Question 1

What is a common use of beta blocker medication?

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Treating high blood pressure

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Treating vitamin deficiencies

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Treating asthma symptoms

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Treating bacterial infections

Question 2

What is the potential risk of abruptly stopping beta blocker medication?

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Rebound hypertension or tachycardia

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Reduced risk of heart attack

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Enhanced exercise performance

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Improved cardiovascular function

Question 3

Which of the following is a potential side effect of beta blocker medication on the respiratory system?

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Bronchoconstriction

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Enhanced oxygen uptake

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Increased lung capacity

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Bronchodilation

Question 4

Which of the following is a potential side effect of beta blocker medication?

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Dizzinesss

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Muscle strength improvement

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Increased alertness

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Weight gain

Question 5

What is bethanechol used for?

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Treating urinary retention

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Reducing cholesterol levels

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Improving memory

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Lowering blood pressure

Question 6

What are common side effects of bethanechol?

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Abdominal cramps and diarrhea

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Headache and dizziness

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Joint pain and muscle stiffness

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Rash and itching

Question 7

How does tamsulosin work in the body?

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It relaxes muscles in the prostate and bladder neck

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It boosts the immune system

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It reduces inflammation in the lungs

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It increases blood flow to the heart

Question 8

What are some common side effects of tamsulosin?

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Dizziness and lightheadedness

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Insomnia and anxiety

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Blurred vision and dry mouth

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Weight gain and muscle weakness

Question 9

What is the antidote for cholinergic crisis caused by excessive acetylcholine levels?

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Atropine

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Epinephrine

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Dopamine

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Norepinephrine

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of cholinergic crisis?

Accepted Answer

Dry mouth

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Excessive sweating

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Nausea and vomiting

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Blurred vision

Question 11

What should be done if someone experiences a severe allergic reaction and has an Epipen?

Accepted Answer

Inject the Epipen into the thigh muscle and hold it in place for 10 seconds

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Rub the Epipen against the skin

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Wait for someone else to administer the Epipen

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Inject the Epipen into the arm muscle

Question 12

When should someone seek medical help after using an Epipen for a severe allergic reaction?

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Immediately, even if symptoms improve

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Wait for 24 hours to see if symptoms return

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Only if symptoms persist for more than a week

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Wait until the next day to consult a doctor

Question 13

Where is the recommended injection site for an Epipen in case of a severe allergic reaction?

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Thigh muscle

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Calf muscle

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Shoulder muscle

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Stomach muscle

Question 14

Why is it important to replace an expired Epipen?

Accepted Answer

The medication may lose its effectiveness and not work properly

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Expired Epipens are more difficult to use

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Expired Epipens are more expensive to replace

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Expired Epipens can cause allergic reactions

Question 15

What is a nursing role in administering midodrine?

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Monitoring blood pressure

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Providing wound care

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Assessing respiratory rate

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Administering medication orally

Question 16

What is an important nursing intervention for a patient on midodrine to prevent supine hypertension?

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Instructing the patient to change positions slowly

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Increasing the dosage without physician approval

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Encouraging the patient to skip doses

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Administering the medication at bedtime

Question 17

What does it mean if a person's orthostatic vital signs show orthostatic hypotension?

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Their blood pressure drops significantly upon standing up

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Their heart rate drops significantly upon standing up

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Their blood pressure remains stable upon standing up

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Their blood pressure increases upon standing up

Question 18

Which of the following conditions is commonly treated with oxybutynin?

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Overactive bladder

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Migraine headaches

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Hypertension

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High cholesterol

Question 19

What is a common side effect of taking oxybutynin?

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Constipation

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Diarrhea

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Headache

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Nausea

Question 20

Which of the following is a potential side effect of metoprolol?

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Bradycardia

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Palpitations

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Hypertension

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Hyperactivity

Question 21

Which of the following is a potential concern when using cold medicine with beta blockers?

Accepted Answer

Increased blood pressure

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Improved sleep quality

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Lowered cholesterol levels

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Decreased heart rate

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