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A. It will bind to the alpha-2-delta ligand subunit of voltage-sensitive calcium channels. A patient with hypersexual disorder is being assessed for possible pharmacologic treatment. Why does the PMHNP prescribe an antiandrogen for this patient? Selected Answer: C. It will block testosterone. Which statement best describes a pharmacological approach to treating patients for impulsive aggression? Selected Answer: D. Opioid antagonists can be used to reduce drive. A 26-year-old female patient with nicotine dependence and a history of anxiety presents with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Based on the assessment, what does the PMHNP consider? Selected Answer: A. ADHD is often not the focus of treatment in adults with comorbid conditions. A patient with irritable bowel syndrome reports chronic stomach pain. The PMHNP wants to prescribe the patient an agent that will cause irrelevant nociceptive inputs from the pain to be ignored and no longer perceived as painful. Which drug will the PMHNP prescribe? Selected Answer: C. Duloxetine (Cymbalta) Parents of a 12-year-old boy want to consider attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication for their son. Which medication would the PMHNP start? Selected Answer: All of the above could potentially treat their son’s symptoms. Which of the following is a true statement regarding the use of stimulants to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? Selected Answer: B. Signal strength output is increased by dialing up the release of dopamine (DA) and norepinephrine (NE). Mr. Peterson is meeting with the PMHNP to discuss healthier dietary habits. With a BMI of 33, Mr. Peterson is obese and needs to modify his food intake. “Sometimes I think I’m addicted to food the way some people are addicted to drugs,” he says. Which statement best describes the neurobiological parallels between food and drug addiction? Selected Answer: A. There is decreased activation of the prefrontal cortex. A 72-year-old male patient is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. The PMHNP determines that improving memory is a key consideration in selecting a medication. Which of the following would be an appropriate choice? Selected Answer: D. All of the above A patient is prescribed D-methylphenidate, 10-mg extended-release capsules. What should the PMHNP include when discussing the side effects with the patient? Selected Answer: C. The medication can affect your blood pressure. The parents of a 7-year-old patient with ADHD are concerned about the effects of stimulants on their child. The parents prefer to start pharmacological treatment with a non-stimulant. Which medication will the PMHNP will most likely prescribe? Selected Answer: A. Stratt era The PMHNP is assessing a patient who has expressed suicidal intent and is now stating that he is hearing voices and sees people chasing him. The PMHNP identifies these symptoms to be associated with which of the following? Selected Answer: C. “Bath salt” intoxication 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) A 63-year-old patient presents with the following symptoms. The PMHNP determines which set of symptoms warrant prescribing a medication? Select the answer that is matched with an appropriate treatment. Selected Answer: B. Impairment in the ability to learn and retain new information is most problematic, and an appropriate treatment option would be donepezil. The PMHNP is caring for a patient with chronic insomnia who is worried about pharmacological treatment because the patient does not want to experience dependence. Which pharmacological treatment approach will the PMHNP likely select for this patient for a limi

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User Cynthia Rochelle Archie
Course NURS-6630N
Test Week 11 Final Exam
Started 2/6/19 9:14 AM
Submitted 2/6/19 11:08 AM
Due Date 2/11/19 1:59 AM
Status Completed
Attempt Score 73 out of 75
points
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• Question 1
1 out of 1 points
Mrs. Rosen is a 49-year-old patient who is experiencing fibro-fog. What does the PMHNP
prescribe for Mrs. Rosen to improve this condition?



Selected D.
Answer: All of
the
above

• Question 2
0 out of 1 points
An elderly woman with a history of Alzheimer’s disease, coronary artery disease, and
myocardial infarction had a fall at home 3 months ago that resulted in her receiving an
open reduction internal fixation. While assessing this patient, the PMHNP is made aware
that the patient continues to experience mild to moderate pain. What is the PMHNP most
likely to do?



Selected A.
Answer: Order an X-ray because it is possible that she
dislocated her hip.


• Question 3
1 out of 1 points
The PMHNP is caring for a patient who reports excessive arousal at nighttime. What could
the PMHNP use for a time-limited duration to shift the patient’s brain from a hyperactive
state to a sleep state?



Selected B.
Answer: Benzodiazepi

, nes



• Question 4
1 out of 1 points
A patient addicted to heroin is receiving treatment for detoxification. He begins to
experience tachycardia, tremors, and diaphoresis. What medication will the PMHNP
prescribe for this patient?


Selected D.
Answer: Clonidine
(Catapres)

• Question 5
1 out of 1 points
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 6
1 out of 1 points
A patient with hypersexual disorder is being assessed for possible pharmacologic
treatment. Why does the PMHNP prescribe an antiandrogen for this patient?



Selected C.
Answer: It will block
testosterone.




• Question 7
1 out of 1 points
Which statement best describes a pharmacological approach to treating patients for
impulsive aggression?



Selected D.
Answer: Opioid antagonists can be used
to reduce drive.

, • Question 8
1 out of 1 points
A 26-year-old female patient with nicotine dependence and a history of anxiety presents
with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Based on the
assessment, what does the PMHNP consider?

Selected A.
Answer: ADHD is often not the focus of treatment in adults with
comorbid conditions.



• Question 9
1 out of 1 points
A patient with irritable bowel syndrome reports chronic stomach pain. The PMHNP wants
to prescribe the patient an agent that will cause irrelevant nociceptive inputs from the
pain to be ignored and no longer perceived as painful. Which drug will the PMHNP
prescribe?

Selected C.
Answer: Duloxetine
(Cymbalta)



• Question 10
1 out of 1 points
Parents of a 12-year-old boy want to consider attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD) medication for their son. Which medication would the PMHNP start?



Selected All of the above could potentially treat their
Answer: son’s symptoms.

• Question 11
1 out of 1 points
Which of the following is a true statement regarding the use of stimulants to treat
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?


Selected B.
Answer: Signal strength output is increased by dialing up the release of
dopamine (DA) and norepinephrine (NE).




• Question 12
1 out of 1 points
Mr. Peterson is meeting with the PMHNP to discuss healthier dietary habits. With a BMI of

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