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NSG 533: PHARM EXAM 2 2026
REAL QUESTIONS WITH EXPERTLY
VERIFIED ANSWERS.
What triggers would you want to tell a patient to avoid to help
prevent migraines (non-pharmacologic interventions):
-emotional stress
-sleep excess or deficient
-strong smells
-alcohol
-caffeine
-fermented foods
-nitrates
-tobacco
-MSG
Know what are the "red flag symptoms" of headaches which
signify the need for urgent medical care:
-new onset sudden, severe pain
-systemic signs (fever, weight loss, HTN)
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-focal neuro symptoms
-papilledema (swelling of both optic discs in eyes d/t increased
ICP
-cough/ exertion triggered by HA
-pregnancy or postpartum state
-HIV
-cancer patients
-seizure activity
Know the stepwise treatment algorithm for the treatment of
chronic headaches/ migraines:
1. PMH, family hx, med hx
2. Assess info: triggers? Timing?
3. Develop POC: recommend pharmacotherapy that is financially
feasible
4. Implement plan- log HA diary
5. Follow up- 4 weeks after starting new med
If you had a patient w/ a hx of GERD and required a calcium
supplement, what would be the best supplement to
recommend?
NSG 533: PHARM EXAM 2 2026
REAL QUESTIONS WITH EXPERTLY
VERIFIED ANSWERS.
What triggers would you want to tell a patient to avoid to help
prevent migraines (non-pharmacologic interventions):
-emotional stress
-sleep excess or deficient
-strong smells
-alcohol
-caffeine
-fermented foods
-nitrates
-tobacco
-MSG
Know what are the "red flag symptoms" of headaches which
signify the need for urgent medical care:
-new onset sudden, severe pain
-systemic signs (fever, weight loss, HTN)
, Page | 2
-focal neuro symptoms
-papilledema (swelling of both optic discs in eyes d/t increased
ICP
-cough/ exertion triggered by HA
-pregnancy or postpartum state
-HIV
-cancer patients
-seizure activity
Know the stepwise treatment algorithm for the treatment of
chronic headaches/ migraines:
1. PMH, family hx, med hx
2. Assess info: triggers? Timing?
3. Develop POC: recommend pharmacotherapy that is financially
feasible
4. Implement plan- log HA diary
5. Follow up- 4 weeks after starting new med
If you had a patient w/ a hx of GERD and required a calcium
supplement, what would be the best supplement to
recommend?
