NR 293 Quiz 2

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Chamberlain University

NR-293: Pharmacology for Nursing Practice

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Quiz 2: NR 293

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Question 1

Several patients have been prescribed acetaminophen on an as-needed basis for pain. Upon review, the nurse identifies that one patient has a contraindication to acetaminophen use.

Which patient should be prescribed an alternative medication?
A. A patient with a fever of 103.4°F
B. A patient admitted with a blood clot
C. A patient admitted with severe hepatitis
D. A patient who had abdominal surgery a week ago

Correct Answer: C. A patient admitted with severe hepatitis

Question 2

Pain felt in the area of a body part that has been surgically removed or lost due to trauma is classified as:

A. Visceral Pain
B. Neuropathic Pain
C. Superficial Pain
D. Phantom Pain

Correct Answer: D. Phantom Pain

Question 3

A patient is recovering after undergoing general anesthesia.

What is the nurse’s priority concern during the immediate postoperative phase?
A. Pupillary Reflexes
B. Airway
C. Level of consciousness
D. Return of sensations

Correct Answer: B. Airway

Question 4

What is nitrous oxide commonly referred to as?
A. Tickling gas
B. Laughing gas
C. Painful gas
D. Numbing gas

Correct Answer: B. Laughing gas

Question 5

Diazepam (Valium) is typically prescribed for:

A. Anxiety
B. Sleep disorders
C. Pain
D. Hypertension

Correct Answer: A. Anxiety

Question 6

Muscle relaxants are mainly used to treat which condition?

A. Seizures
B. Insomnia
C. Hypertension
D. Muscle Spasms

Correct Answer: D. Muscle Spasms

Question 7

Which psychiatric disorder is the most prevalent among children?

A. Seizures
B. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
C. Obesity
D. Hypertension

Correct Answer: B. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Question 8

The nurse receives an order to administer 40 mg of Lasix orally as a one-time dose. Only 20 mg tablets are available in stock.

How many tablets should the nurse provide?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

Correct Answer: B. 2

Question 9

True or False? Anorexiants stimulate appetite.

A. True
B. False

Correct Answer: B. False

Question 10

A hospitalized patient is experiencing difficulty sleeping.

What is the nurse’s first intervention?
A. Administer a sedative-hypnotic drug
B. Offer tea
C. Encourage walking in the hallway
D. Provide a quiet, restful environment by reducing noise

Correct Answer: D. Provide a quiet, restful environment by reducing noise

Table: Summary of Key Concepts

References

NR 293 Quiz 2

American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). Washington, DC: APA.