Pharmacology Ch.21 Musculoskeletal and Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
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- Q1
A client has just had an endoscopic procedure at the gastroenterologist to rule out a hiatal hernia. She was administered a neuromuscular blocking agent (NMBA) as a muscle relaxant during the procedure. Upon recovery, what should the healthcare practitioner watch for regarding serious possible side effects?
Hyperreflexia
Respiratory arrest
Periorbital edema
Fluid third spacing
30s - Q2
Patients with which respiratory condition may manifest a sensitivity to aspirin and other NSAIDs?
Cystic Fibrosis
Allergies
Asthma
Frequent Upper Respiratory Infections
30s - Q3
What is a crucial point to review with a patient taking a bisphosphonate?
Avoid weight-bearing exercises.
Increase caffeine consumption.
Sit upright 30-60 minutes after taking the drug.
Take NSAIDs for discomfort.
30s - Q4
Combining salicylates and alcohol increases the risk of ____________________.
The possibility of accelerated clotting time.
Reyes Syndrome
Anemia
The possibility of a GI bleed.
30s - Q5
Which drug may potentiate the possibility of bleeding when taking NSAIDs?
Multivitamins
Antianxiety drugs
Anticoagulants
Antihistamines
30s - Q6
NSAIDs, corticosteroids, and Cox-2 Inhibitors are all used to treat _________________________.
GI bleeding
All may be used to treat inflammation
None of the above.
Osteoporosis
30s - Q7
What is a "silent" side effect commonly associated with prolonged NSAID use?
Respiratory arrest
Musculoskeletal pain
Drowsiness, weakness, and slurred speech
GI Ulceration and bleeding
30s - Q8
Potentiation of skeletal muscle relaxants may occur with which of the following?
All of the above
Uricosurics, antihypertensives, and lithium
Alcohol, analgesics, psychotropic medications, and antihistamines.
Anticoagulants, sulfonylureas, corticosteroids, and methotrexate.
30s - Q9
The beneficial effects of NSAIDs are brought about by which action?
None of the above
Inhibity of cyclooxygenase-1 prostaglandin synthesis
Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis
Inhibition of calcium resorption
30s - Q10
What medication is used for short periods in acute injuries for pain and spasms?
NSAIDs
NMBAs
Skeletal Muscle Relaxants
Hormone Replacement Therapy
30s - Q11
Which category of medications is used only by medical personnel during procedures to paralyze muscles?
NSAIDs
NMBAs
Hormone Replacement Therapy
COX-2 Inhibitors
30s - Q12
Which of the following are nonhormonal agents that act directly to inhibit bone reabsorption?
SERMs
HRT
Calcitonin
Biphosphonates
30s - Q13
Which of the following patient education information is TRUE regarding the use of NSAIDS?
Weight gain is to be expected.
NSAIDS are a safe selection for asthmatics.
Take on an empty stomach to enhance absorption.
Report bleeding gums to your physician.
30s - Q14
Most muscle relaxant drugs achieve results through direct effects on skeletal muscle.
False
True
30s - Q15
NMBAs may only be used by trained medical professionals with resuscitation equipment available.
False
True
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