine? - ANSWERS-Paroxysmal
supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) to convert rhythm.
What nursing implications should be followed when administering
Adenosine? - ANSWERS-Administer IV push quickly followed by a
normal saline flush; monitor EKG closely.
What is the mechanism of action of Statins? - ANSWERS-They are
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that lower lipid levels.
END OF
PAGE
2
, NR 341 LATEST
PHARMACOLOGY CJE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
What are the indications for Statins? - ANSWERS-Management of
hypercholesterolemia and primary prevention of cardiovascular disease.
What are the nursing considerations for patients on Statins? -
ANSWERS-Contraindicated in active liver disease; monitor for
rhabdomyolysis and liver function tests (LFTs); avoid grapefruit juice.
What is the purpose of Niacin in lipid management? - ANSWERS-To
lower triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL while increasing HDL.
What side effect is commonly associated with Niacin? - ANSWERS-
Flushing, which can be mitigated by taking aspirin 30 minutes before
administration.
What are the general nursing implications for antihypertensives? -
ANSWERS-Monitor blood pressure and heart rate, educate on safety
measures for orthostatic hypotension, and advise on lifestyle changes.
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