Pharmacology NCLEX Practice Questions
540 questions
Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?A patient with diabetes is prescribed an insulin pump. Which type of insulin is commonly used in insulin pumps due…Which insulin type has the longest duration of action?Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) associated with antipsychotic drugs are thought to be primarily due to blockade of which dopamine receptor subtype?Which antibiotic is typically used to treat MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections?Which of the following medications should be used with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of falls…Which insulin type should be administered 15 to 30 minutes before a meal?Which insulin type is associated with a decreased risk of nocturnal hypoglycemia?Which of the following antibiotics is commonly associated with photosensitivity reactions?A patient prescribed sertraline (Zoloft) reports experiencing persistent sexual dysfunction. The nurse should:Which of the following is a unique feature of risperidone among atypical antipsychotic drugs?Which of the following antibiotics is considered a first-line treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by Escherichia coli?Which of the following medications is commonly used for mild to moderate pain relief?What is the antidote for dabigatran?Which of the following antihypertensive drugs should be used cautiously in patients with hepatic impairment?A patient is prescribed rifampin for the treatment of tuberculosis. The nurse should instruct the patient to:Which of the following antidepressants is often used as a smoking cessation aid?A patient receiving heparin therapy develops signs of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT). What is the nurse's priority action?Which of the following is a common indication for the use of leukotriene receptor antagonists?Which medication is commonly prescribed to patients with heart failure to reduce fluid overload by blocking the effects of aldosterone?A patient is prescribed dabigatran (Pradaxa) for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation. Which laboratory test should be monitored periodically?Which of the following antipsychotic medications has the longest half-life?Which antihypertensive medication is known to cause a side effect of reflex tachycardia?Which insulin type should be administered 30 minutes before a meal?Which medication is commonly used for the treatment of exercise-induced bronchospasm?Which class of medications is used to treat angina by dilating blood vessels, thus improving blood flow to the heart?Which medication is prescribed to reduce cholesterol levels and decrease the risk of cardiovascular events?What is the primary indication for the use of antipsychotic drugs?Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by atypical antidepressants such as bupropion (Wellbutrin), leading to their therapeutic effects?Which medication is a calcium channel α2-δ ligand that is used in the management of neuropathic pain?Which of the following is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors?Which medication is a calcium channel blocker used in the management of angina pectoris?A patient with a history of liver disease is prescribed acetaminophen for pain. What is the maximum daily dose of…Which of the following is a symptom of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)?A patient with schizophrenia is prescribed risperidone. The nurse should instruct the patient to report which of the following symptoms…Which class of antidepressants is commonly used to treat neuropathic pain in addition to depression?Which insulin type should not be mixed with other insulin types in the same syringe?Which insulin type is also known as long-acting insulin?Which of the following medications is a selective COX-2 inhibitor?Which medication is commonly used as a vasodilator to treat heart failure by relaxing blood vessels and reducing the workload…A patient is prescribed a beta-blocker for the management of heart failure. Which adverse effect should the nurse prioritize when…A patient is prescribed daptomycin for the treatment of a complicated skin infection. The nurse should monitor which laboratory value…A patient with asthma is prescribed a combination inhaler containing fluticasone and vilanterol. Which of the following statements regarding vilanterol…Which of the following is a common side effect of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) due to their anticholinergic properties?Which neurotransmitter system is primarily targeted by antipsychotic drugs?Which of the following medications is commonly used for postoperative pain management?Which of the following is a common side effect of long-acting beta-agonists (LABAs)?A patient is prescribed dabigatran for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation. Which laboratory test should the nurse monitor to assess…Which insulin type has the quickest onset of action?A patient with asthma is prescribed a corticosteroid inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the…