NURS 6630 MIDTERM EXAM LATEST WALDEN UNIVERSITY

NURS 6630 MIDTERM EXAM LATEST 2022-
2023 WALDEN UNIVERSITY




Question 1 1 out of 1 points
Antihistamines may cause side eOects such as blurred vision, constipation, memory problems,
and dry mouth. This is due to the eGects of antihistamines.

Selected Answer: a. Anticholinergic

,Question 2 1 out of 1 points

A 26-year-old female patient with nicotine dependence and a history of anxiety presents with
symptoms of attention de cit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Based on the assessment, what
does the PMHNP consider?

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



Question 3 0 out of 1 points

Molly is a 52-year-old female that has a diagnosis of bromyalgia. She complains of fatigue and
cognitive di culties. Which medication is the PMHNP most likely to prescribe?

Selected Answer: c. Topiramate (TOPAMAX)



Question 4 1 out of 1 points

A patient with gambling disorder and no other psychiatric comorbidities is being treated with
pharmacological agents. Which drug is the PMHNP most likely to prescribe?

Selected Answer: d. Naltrexone



Question 5 1 out of 1 points

Which of the following is considered as a disruptive/impulse control behavior?

Selected Answer: a. Pyromania



Question 6 1 out of 1 points

Kevin is an adolescent who has been diagnosed with kleptomania. His parents are interested in
seeking pharmacological treatment. What does the PMHNP tell the parents regarding his
treatment options?

Selected Answer: c. “Naltrexone may be an appropriate option to discuss.”



Question 7 1 out of 1 points

A young patient is prescribed Vyvanse. During the follow-up appointment, which comment
made by the patient makes the PMHNP think that the dosing is being done incorrectly?

, Selected Answer: b. “I am unable to fall asleep at night.”



Question 8 1 out of 1 points

The novel neurotransmitter adenosine is responsible for the sleep-wake cycle by increasing
throughout the day and diminishing during night. Which of the follow is an antagonist of
adenosine?

Selected Answer: a. Ca eine




Question 9 1 out of 1 points

What will the PMHNP most likely prescribe to a patient with psychotic aggression who needs to
manage the top-down cortical control and the excessive drive from striatal hyperactivity?

Selected Answer: a. Antipsychotics



Question 10 1 out of 1 points

Mike wants to quit smoking. He has tried nicotine replacement and varenicline without success.
He has asked for another medication to help him kick his habit. The PMHNP decides to try a
medication that increases dopamine by prescribing a medications that can increase both
norepinephrine and dopamine. Which medication did the PMHNP prescribe?

Selected Answer: c. Bupropion (ZYBAN)



Question 11 1 out of 1 points

The PMHNP has been asked to provide an in-service training to include attention to the use of
antipsychotics to treat Alzheimer’s. What does the PMHNP convey to sta ?
Selected c.
Answer: The use of an psycho cs may cause increased cardiovascular events and
mortality
and an psycho cs are o en used as “chemical straightjackets” to over-
tranquilize
pa ents.



Question 12 1 out of 1 points

The PMHNP is caring for a patient who openly admitted to drinking a quart of vodka daily. Prior to
prescribing this patient disulJram (Antabuse), it is important for the PMHNP to:
Selected Answer: b. Evaluate the patient’s willingness to abstain from alcohol