Pharmacology Tips to Help You Pass the NCLEX

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

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NCLEX Exam Review about Drugs

Ethacrynic Acid (Edecrin)—are considered loop diuretics and are potassium wasting; encourage client to increase intake of potassium-rich foods. Orange juice/Bananas, etc. Aminophylline (Truphylline)—is a xanthine bronchodilator; major side effects: palpitations, nervousness, rapid pulse, dysrhythmias, nausea, and vomiting. Toxic effects: confusion, headache, flushing, tachycardia,

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(ANSWERS and RATIONALE) – Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies

Click here to view the Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies questions. 1. A. Furadantin antimicrobial activity is more potent in an acid urine. Ascorbic acid or vitamin C tablets acidify the urine. 2. A. These signs, in addition to laryngeal edema, are characteristic

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NCLEX Questions – Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies

1. The client who is receiving Furadantin for a urinary tract infection may also receive ascorbic acid. The rationale for this additional agent is to a. Acidify the urine. b. Alkalinize the urine. c. Fortify mucosal resistance. d. Promote tissue repair. 2.

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