Pharmacology Tips to Help You Pass the NCLEX
Posted in Pharmacology by Cedric On June 14, 2016
One of the most difficult courses in nursing school is Pharmacology. There are hundreds of medications that must be learned, along with their indications, contraindications, side effects, dosing, and much more. Learning all the medications you need to know to pass the
(ANSWERS) Pharmacology Review for NCLEX
Posted in Pharmacology by Cedric On November 5, 2013
1. B. Schedule II drugs are highly regulated. 2. C. uncertain risk. Most drugs fall under this category. 3. D. Absorbed in small intestine to live to circulation. 4. False. It is metabolized in the liver. It is excreted through the kidneys.
Pharmacology Review for NCLEX
Posted in Pharmacology by Cedric On October 10, 2013
1. Morphine, Codeine, and Methadone have a high potential for abuse or physical or psychological dependency. Which schedule of drugs do these belong in? a. Schedule I b. Schedule II c. Schedule III d. Schedule IV 2. In FDA pregnancy categories, what
Pharmacology Questions Part 2 Answers and Rationale
Posted in Pharmacology by admin On March 31, 2010
View Questions Answer C. Glycocalyx is a viscous polysaccharide or polypeptide slime that covers microbes. It enhances adherence to surfaces, resists phagocytic engulfment by the white blood cells, and prevents antibiotics from contacting the microbe. Glycocalyx does not have the effects in
Pharmacology Questions Part 2
Posted in Pharmacology by admin On March 28, 2010
1. An infection in a central venous access device is not eliminated by giving antibiotics through the catheter. How would bacterial glycocalyx contribute to this? a. It protects the bacteria from antibiotic and immunologic destruction. b. Glycocalyx neutralizes the antibiotic rendering it
Pharmacology Questions Part 1 Answers and Rationale
Posted in Pharmacology by admin On March 22, 2010
View Questions Answer B. Acetaminophen is extensively metabolized by pathways in the liver. Toxic doses of acetaminophen deplete hepatic glutathione, resulting in accumulation of the intermediate agent, quinine, which leads to hepatic necrosis. Prolonged use of acetaminophen may result in an increased
Pharmacology Questions Part 1
Posted in Pharmacology by admin On March 15, 2010
1. Walter, teenage patient is admitted to the hospital because of acetaminophen (Tylenol) overdose. Overdoses of acetaminophen can precipitate life-threatening abnormalities in which of the following organs? a. Lungs b. Liver c. Kidney d. Adrenal Glands 2. A contraindication for topical corticosteroid
NCLEX: Pharmacology Practice Test Answers and Rationale
Posted in Pharmacology by admin On December 13, 2009
View Questions 1. C. The ointment is placed in the lower conjunctival sac so it will not scratch the eye itself and will get well distributed. 2. D. The physician, nurse, and pharmacist all are licensed professionals and share responsibility for errors.
NCLEX: Pharmacology Practice Test
Posted in Pharmacology by admin On December 11, 2009
The nursery nurse is putting erythromycin ointment in the newborn’s eyes to prevent infection. She places it in the following area of the eye: under the eyelid on the cornea. in the lower conjunctival sac by the optic disc. The physician orders