The PMHNP prescribes gabapentin (Neurontin) for a patient’s chronic pain.
How does the PMHNP anticipate the drug to work?
Selected A.
Answer: It will bind to the alpha-2-delta ligand subunit of
voltage-sensitive calcium channels.
• Question 2
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• Question 3
0 out of 1 points
The PMHNP evaluates a patient presenting with symptoms of dementia. Before
the PMHNP considers treatment options, the patient must be assessed for other
possible causes of dementia. Which of the following answers addresses both
possible other causes of dementia and a rational treatment option for Dementia?
Selected B.
Answer: Possible other causes: hypothyroidism, adrenal
insufficiency, hyperparathyroidism
Possible treatment option: donepezil
• Question 4
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1 out of 1 points
An 80-year-old female patient diagnosed with Stage II Alzheimer’s has a history
of irritable bowel syndrome. Which cholinergic drug may be the best choice for
treatment given the patient’s gastrointestinal problems?
Selected Answer: A.
Donepezil (Aricept)
• Question 5
0 out of 1 points
The PMHNP is teaching parents about their child’s new prescription for
Ritalin. What will the PMHNP include in the teaching?
Selected Answer: D.
There will be continued effects into the evening.
• Question 6
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