NURS 5334 FINAL EXAM UPDATED

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NURS 5334 FINAL EXAM UPDATED

ACTUAL EXAM WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS.

What are three drugs that can be combined with Hydrocodone?(Pain Management Mod 3) - correct answer- Aspirin Acetaminophen Ibuprofen

Benzodiazepines and CNS depressants can be paired with acetaminophen-hydrocodone, True or False? - correct answer- False, this could lead to respiratory depression

Why would you give a patient Buprenorphine for maintenance once they recovered from opioid abuse? - correct answer- Partial opioid agonist that activated opioid receptors but produces less degree of euphoria and physical dependence compared to a full agonist

Why would you give a patient Naltrexone for maintenance once they recovered from opioid abuse? - correct answer- Naltrexone is a opioid antagonist that blocks the euphoric and sedative effects of opioids.

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What are 3 side effects of Hydrocodone? - correct answer- Constipation Respiratory depression Addition

What's the MOA of Sumatriptan? (-triptan) - correct answer- Selective agonist for serotonin 5HT receptors on intracranial blood vessels and sensory nerves of the trigeminal system, causes VASOCONSTRICTION and reduces neurogenic inflammation

What is the supplement Feverfew used for? - correct answer- Migraine Prophylaxis

Which types of drugs cannot be combined with Feverfew? - correct answer- Antiplatlets Anticoagulants

Increased risk of bleeding in patients taking antiplatelets (Aspirin) and anticoagulants (Wafarin)

How much Folic acid need to be given for a Folic Acid Deficiency? - correct answer- Give 1-2mg/day PO for a deficiency 2 / 4

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How much folic acid should a woman of child bearing age take?

• correct answer- 400-800 mcg daily

How much folic acid is recommended for a pregnant women? - correct answer- 400-600 mcg/day

If a patient comes in using Tacrolimus and Pimecrlimus cream, what is this for? - correct answer- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)

Ace inhibitors are contraindicated in pregnancy. While treatment of heart failure during during pregnancy is best done by a special, which of the following drug classes are considered to be safe at least in the later parts of pregnancy?

• Diuretics

B. ARBS

• Beta blockers
• Nitrates - correct answer- C. Beta blockers

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What are the names of two medications that are safe for pregnant women? - correct answer- Methyldopa and Labetalol are the traditional agents of choice for pregnant women

Why can Methyldopa and Labetalol be used in pregnant women? - correct answer- These drugs have limited effects on uteroplacental and fetal Hemodynamics and do not adversing effect the fetus or neonate

Anticholinergics such as Trihexyphenidyl and Benztropine can help with drooling in Parkinson's patients, True or False? - correct answer- True

A patient with COPD comes in to the hospital for the second time for moderate exacerbation. The eosinophils are 312. What medication should this patient be on to manage symptoms?

• Salmeterol
• Formoteral + Albuterol
• Albuterol + Budesonide
• Salmeterol + aclidinium + Budesonide - correct answer- D.

Salmeterol + aclidinium + Budesonide

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