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Pharmacology FINAL EXAM Review
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1. The nurse is administering parenteral drugs. Which statement is true
regard- ing parenteral drugs?
a. Absorption of parenteral drugs is affected by reduced blood flow to
the stomach.
b. Parenteral drugs bypass the first-pass effect.
c. Parenteral drugs exert their effects while circulating in the
bloodstream.
d. Absorption of parenteral drugs is faster when the stomach is empty.: b
2. During a nursing assessment, which question by the nurse allows
for greater clarification and additional discussion with the patient?
a. "Are you taking this medication with meals?"
b. "Are you allergic to penicillin?"
c. "What medications do you take?"
d. "Have you had a reaction to this drug?": c
3. A patient is taking the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
indomethacin (Indocin) as treatment for pericarditis. The nurse will
teach the patient to watch for which adverse effect?
a. Tachycardia
b. Nervousness
c. Dizziness
d. Nausea and vomiting: d
4. A patient with a severe fungal infection has orders for voriconazole
(Vfend). The nurse is reviewing the patient's medical record and would
be concerned if which assessment finding is noted?
