Pharmacology HESI RN EXAM WELL
UPDATED 2024/2025 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS/ A+
Methadone - ANSWER-pain management, heroine patients that need to be transitioned
into sobriety
Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) - ANSWER-Muscle relaxant/antispasmodic, Physical
dependence - do not d/c abruptly
Methocarbamol (Robaxin), Baclofen (Lioresal) - ANSWER-Muscle Relaxant
Benzodiazepines withdrawal symptoms - ANSWER-tremors, sweating, agitation,
nervousness
Methylphenidate (Ritalin), amphetamine/dexaphetamine (Adderall) - ANSWER-used to
help symptoms of ADD/ADHA, side effects include racing heartrate, thirst, and reduced
hunger
Sumatriptan (Imitrex) and Fioricet - ANSWER-used to treat migraines
Valporic Acid - ANSWER-Anticonvulsant - don't give to children, the side and adverse
effects include sedation, dizziness, ataxia, and confusion. When the client is taking this
medication as a single daily dose, administering it at bedtime negates the risk of injury
from sedation and enhances client safety. Otherwise, it may be given after meals to
avoid gastrointestinal upset.
Phenobarbital (Luminal) - ANSWER-Anticonvulsant/Hypnotic; tonic-clonic and partial
seizures; the longest acting of common barbiturates; combined with other drugs;
, adverse reactions: drowsiness, nystagmus, ataxia, paradoxical excitement; therapeutic
levels: 15-60mcg/ml; avoid rapid infusion, monitor BP
Keppra (levetiracetam) - ANSWER-Anticonvulsant, kid friendly
Phenytoin (Dilantin) - ANSWER-Anticonvulsant. SEs: Nysagmus, diplopia, EOM palsies,
ataxia, gingival hyperplasia.
Gabapentin (Neurontin) - ANSWER-An anticonvulsant used to treat neuropathic pain,
with super high doses good for anxiety, the patient will be drowsy, given with other
anticonvulsant drugs
Pregabalin (Lyrica) - ANSWER-used to treat neuropathic pain
Loratidine (Claritin), Cetrizine (Zyrtec) - ANSWER-antihistamines, tx for allergies
Benzonatate (Tessalon Perles), Codeine, dextromethorphan - ANSWER-antitussives
helps to reduce cough
Guaifenesin (Mucinex) - ANSWER-Category: Expectorant, Use: Productive and
nonproductive cough, Precautions: Increase fluids if possible
Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) - ANSWER-decongestant (alpha-1 adrenergic agonist)
Oxymetazoline (Afrin) - ANSWER-nasal decongestant; may cause rebound congestion if
used for more than 3-5 days
Warfarin (Coumadin) - ANSWER-Anticoagulant that thins the blood, need to check
INR/PT blood values, antidote is vitamin k, if showing signs of bleeding check your INR,
limit leafy green vegetables
UPDATED 2024/2025 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS/ A+
Methadone - ANSWER-pain management, heroine patients that need to be transitioned
into sobriety
Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) - ANSWER-Muscle relaxant/antispasmodic, Physical
dependence - do not d/c abruptly
Methocarbamol (Robaxin), Baclofen (Lioresal) - ANSWER-Muscle Relaxant
Benzodiazepines withdrawal symptoms - ANSWER-tremors, sweating, agitation,
nervousness
Methylphenidate (Ritalin), amphetamine/dexaphetamine (Adderall) - ANSWER-used to
help symptoms of ADD/ADHA, side effects include racing heartrate, thirst, and reduced
hunger
Sumatriptan (Imitrex) and Fioricet - ANSWER-used to treat migraines
Valporic Acid - ANSWER-Anticonvulsant - don't give to children, the side and adverse
effects include sedation, dizziness, ataxia, and confusion. When the client is taking this
medication as a single daily dose, administering it at bedtime negates the risk of injury
from sedation and enhances client safety. Otherwise, it may be given after meals to
avoid gastrointestinal upset.
Phenobarbital (Luminal) - ANSWER-Anticonvulsant/Hypnotic; tonic-clonic and partial
seizures; the longest acting of common barbiturates; combined with other drugs;
, adverse reactions: drowsiness, nystagmus, ataxia, paradoxical excitement; therapeutic
levels: 15-60mcg/ml; avoid rapid infusion, monitor BP
Keppra (levetiracetam) - ANSWER-Anticonvulsant, kid friendly
Phenytoin (Dilantin) - ANSWER-Anticonvulsant. SEs: Nysagmus, diplopia, EOM palsies,
ataxia, gingival hyperplasia.
Gabapentin (Neurontin) - ANSWER-An anticonvulsant used to treat neuropathic pain,
with super high doses good for anxiety, the patient will be drowsy, given with other
anticonvulsant drugs
Pregabalin (Lyrica) - ANSWER-used to treat neuropathic pain
Loratidine (Claritin), Cetrizine (Zyrtec) - ANSWER-antihistamines, tx for allergies
Benzonatate (Tessalon Perles), Codeine, dextromethorphan - ANSWER-antitussives
helps to reduce cough
Guaifenesin (Mucinex) - ANSWER-Category: Expectorant, Use: Productive and
nonproductive cough, Precautions: Increase fluids if possible
Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) - ANSWER-decongestant (alpha-1 adrenergic agonist)
Oxymetazoline (Afrin) - ANSWER-nasal decongestant; may cause rebound congestion if
used for more than 3-5 days
Warfarin (Coumadin) - ANSWER-Anticoagulant that thins the blood, need to check
INR/PT blood values, antidote is vitamin k, if showing signs of bleeding check your INR,
limit leafy green vegetables
