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final-pharmacology-exam-wgu-d116-2026
WGU D116 pharmacology
Final Exam 2026 Edition
Actual Questions And
Correct Detailed Answers
,1.A client taking omeprazole asks why it is prescribed. Which
response is correct?
A."Itcoats the lining of the stomach."
B."It neutralizes gastric acid."
C. "It blocks acid production."
D. "It stimulates protective mucus production."
Answer:C
Rationale: Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that
blocks gastric acid secretion.
2.A client with asthma uses albuterol PRN. Which statement
shows proper understanding?
A."I use this every morning and night."
B. "I use this when I'm having shortness of breath."
C."I use it with my steroid inhaler at the same time."
D. "I use this even if I'm not having symptoms."
Answer:B
Rationale: Albuterol is a rescue inhaler used during asthma attacks or
acute symptoms.
3. A client is prescribed loratadine for seasonal allergies. What is a key
difference from diphenhydramine?
A. Loratadine causes more drowsiness
B. Loratadine causes Gl upset
C. Loratadine is non-sedating
D. Loratadine is only available IV
, Answer:C
Rationale: Second-generation antihistamines like loratadine are
non-sedating.
4.A client with a penicillin allergy is prescribed cephalexin. What is
the nurse's priority?
A.Administer as ordered
B.Ask about previous reaction type
C. Hold the dose for 30 minutes
D.Give with food
Answer:B
Rationale: Cross-sensitivity may occur. Ask if the client had a true
anaphylactic reaction before administering.
5.A nurse is teaching a client how to apply clotrimazole vaginal
cream.What instruction is correct?
A.Use during menstruation
B. Stop once symptoms go away
C. Use applicator at bedtime
D.Use with a tamnpon
Answer:C
Rationale: For maximum effect, apply at bedtime using the
applicator. Avoid tampons during treatment.
6.A client taking carbidopa/levodopa reports facial twvitching and
eye spasms. What should the nurse do?
A.Reassure the client this is expected
B. Hold the dose and notify the provider
final-pharmacology-exam-wgu-d116-2026
WGU D116 pharmacology
Final Exam 2026 Edition
Actual Questions And
Correct Detailed Answers
,1.A client taking omeprazole asks why it is prescribed. Which
response is correct?
A."Itcoats the lining of the stomach."
B."It neutralizes gastric acid."
C. "It blocks acid production."
D. "It stimulates protective mucus production."
Answer:C
Rationale: Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that
blocks gastric acid secretion.
2.A client with asthma uses albuterol PRN. Which statement
shows proper understanding?
A."I use this every morning and night."
B. "I use this when I'm having shortness of breath."
C."I use it with my steroid inhaler at the same time."
D. "I use this even if I'm not having symptoms."
Answer:B
Rationale: Albuterol is a rescue inhaler used during asthma attacks or
acute symptoms.
3. A client is prescribed loratadine for seasonal allergies. What is a key
difference from diphenhydramine?
A. Loratadine causes more drowsiness
B. Loratadine causes Gl upset
C. Loratadine is non-sedating
D. Loratadine is only available IV
, Answer:C
Rationale: Second-generation antihistamines like loratadine are
non-sedating.
4.A client with a penicillin allergy is prescribed cephalexin. What is
the nurse's priority?
A.Administer as ordered
B.Ask about previous reaction type
C. Hold the dose for 30 minutes
D.Give with food
Answer:B
Rationale: Cross-sensitivity may occur. Ask if the client had a true
anaphylactic reaction before administering.
5.A nurse is teaching a client how to apply clotrimazole vaginal
cream.What instruction is correct?
A.Use during menstruation
B. Stop once symptoms go away
C. Use applicator at bedtime
D.Use with a tamnpon
Answer:C
Rationale: For maximum effect, apply at bedtime using the
applicator. Avoid tampons during treatment.
6.A client taking carbidopa/levodopa reports facial twvitching and
eye spasms. What should the nurse do?
A.Reassure the client this is expected
B. Hold the dose and notify the provider
