Are you tired of sitting there and trying to absorb pharmacology drug descriptions from your huge textbook? Then this episode is the right one for you.
Today, I’ll be sharing with you my ultimate guide for mastering pharmacology on the Next Generation NCLEX.
Together, you and I will be diving deep into the world of Pharmacology – specifically drugs and treatments – a vital component of your nursing expertise.
In this episode, I’m going to share with you 30 key pharmacology statements that are absolutely essential for your NCLEX preparation.
Are you ready?
Let’s dive in.
Let’s Go Through These Pharmacology Statements Together.
Statement #1: This drug can be given for GERD or heartburn by decreasing the amount of acid in the stomach: Famotidine or Alprazolam.
The correct answer is Famotidine. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine that is given for anxiety or panic disorder.
Statement #2: This drug is a loop diuretic that can be given for pulmonary edema: Furosemide or Glimepiride.
The correct answer is Furosemide. Glimepiride is given for type 2 diabetes management.
Statement #3: This drug is given for an overactive bladder: Tadalafil or Mirabegron.
The correct answer is Mirabegron. Tadalafil is given for erectile dysfunction.
Statement #4: This drug is given for depression or anxiety: Amphetamine or Doxepin.
The correct answer is Doxepin. Amphetamine is given for ADHD or narcolepsy.
Statement #5: This drug is given for schizophrenia: Olanzapine or Lithium.
The correct answer is Olanzapine. Lithium is given for bipolar disorder management.
Statement #6: This drug is given to treat insomnia: Ondansetron or Temazepam.
The correct answer is Temazepam. Ondansetron is given to prevent nausea or vomiting.
Statement #7: This drug is given to treat hypertension: Amlodipine or Sumatriptan
The correct answer is Amlodipine. Sumatriptan is given to manage acute migraines.
Statement #8: This drug is given for deep vein thrombosis prevention and treatment: Enoxaparin or Meloxicam.
The correct answer is Enoxaparin. Meloxicam is given for arthritis pain or inflammation management.
Statement #9: This drug is given to manage Parkinson symptoms: Benztropine or Venlafaxine.
The correct answer is Benztropine. Venlafaxine is given to treat depression or anxiety.
Statement #10: This drug is given to reduce bloating and gas: Simethicone or Meclizine.
The correct answer is Simethicone. Meclizine is given for vertigo management or motion sickness.
Statement #11: Headaches, dizziness, hypertension, and chest pain are adverse effects of which drug? Vardenafil or Lactulose.
The correct answer is Vardenafil, which is used to treat erectile dysfunction. Lactulose is given for constipation relief. Adverse effects of lactulose include nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramping.
Statement #12: Hypoglycemia and headache are adverse effects of which drug? Calcium Carbonate or NPH Insulin.
The correct answer is NPH Insulin. Calcium Carbonate can cause nausea, dry mouth, and constipation.
Statement #13: Visual disturbances, photophobia, and eye burning are adverse effects of which drug? Brimonidine Tartrate or Selegiline.
The correct answer is Brimonidine Tartrate, which is used to treat glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Selegiline is used to manage Parkinson disease and does not cause visual disturbances, photophobia, or eye burning.
Statement #14: Insomnia, headache, orthostatic hypotension, and dizziness are adverse effects of which drug? Donepezil or Timolol.
The correct answer is Donepezil, which is used for dementia. Timolol is used for glaucoma and ocular hypertension and can cause hypotension, but not insomnia.
Statement #15: This drug is an antidepressant that is used for depression, OCD, panic disorder, and anxiety. Pantoprazole or Paroxetine.
The correct answer is Paroxetine. Pantoprazole is used to treat or prevent ulcers.
Statement #16: This drug should not be stopped abruptly and should be tapered over 2 weeks: Omeprazole or Atenolol.
The correct answer is Atenolol. Atenolol is given to treat hypertension and myocardial infarction. Omeprazole is given to treat GERD and ulcers. Omeprazole should be taken 30 minutes before eating.
Statement #17: Which drug should not be given with a sulfite allergy? Tramadol or Ketoconazole.
The correct answer is Ketoconazole, which is given to treat fungal infection. Tramadol is given to manage severe or chronic pain, which should not be given with benzodiazepine.
Statement #18: This drug should not be chewed or crushed: Simethicone or Sucralfate.
The correct answer is Sucralfate, which is used for duodenal ulcers. Simethicone is used to alleviate bloating or gas. Simethicone can be chewed or crushed.
Statement #19: This drug may cause serotonin syndrome: Sertraline or Exenatide.
The correct answer is Sertraline, which is used to treat major depression, OCD, PTSD, and panic disorder. Exenatide is used to manage type two diabetes and should not be given to clients with severe kidney disease.
Statement #20: A client taking this drug should be monitored for suicidal ideation: Valerian or Aripiprazole.
The correct answer is Aripiprazole, which is used for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression. Valerian is a herbal supplement that has a variety of purposes, such as hay fever treatment, inflammation, and insomnia.
Statement #21: This drug is used to treat or prevent osteoporosis: Alendronate or Potassium Chloride.
The correct answer is Alendronate. Potassium chloride is used to prevent or treat hypokalemia.
Statement #22: This drug is used to treat insomnia: Zaleplon or Allopurinol.
The correct answer is Zaleplon. Allopurinol is used for gout treatment.
Statement #23: This drug is used to reduce cholesterol levels: Clonidine or Fenofibrate.
The correct answer is Fenofibrate. Clonidine is used for hypertension treatment.
Statement #24: If pain is not relieved with this drug, the client should go to the Emergency Department. Which drug is this? Ticlopidine HCL or Nitroglycerin.
The correct answer is Nitroglycerin, which is used for angina treatment, heart failure, and acute myocardial infarction. Ticlopidine HCL is used for stroke prevention.
Statement #25: This drug is used as treatment for tuberculosis: Rifampin or Lamotrigine.
The correct answer is Rifampin. Lamotrigine is used for seizure management and bipolar disorder management.
Statement #26: This drug is used for urinary incontinence and overactive bladder: Tolterodine Tartrate or Vardenafil.
The correct answer is Tolterodine Tartrate. Vardenafil is used for erectile dysfunction treatment.
Statement #27: This drug is used to reduce spasticity in Multiple Sclerosis and spinal cord injuries: Ergocalciferol or Baclofen.
The correct answer is Baclofen. Ergocalciferol is given for vitamin D deficiency treatment and hypoparathyroidism.
Statement #28: This drug is given for asthma treatment and emphysema: Theophylline or Torsemide.
The correct answer is Theophylline. Torsemide is given for edema.
Statement #29: This drug is used to treat allergies and insomnia: Diphenhydramine or Naproxen.
The correct answer is Diphenhydramine. Naproxen is used for pain treatment and inflammation reduction.
Statement #30: This drug is used for skin conditions, such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis: Fluocinonide or Gemfibrozil.
The correct answer is Fluocinonide. Gemfibrozil is an antilipemic agent, used to reduce cholesterol levels.
