NCLEX Pharmacology Quiz 20 Respiratory And Gastrointestinal Drugs
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Jam is under chemotherapy in which nausea is an expected side effect. Which of the following drugs is indicated to prevent such side effect?
- A.
Metoclopramide
- B.
Cimetidine
- C.
Tagamet
- D.
Famotidine
Correct Answer
A. MetoclopramideExplanation
This is the only drug among the choices that is indicated to prevent nausea.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of the following drugs will reduce the effectiveness of sucralfate?
- A.
Ranitidine
- B.
Carafate
- C.
Metoclopramide
- D.
Meclizine
Correct Answer
A. RanitidineExplanation
Ranitidine decreases the effectiveness of sucralfate because it decreases the acid content of gastric secretion. Choice B is the trade name for sucralfate. Choice C is a gastric stimulant that does not alter pH. Choice D is an antihistamine and its GI effect is antiemetic.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Extrapyramidal symptoms are a side effect of which of the following drugs?
- A.
Ranitidine
- B.
Omeprazole
- C.
Famotidine
- D.
Metoclopramide
Correct Answer
D. MetoclopramideExplanation
A side effect of metoclopramide is EPS.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which histamine-2 antagonist is associated with the most drug interactions?
- A.
Ranitidine
- B.
Cimetidine
- C.
Prilosec
- D.
Nizatidine
Correct Answer
B. CimetidineExplanation
Cimetidine was the first histamine-2 antagonist developed and is associated with the most toxic drug interactions of the group.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Hydrochloric acid secretion is blocked by which of the following category of drugs?
- A.
Antacids
- B.
Gastric stimulants
- C.
Histamine-2 antagonists
- D.
Antihistamines
Correct Answer
C. Histamine-2 antagonistsExplanation
This is the only category of drugs that reduces the volume of secretions.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which category of drugs prevents/treats constipation by the osmotic drawing of water from extravascular space to intestinal lumen?
- A.
Stimulants
- B.
Bulk-forming agents
- C.
Hyperosmotic agents
- D.
Lubricants
Correct Answer
C. Hyperosmotic agentsExplanation
Hyperosmotic agents change the osmotic gradient between the intestine and extravascular space causing water to move into the intestinal lumen and balance the gradient.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which of the following is a bulk-forming agent?
- A.
Glycerin
- B.
Lactulose
- C.
FiberCon
- D.
Milk of Magnesia
Correct Answer
C. FiberConExplanation
FiberCon is the bulk-forming agent. Choices A and B are incorrect because they are hyperosmotic agents. Choice D. meanwhile. is a saline laxative.Rate this question:
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- 8.
A client needs rapid cleansing of the bowel. which category is best used?
- A.
Bacid
- B.
Bulk-forming agent
- C.
Saline laxatives with magnesium
- D.
Intestinal flora modifiers
Correct Answer
C. Saline laxatives with magnesiumExplanation
Saline laxatives are the best agents for rapid bowel cleansing. Bacid is an intestinal flora modifier. Bulk-forming agents will not produce rapid cleansing. Intestinal flora modifiers will not not produce rapid cleansing as well.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of the following categories is used for diarrhea and constipation?
- A.
Bulk-forming agents
- B.
Intestinal flora modifiers
- C.
Cascara
- D.
Milk of Magnesia
Correct Answer
A. Bulk-forming agentsExplanation
Bulk-forming agents are used for diarrhea and constipation.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following may be used for a bowel preparation and is not recommended for treatment of constipation?
- A.
Correctol
- B.
Fiberall
- C.
Mineral oil
- D.
Castor oil
Correct Answer
D. Castor oilExplanation
Castor oil is not recommended for treatment of constipation because it causes such severe abdominal pain.Rate this question:
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