NURS 329 Final Exam Study Guide Spring 2025
What is the mechanism of action (MOA) of Reglan? - correct answer Reglan (Metoclopramide)
blocks dopamine and serotonin receptors, increasing motility of the GI tract.
What are the adverse effects (AE) of Reglan? - correct answer CNS depression, extrapyramidal
symptoms (EPS), and diarrhea.
What nursing considerations should be taken when administering Reglan? - correct answer
Give prior to meals and N/V symptoms. Do not use on bowel obstruction or perforation, and
monitor for EPS (tardive dyskinesia).
What is the primary use of Sucralfate (Carafate)? - correct answer To protect ulcers; it does not
decrease acid.
What are the interactions associated with Sucralfate? - correct answer Decreased absorption
with phenytoin, digoxin, theophylline, warfarin, and fluoroquinolones. Antacids can decrease its
effect.
What are the goals of treatment for PUD? - correct answer Alleviate symptoms and promote
healing.
What are some common symptoms of PUD? - correct answer Dyspepsia, GERD, hiatal hernia
(HH), ulcers, and Zollinger syndrome.
What are the key focuses for ABX Therapy in the exam? - correct answer Mechanism of Action
(MOA), therapeutic effects, adverse effects, patient education, and nursing considerations.
What are the common drugs discussed under COX Inhibitors? - correct answer Acetaminophen,
ASA (Aspirin), Ketorolac, and Celebrex.
What should students understand about Glucocorticoids in Non-Endocrine Disorders? - correct
answer MOA, therapeutic doses, dose adjustments, adverse effects, and patient education.
What is the focus of study for Drugs for Muscle Spasm? - correct answer Central vs peripheral
action of drugs like Cyclobenzaprine, Dantrolene, Baclofen, and Diazepam.
What are the nursing considerations for CNS Stimulants? - correct answer Indications, toxicity
signs, patient education, nursing administration considerations, and adverse effects.
What should students know about herbal supplements for the exam? - correct answer
Common supplements include Ginger, Garlic, Ginkgo Biloba, and Echinacea.
What vitamins are highlighted in the study material? - correct answer Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and
Vitamin K.
What is the significance of understanding drug interactions in pharmacology? - correct answer
To evaluate if treatment is effective and ensure safe medication administration.
, What types of questions can students expect on the NURS 329 Final Exam? - correct answer
Knowledge questions, comprehension questions, application questions, and analysis questions.
What are the common adverse effects of chemotherapy drugs? - correct answer General
knowledge about adverse effects is required.
What is the focus of study for Antifungals in the exam? - correct answer Mechanism of action
and nursing considerations for Amphotericin B (Fungizone).
What is the expected number of questions on Med Math? - correct answer 2-3 questions.
What is the expected number of questions regarding Antivirals (Non-HIV)? - correct answer 1-2
questions.
What should students consider when studying for pharmacology? - correct answer Why the
medication is given, when it should not be given, mechanism of action, side effects, nursing
considerations, and drug interactions.
What effect do antacids have on medications? - correct answer Antacids can decrease the
effect of other medications.
When should antacids not be used in relation to other medications? - correct answer Antacids
should not be used within 2 hours of other medications.
What is the mechanism of action (MOA) of Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer Ciprofloxacin
inhibits DNA gyrase, which is necessary for DNA replication.
List some uses of Ciprofloxacin. - correct answer Ciprofloxacin is used for sinusitis, UTI,
pneumonia, salmonella, shigella, and anthrax.
What are the therapeutic effects of Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer Ciprofloxacin has a broad
spectrum of activity.
What are common adverse effects of Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer Common adverse effects
include headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, vaginal/throat candida,
photosensitivity, and hyperglycemia.
What are some severe adverse effects of Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer Severe adverse effects
include prolonged QT interval, permanent neuropathy, Achilles tendon rupture, and aortic
dissection.
What patient education should be provided for those taking Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer
Patients should wear sunscreen, avoid heavy exercises, contact a doctor if experiencing ankle
pain, and monitor blood sugar if diabetic.
