Exam 1: NR293/ NR 293 Pharmacology for
Nursing Practice Exam Review|Questions
and Verified Answers (2023/ 2024 Update) –
Chamberlain
Q: What pregnancy category is given in situations where the medication may have a risk to the
fetus but could be used if the benefit outweighs the risk?
Answer:
Pregnancy Category D
Q: The route of administration will have an affect on:
Answer:
The amount of drug absorbed and bioavailability
Q: Describe the first pass effect.
Answer:
The liver processing the medication and reducing its bioavailability.
Q: What is the first thing a nurse should do if a medication is prescribed to a client that does not
have the condition indicated for the medication?
Answer:
Call the HCP to clarify.
Q: When a client is pregnant, how would a patient know that the medication is safe to be taken?
Answer:
Consult with HCP prior to taking any medication
Q: Which age group/condition places the client at high risk for alterations in drug metabolism?
Answer:
Older adults and those with liver issues
Q: When should a trough level be drawn?
Answer:
Immediately prior to medication administration
Q: When should a peak level be drawn?
Answer:
30 to 1 hr after the medication is completely given
Q: Describe the word therapeutic index.
Answer:
Ratio of Toxic level to therapeutic level
Q: Describe the types of therapies. (Palliative, supportive, prophylactic, empirical)
Answer:
Palliative: provide comfort; Supportive: supports body while recovering; Prophylactic: given
before the presence of illness; Empirical: given due to high clinical probability