NURS 3015
Pathopharmacology
Final Assessment Review
(With Solutions)
2026
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, 1. A patient with atrial fibrillation is prescribed warfarin. Which lab
value must be monitored?
A. Hemoglobin
B. Platelets
C. INR
D. Sodium
Answer: C. Rationale: INR guides warfarin dosing and safety.
2. A patient with asthma is prescribed corticosteroids. Which adverse
effect is most concerning with long‑term use?
A. Weight loss
B. Immunosuppression and osteoporosis
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Bradycardia
Answer: B. Rationale: Corticosteroids suppress immunity and
weaken bones.
3. A patient with Parkinson’s disease is prescribed
levodopa/carbidopa. Which symptom improvement indicates
effectiveness?
A. Constipation relief
B. Improved motor function and reduced tremors
C. Increased appetite
D. Reduced blood pressure
Answer: B. Rationale: Levodopa restores dopamine → improved motor
control.
4. A patient with heart failure is prescribed furosemide. Which
assessment finding requires immediate intervention?
A. Mild edema
B. Potassium 2.8 mEq/L
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Pathopharmacology
Final Assessment Review
(With Solutions)
2026
1
, 1. A patient with atrial fibrillation is prescribed warfarin. Which lab
value must be monitored?
A. Hemoglobin
B. Platelets
C. INR
D. Sodium
Answer: C. Rationale: INR guides warfarin dosing and safety.
2. A patient with asthma is prescribed corticosteroids. Which adverse
effect is most concerning with long‑term use?
A. Weight loss
B. Immunosuppression and osteoporosis
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Bradycardia
Answer: B. Rationale: Corticosteroids suppress immunity and
weaken bones.
3. A patient with Parkinson’s disease is prescribed
levodopa/carbidopa. Which symptom improvement indicates
effectiveness?
A. Constipation relief
B. Improved motor function and reduced tremors
C. Increased appetite
D. Reduced blood pressure
Answer: B. Rationale: Levodopa restores dopamine → improved motor
control.
4. A patient with heart failure is prescribed furosemide. Which
assessment finding requires immediate intervention?
A. Mild edema
B. Potassium 2.8 mEq/L
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