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FREE PHARMACOLOGY AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT
PHARM 2 EXAM QUESTIONS
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Question 1: In which way does buspirone differ from other anxiolytics?
Answer:
It is not a central nervous system (CNS) depressant.Question 2: A patient is having an acute anxiety attack because of the anticipation of surgery the following day. The health care provider prescribes buspirone. Which nursing action is appropriate?
Answer:
Hold the medication and verify the prescription with the health care provider.Question 3: A patient taking buspirone uses the call light after breakfast to report feeling "really spacey." Which nursing response is appropriate?
Answer:
"Did you drink grapefruit juice with breakfast?" Question 4: Which laboratory value(s) would the nurse follow for a patient who has been taking buspirone regularly?
Answer:
Alanine transaminase (ALT) and aspartate transaminase (AST)
Question 5: The nurse notes in the medical administration record (MAR) that a nurse from the previous shift administered buspirone to a patient who is also taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). Which actions would the nurse take?
Answer:
-Perform a focused assessment on the patient. -Contact the health care provider.
Question 6: Buspirone is contraindicated for which patients?
Answer:
Patients with a known drug allergy Question 7: Which patient who would benefit from buspirone does the nurse discuss with the health care provider?
Answer:
Patient with long-term anxiety who drinks alcohol Question 8: Before administering buspirone to a patient, the nurse provides teaching. Which patient statement demonstrates that teaching has been effective?
Answer:
"This medication may make me dizzy; I will call for assistance when walking to the bathroom." Question 9: The health care provider prescribes ketoconazole for a patient. Before administration of the new medication, the patient's family brings in an updated medication list that includes buspirone. Which action should the nurse take?
Answer:
Hold the ketoconazole and notify the health care provider.
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