Pharmacology Nurse Practice Test
by Daisy Jane Antipuesto RN MN · November 12, 2010
December 2010 Nursing Board Exam Review Questions on Pharmacology.
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Pharmacology
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Question 1 |
A | Potassium |
B | Sodium |
C | Creatinine |
D | Platelet |
Question 2 |
A | PRN order |
B | Stat Order |
C | Single order |
D | Standing Order |
Question 3 |
A | Succimer |
B | NSAIDs |
C | Salicylates |
D | Allopurinol |
Question 4 |
A | Anorexia |
B | Leukocytosis |
C | Increase platelet count |
D | Constipation |
Question 5 |
A | Anti-infective |
B | Antiviral |
C | Antihypertensive |
D | NonSteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug |
Question 6 |
A | Pharmacokinetics |
B | Half-life |
C | Pharmacodynamics |
D | Potency |
Question 7 |
A | Trophoblastic neoplasms |
B | Preexisting liver damage |
C | Impaired renal function |
D | Infection |
Question 8 |
A | Superscription |
B | Subscription |
C | Inscription |
D | Signature |
Question 9 |
A | It should be omitted. |
B | It should be taken within 4 hours after the missed dose. |
C | The next dose should be doubled. |
D | It should be taken within 24 hours after the missed dose. |
Question 10 |
A | Use a soft-bristled toothbrush. |
B | Use sunscreen and protective clothing. |
C | Use electric razor in removing mustache. |
D | Use OTC drugs and salicylates in treating fever. |
Question 11 |
A | Naproxen |
B | Allopurinol |
C | Leucovorin |
D | Vincristine |
Question 12 |
A | Superscription |
B | Subscription |
C | Inscription |
D | Personal data |
Question 13 |
A | Calcium Gluconate |
B | Leucovorin Calcium |
C | Edetate Calcium Disodium |
D | Phenytoin |
Question 14 |
A | The process of absorbing, distributing, metabolizing and excreting the drug. |
B | Refers to the maximum response achievable from a drug. |
C | Measure of the concentration of a drug at which it is effective. |
D | d. A reduction in response to an agonist while it is continuously present at the receptor, or progressive decrease in response upon repeated exposure to an agonist. |
Question 15 |
A | As directed |
B | Ointment |
C | Suspension |
D | Label |
Question 16 |
A | PRN order |
B | Stat Order |
C | Single order |
D | Standing Order |
Question 17 |
A | Increase intracranial pressure |
B | Dehydration |
C | Toxic overdose |
D | Acute oliguric phase of renal failure |
Question 18 |
A | ALT, AST |
B | WBC and Platelet Count |
C | Sodium and potassium |
D | BUN and creatinine |
Question 19 |
A | Nausea and vomiting |
B | Hypokalemia |
C | Blurred vision |
D | Bradycardia |
Question 20 |
A | Potassium sparing diuretic |
B | Loop diuretic |
C | Osmotic diuretic |
D | Potassium wasting diuretic |
Question 21 |
A | Drug half-life is period of time it takes for a substance undergoing decay to decrease by half |
B | Drug half-life is period of time it takes for a substance undergoing decay to increase by half |
C | Drug half-life is the period of time required for the concentration or whole amount of drug in the body to be fully metabolized |
D | Letters A and C |
Question 22 |
A | Alcohol |
B | Milk |
C | Caffeine |
D | Water |
Question 23 |
A | Superscription |
B | Subscription |
C | Inscription |
D | Signature |
Question 24 |
A | Abdominal pain |
B | Diarrhea |
C | Ulcerative stomatitis |
D | All of the above |
Question 25 |
A | Pregnancy |
B | Allergic reaction to the drug |
C | Ectopic pregnancy |
D | Hypersensitivity |
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Daisy Jane Antipuesto RN MN
Currently a Nursing Local Board Examination Reviewer. Subjects handled are Pediatric, Obstetric and Psychiatric Nursing. Previous work experiences include: Clinical instructor/lecturer, clinical coordinator (Level II), caregiver instructor/lecturer, NC2 examination reviewer and staff/clinic nurse. Areas of specialization: Emergency room, Orthopedic Ward and Delivery Room. Also an IELTS passer.