LPN Pharmacology 1 Exam Questions
and Answers
Agonist - ANSWER-Drug that produces a predictable response at the intended site.
Antagonist - ANSWER-Drug that will block the action of another drug. Example is
narcam for respiratory depression
Idiosyncratic Response - ANSWER-Unexpected response to a medication, often the
opposite, due to each person's unique sensitivity.
Reduced Response - ANSWER-Tolerance to a drug. Antihistamines are varied
because of this.
Allergic Reaction - ANSWER-Anaphylaxis may occur. Epinephrine used to constrict
blood vessels.
Environmental Temperature - ANSWER-Heat increases drug metabolism and cold
reduces it
Dosage Format - ANSWER-Influence intensity, onset, and duration of drugs.
Unit Clerk - ANSWER-May transcribe orders as long as LPN or RN has verified
them. The nurse is responsible.
Medication Orders Should Include. 1-8 - ANSWER-Name
Date and Time
Drug
Dosage
Route
Frequency
Physician Signature
Any Special Instructions
Adverse Drug Reaction - ANSWER-Harmful, unintended reaction to a drug
administered at a normal dosage.
Contraindications - ANSWER-Conditions in which drug should not be given
Trade Name - ANSWER-Short, brand name received from manufacturer
Generic Name - ANSWER-Longer name for the same drug
Stat - ANSWER-Immediately. Number one priority
and Answers
Agonist - ANSWER-Drug that produces a predictable response at the intended site.
Antagonist - ANSWER-Drug that will block the action of another drug. Example is
narcam for respiratory depression
Idiosyncratic Response - ANSWER-Unexpected response to a medication, often the
opposite, due to each person's unique sensitivity.
Reduced Response - ANSWER-Tolerance to a drug. Antihistamines are varied
because of this.
Allergic Reaction - ANSWER-Anaphylaxis may occur. Epinephrine used to constrict
blood vessels.
Environmental Temperature - ANSWER-Heat increases drug metabolism and cold
reduces it
Dosage Format - ANSWER-Influence intensity, onset, and duration of drugs.
Unit Clerk - ANSWER-May transcribe orders as long as LPN or RN has verified
them. The nurse is responsible.
Medication Orders Should Include. 1-8 - ANSWER-Name
Date and Time
Drug
Dosage
Route
Frequency
Physician Signature
Any Special Instructions
Adverse Drug Reaction - ANSWER-Harmful, unintended reaction to a drug
administered at a normal dosage.
Contraindications - ANSWER-Conditions in which drug should not be given
Trade Name - ANSWER-Short, brand name received from manufacturer
Generic Name - ANSWER-Longer name for the same drug
Stat - ANSWER-Immediately. Number one priority
