Pharmacology SATA Multiple Choice questions and
correct answers With Rationale, With Complete Solution
2024.
The nurse is administering a patient Bethanicol (urecholine). The nurse knows that what interventions
are normal with this medication? SATA
1) should be given on an empty stomach
2) should be given 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals
3) recording fluid intake and output is not a concern
4) the need to monitor liver enzymes
5) assessing for HTN
6) having atropine sulfate available
Ans: 1,2,4,6
3) fluid intake and output is a concern
5) would assess for orthostatic hypotension and teach pt. to rise slowly to avoid dizziness
The nurse is teaching the client about use of OTC medications. What would the nurse include in the
teaching? SATA
1) you can take these drugs for self-treatment when you feel like it
2) notify healthcare provider before taking
3) follow label instructions
4) report abnormal side effects to PCP
Ans: 2,3,4
1) it is not recommended that someone take OTC meds for self-treatment. It can mask the severity of a
medical condition.
A patient is just being started on subcutaneous epinephrine. What s/sx would the nurse monitor for?
SATA
1) sweating
2) N/V
3) flushing
4) increased energy
5) dizziness
6) HA
Ans: 1,2,5,6
3) would see pallor, not flushing
, 4) would have nervousness and agitation; insomnia
Other s/sx: anorexia, tremors, weakness, irritation at site
The nurse is teaching a nursing student about the effects of cholinergic drugs. Which effects do these
drugs have on the body? SATA
1) vasoconstriction
2) miosis
3) bladder relaxation
4) increased peristalsis
5) decreased secretions
6) decreased HR and BP
Ans: 2,4,6
1) would have vasodilation
3) would have bladder contraction
5) would have increased secretions and salivation
The nursing is teaching the patient about Phenytoin. What statements by the patient indicate
understanding of teaching? SATA
1. I will need to avoid alcohol while taking this med.
2. I will need to use a soft toothbrush but will not require frequent dental checkups
3. I should take it at the same time of the day with food
4. I should call my physician if my urine becomes discolored.
5. I should avoid using ginkgo biloba and OTC medications
Ans: 1,3,5
2) soft toothbrush yes; will still need frequent dental checkups due to increased incidence of gingival
hyperplasia
4) the urine may turn a harmless pinkish red or reddish brown color. This does not warrant concern.
The nurse is explaining Alzheimer's disease to the daughter of a progressively confused 88-year-old
patient. What will the nurse inform the family member? SATA
1. There is no known absolute cure
2. Onset occurs around 70 years of age
3. Her mother may experience changes in mood and behavior
4. There are some drugs that can slow the process of the disease
5) Her mother will not experience memory loss.
Ans: 1,3,4
correct answers With Rationale, With Complete Solution
2024.
The nurse is administering a patient Bethanicol (urecholine). The nurse knows that what interventions
are normal with this medication? SATA
1) should be given on an empty stomach
2) should be given 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals
3) recording fluid intake and output is not a concern
4) the need to monitor liver enzymes
5) assessing for HTN
6) having atropine sulfate available
Ans: 1,2,4,6
3) fluid intake and output is a concern
5) would assess for orthostatic hypotension and teach pt. to rise slowly to avoid dizziness
The nurse is teaching the client about use of OTC medications. What would the nurse include in the
teaching? SATA
1) you can take these drugs for self-treatment when you feel like it
2) notify healthcare provider before taking
3) follow label instructions
4) report abnormal side effects to PCP
Ans: 2,3,4
1) it is not recommended that someone take OTC meds for self-treatment. It can mask the severity of a
medical condition.
A patient is just being started on subcutaneous epinephrine. What s/sx would the nurse monitor for?
SATA
1) sweating
2) N/V
3) flushing
4) increased energy
5) dizziness
6) HA
Ans: 1,2,5,6
3) would see pallor, not flushing
, 4) would have nervousness and agitation; insomnia
Other s/sx: anorexia, tremors, weakness, irritation at site
The nurse is teaching a nursing student about the effects of cholinergic drugs. Which effects do these
drugs have on the body? SATA
1) vasoconstriction
2) miosis
3) bladder relaxation
4) increased peristalsis
5) decreased secretions
6) decreased HR and BP
Ans: 2,4,6
1) would have vasodilation
3) would have bladder contraction
5) would have increased secretions and salivation
The nursing is teaching the patient about Phenytoin. What statements by the patient indicate
understanding of teaching? SATA
1. I will need to avoid alcohol while taking this med.
2. I will need to use a soft toothbrush but will not require frequent dental checkups
3. I should take it at the same time of the day with food
4. I should call my physician if my urine becomes discolored.
5. I should avoid using ginkgo biloba and OTC medications
Ans: 1,3,5
2) soft toothbrush yes; will still need frequent dental checkups due to increased incidence of gingival
hyperplasia
4) the urine may turn a harmless pinkish red or reddish brown color. This does not warrant concern.
The nurse is explaining Alzheimer's disease to the daughter of a progressively confused 88-year-old
patient. What will the nurse inform the family member? SATA
1. There is no known absolute cure
2. Onset occurs around 70 years of age
3. Her mother may experience changes in mood and behavior
4. There are some drugs that can slow the process of the disease
5) Her mother will not experience memory loss.
Ans: 1,3,4
