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Clinical Pharmacology of Cardiovascular Drugs PPT Questions
Question 1 of 5
All the following adverse effects can be produced by beta-blockers EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A client is taking chlordiazepoxide (Librium) for generalized anxiety disorder symptoms. In which situation should a nurse recognize that this client is at greatest risk for drug overdose?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B, when the client combines the drug with alcohol. Chlordiazepoxide is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety disorders by enhancing the effects of GABA in the brain. Combining it with alcohol can potentiate the sedative effects, leading to respiratory depression, coma, or even death. Alcohol and benzodiazepines both depress the central nervous system, increasing the risk of overdose. Choices A, C, and D do not directly increase the risk of drug overdose with chlordiazepoxide. A knowledge deficit may impact adherence but doesn't directly lead to overdose. Taking the drug on an empty stomach or failing to follow dietary restrictions may alter absorption or metabolism but won't significantly increase overdose risk.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with rapid cycling bipolar disorder is not responding well to lithium. The patient tells the nurse, 'It feels as though I’ll never get well. I get better, and then I get worse.' The reply that is based on knowledge of current therapy would be:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: Choice C is correct as valproic acid is a commonly used alternative for rapid cycling bipolar disorder resistant to lithium. It is effective in stabilizing mood swings. - Choice A is incorrect as it only acknowledges the patient's feelings without addressing treatment options. - Choice B is incorrect as it minimizes the seriousness of the patient's condition and potential risks of mania. - Choice D is incorrect as it disregards the need for alternative treatment options and assumes lithium will eventually work, which may not be the case for rapid cycling bipolar disorder.
Question 4 of 5
What client information does a nurse need to assess prior to initiating medication therapy with phenelzine (Nardil)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because phenelzine (Nardil) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) which requires regular blood work monitoring to assess for potential side effects like hypertensive crisis. This is crucial for client safety and treatment efficacy. Choice B is incorrect as mood and affect score alone does not directly relate to medication therapy initiation. Choice C is not directly related to the need for regular blood work monitoring. Choice D is also incorrect as support network availability is important but not a priority before initiating medication therapy with phenelzine.
Question 5 of 5
Desmond Manderson argues that the portrayal of drugs as having almost demonic powers is prevalent not only in cultural representations of illicit drugs but also in:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Desmond Manderson argues that the portrayal of drugs as having almost demonic powers is prevalent not only in cultural representations of illicit drugs but also in drug legislation. This is because drug laws often criminalize drug use, perpetuating the idea of drugs as inherently evil. Hippie communes focus more on drug use as a means of spiritual exploration rather than demonizing drugs. Kantian philosophy emphasizes rationality and autonomy, not drug portrayal. Catholic theology may view drug use as a sin, but does not necessarily attribute demonic powers to drugs.