Galen Pharm Exam 4 Q&A (200+ Questions) – Antibiotics, Antivirals, Antifungals & Drug Nursing Implications – 2026, Galen College of Nursing

This document contains over 200 exam-style questions with verified answers for Galen Pharmacology Exam 4, focusing on major drug classes including antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, urinary agents, and their clinical applications. It covers essential pharmacological topics such as aminoglycosides, penicillins, cephalosporins, tetracyclines, macrolides, sulfonamides, glycopeptides, fluoroquinolones, and antiviral/antifungal therapies, along with their mechanisms of action, clinical uses, side effects, adverse reactions, and nursing implications. As shown on page 1, the document begins with foundational drug classifications like aminoglycosides (e.g., gentamicin), including their clinical uses in life-threatening infections and associated risks such as nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity. It then expands into a comprehensive review of multiple pharmacological categories, emphasizing critical nursing responsibilities such as lab monitoring (BUN, creatinine, liver enzymes), patient education, contraindications, and drug interactions (e.g., reduced effectiveness of oral contraceptives). The material is presented in a structured question-and-answer format, making it highly effective for exam preparation, memorization, and quick review. It aligns with nursing pharmacology curricula and is based on widely used textbooks such as Lehne’s Pharmacology for Nursing Care and Pharmacology and the Nursing Process. This document is highly relevant for students enrolled in Nursing, Pharmacology, and Health Science programs, particularly those at Galen College of Nursing. It is ideal for students preparing for pharmacology exams, NCLEX-style assessments, and course-specific tests. It is also useful for nursing students, practical nurses (LPN), registered nurses (RN), and healthcare trainees who need a strong understanding of medication administration, safety, and patient care. Keywords: pharmacology, antibiotics, aminoglycosides, penicillins, cephalosporins, tetracyclines, macrolides, sulfonamides, antivirals, antifungals, fluoroquinolones, drug interactions, nursing implications, side effects, adverse reactions