Farm kock

Which of the following is a peripherally acting muscle relaxant?

Dantrolene

Which organ is primarily responsible for drug metabolism?

Liver

Which condition is a contraindication for TZD therapy?

Heart Failure

A patient is prescribed acyclovir for genital herpes. What is its mechanism of action?

Inhibits viral DNA synthesis

What is the mechanism of action of human regular insulin?

Facilitates cellular glucose uptake

Which HbA1c level is diagnostic of diabetes on repeat testing?

Above 6.5%

What is the appropriate monitoring parameter during nitroglycerin therapy?

Blood pressure

Which common side effect is associated with ACE inhibitor use?

Dry Cough

What adverse effect should be monitored in patients receiving IV Acyclovir?

Nephrotoxicity

Which herb may increase the effect of Metformin, requiring closer glucose monitoring?

Fenugreek

Which vital sign is most critical to monitor in a patient on IV morphine?

Reespiratory Rate

Which of the following infections is commonly treated with penicillin?

Tetanus

What is a serious musculoskeletal side effect associated with fluoroquinolones?

Tendon rupture

Which herb may potentiate the hypoglycemic effect of insulin?

ginseng

Which of the following is a common side effect of TZDs?

Fluid retention

Long-term use of centrally acting muscle relaxants can lead to:

Dependence

What adverse effect is shared by both ACE inhibitors and ARBs?

Hyperkalemia

A patient with polydipsia, fatigue, and random glucose of 220 mg/dL is diagnosed with:

Diabetes melitus

Which syndrome is a life-threatening condition linked to excess serotonergic activity?

Serotonin syndrome

Which adverse effect is most associated with aminoglycoside use?

Ototoxicity

What is the mechanism of action of naloxone?

Opioid receptor antagonist

Which electrolyte imbalance is most associated with amphotericin B thereapy?

Hypokalemia

Which of the following signs distinguishes hyperglycemia from hypoglycemia?

Weight loss and fruity breath

Which term defines the maximal effect a drug can produce?

Efficacy

What condition are neuroleptics primarily used to treat?

Schizophrenia

Which herb increases CNS depression when combined with muscle relaxants?

Valerian

What does pharmacodynamics primarily study?

Effects of drugs on the body

Which herb may decrease the efficacy of opioids?

Ginseng

Which of the following is a symptom of hypoglycemia?

Sweating and confusion

Which herb increases the bleeding risk when taken with NSAIDs?

Ginkgo

What is a potential consequence of long-term sedative use?

Tolerance and dependance

A patient taking ciprofloxacin reports GI upset. What should you consider?

This is a common side effect

What is a common and serious adverse effect of Amphotericin B that requires lab monitoring?

Nephrotoxicity

Which lab value should be routinely monitored in patients on insulin therapy?

HbA1c

Which side effect may occur when Mebendazole is used with albendazole?

Blood dyscrasias

Which herb can increase the risk of hypoglycemia when used with sulfonylureas?

Garlic

TZDs are used in the management of which condition?

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Which of the following is a known side effect of ARBs?

Hypotension

A patient on Zidovudine reports fatigue and pallor. What should the nurse suspect?

Drug induced anemia

Which adverse effect is commonly associated with Fluconazole?

Hepatotoxicity

Which symptom is a common adverse effect of nitroglycerin?

Headache