Фармакология: лист заданий с ответами

Mesalazine (mesalamine) is used mainly to treat:

1. AIrritable bowel syndrome with constipation
2. BGallstones
3. CPeptic ulcer
4. DUlcerative colitis

Venlafaxine belongs to which class of antidepressants?

1. AMonoamine oxidase inhibitors
2. BTricyclic antidepressants
3. CSelective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
4. DSerotonin–noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)

In hepatic encephalopathy, lactulose is given mainly to:

1. AReduce fluid in the abdomen
2. BRaise the blood glucose level
3. CStop bleeding from varices
4. DLower the blood ammonia level

A patient is starting doxazosin, an alpha-1 blocker. What should the nurse advise about the first dose?

1. ATake it at bedtime, because it can cause dizziness and fainting
2. BTake it only if the urine is darker than usual
3. CTake it in the morning with a cup of strong coffee to stay alert
4. DExpect a short rise in blood pressure after the dose

A patient is due the first dose of IV cefuroxime. Which question is most important before giving it?

1. A"Have you eaten anything in the last two hours?"
2. B"Have you ever had a reaction to penicillin or another antibiotic?"
3. C"Do you prefer the drip in your left arm or in your right arm?"
4. D"Have you taken paracetamol today?"

What should the nurse teach a patient about taking levothyroxine?

1. ATake it only on days when feeling tired
2. BTake it with milk at dinner, as calcium protects the stomach lining
3. CTake it on an empty stomach, 30–60 minutes before breakfast
4. DTake it together with the iron tablet to save time

Before starting long-term bisphosphonate treatment, a patient is advised to have a dental check-up. Why?

1. ABisphosphonates stain the teeth black if taken for many years
2. BBisphosphonates dissolve tooth enamel within weeks
3. CBisphosphonates cause severe gum overgrowth
4. DThey are linked to osteonecrosis of the jaw after dental surgery

A patient on warfarin is taught about diet. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A"I will use a soft toothbrush and an electric razor."
2. B"I will tell my dentist that I take warfarin."
3. C"I will keep the amount of green leafy vegetables I eat about the same each week."
4. D"I will stop eating all green vegetables from now on."