What is the mechanism of action (MOA) of Reglan? - correct answer Reglan (Metoclopramide)
blocks dopamine and serotonin receptors, increasing motility of the GI tract.
What are the adverse effects (AE) of Reglan? - correct answer CNS depression, extrapyramidal
symptoms (EPS), and diarrhea.
What nursing considerations should be taken when administering Reglan? - correct answer
Give prior to meals and N/V symptoms. Do not use on bowel obstruction or perforation, and
monitor for EPS (tardive dyskinesia).
What is the primary use of Sucralfate (Carafate)? - correct answer To protect ulcers; it does not
decrease acid.
What are the interactions associated with Sucralfate? - correct answer Decreased absorption
with phenytoin, digoxin, theophylline, warfarin, and fluoroquinolones. Antacids can decrease its
effect.
What are the goals of treatment for PUD? - correct answer Alleviate symptoms and promote
healing.
What are some common symptoms of PUD? - correct answer Dyspepsia, GERD, hiatal hernia
(HH), ulcers, and Zollinger syndrome.
What are the key focuses for ABX Therapy in the exam? - correct answer Mechanism of Action
(MOA), therapeutic effects, adverse effects, patient education, and nursing considerations.
What are the common drugs discussed under COX Inhibitors? - correct answer Acetaminophen,
ASA (Aspirin), Ketorolac, and Celebrex.
What should students understand about Glucocorticoids in Non-Endocrine Disorders? - correct
answer MOA, therapeutic doses, dose adjustments, adverse effects, and patient education.
What is the focus of study for Drugs for Muscle Spasm? - correct answer Central vs peripheral
action of drugs like Cyclobenzaprine, Dantrolene, Baclofen, and Diazepam.
What are the nursing considerations for CNS Stimulants? - correct answer Indications, toxicity
signs, patient education, nursing administration considerations, and adverse effects.
What should students know about herbal supplements for the exam? - correct answer
Common supplements include Ginger, Garlic, Ginkgo Biloba, and Echinacea.
What vitamins are highlighted in the study material? - correct answer Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and
Vitamin K.
What is the significance of understanding drug interactions in pharmacology? - correct answer
To evaluate if treatment is effective and ensure safe medication administration.
, What types of questions can students expect on the NURS 329 Final Exam? - correct answer
Knowledge questions, comprehension questions, application questions, and analysis questions.
What are the common adverse effects of chemotherapy drugs? - correct answer General
knowledge about adverse effects is required.
What is the focus of study for Antifungals in the exam? - correct answer Mechanism of action
and nursing considerations for Amphotericin B (Fungizone).
What is the expected number of questions on Med Math? - correct answer 2-3 questions.
What is the expected number of questions regarding Antivirals (Non-HIV)? - correct answer 1-2
questions.
What should students consider when studying for pharmacology? - correct answer Why the
medication is given, when it should not be given, mechanism of action, side effects, nursing
considerations, and drug interactions.
What effect do antacids have on medications? - correct answer Antacids can decrease the
effect of other medications.
When should antacids not be used in relation to other medications? - correct answer Antacids
should not be used within 2 hours of other medications.
What is the mechanism of action (MOA) of Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer Ciprofloxacin
inhibits DNA gyrase, which is necessary for DNA replication.
List some uses of Ciprofloxacin. - correct answer Ciprofloxacin is used for sinusitis, UTI,
pneumonia, salmonella, shigella, and anthrax.
What are the therapeutic effects of Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer Ciprofloxacin has a broad
spectrum of activity.
What are common adverse effects of Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer Common adverse effects
include headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, vaginal/throat candida,
photosensitivity, and hyperglycemia.
What are some severe adverse effects of Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer Severe adverse effects
include prolonged QT interval, permanent neuropathy, Achilles tendon rupture, and aortic
dissection.
What patient education should be provided for those taking Ciprofloxacin? - correct answer
Patients should wear sunscreen, avoid heavy exercises, contact a doctor if experiencing ankle
pain, and monitor blood sugar if diabetic.
