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Below are the questions for the exam with the choices of answers:
Question #1
A Administer diphenhydramine.
B Stop the medication.
C Reassure the patient that this is an expected side effect of the medication.
D Call the health care provider immediately.
Question #2
A “Discontinue taking senna; it is not safe to take with antacids.”
B “Senna takes effect 1 hour after administration.”
C “Take senna 1 hour before taking other medications.”
D “Senna is not effective to relieve constipation in elderly patients.”
Question #3
A One who is taking opioid medications for pain
B One who is over 55 years old
C One who has had constipation for 3 days
D One who is anxious
Question #4
A “Take the cholestyramine only in the morning.”
B “Take cholestyramine with your biggest meal of the day.”
C “Take cholestyramine on the same schedule with other medications.”
D “Take your other medications 2 hours before or after cholestyramine.”
Question #5
A Diphenoxylate and hyoscyamine
B Opium tincture and loperamide
C Bismuth subsalicylate and aluminum hydroxide
D Colestipol and cholestyramine
Question #6
A Increase fluid intake.
B Change the route of administration.
C Stop the medication immediately.
D Decrease the frequency of administration.
Question #7
A “You should not take aspirin while taking this medication.”
“You should properly chew the tablet before swallowing it.”
“This medication changes the color of your stool to black or gray.”
B “This medication should not be taken with water.”
“You should avoid eating yogurt while taking this medication.”
“You should not take aspirin while taking this medication.”
C “This medication should not be taken with water.”
“You should avoid eating yogurt while taking this medication.”
“This medication changes the color of your stool to black or gray.”
D “You should properly chew the tablet before swallowing it.”
“This medication should not be taken with water.”
“You should avoid eating yogurt while taking this medication.”
Question #8
A “I should increase my daily fluid intake.”
“I should look to have regular bowel movements.”
B “My urine output may decrease while on this medication.”
“I need to take medication to prevent nausea with this drug.”
C “I need to take medication to prevent nausea with this drug.”
“My urine color may change to red while on this medication.”
D “My urine color may change to red while on this medication.”
“My urine output may decrease while on this medication.”
Question #9
A “Always take this medication after an episode of diarrhea.”
B “Do not take aspirin for headaches while on this medication.”
C “Avoid chewing these tablets.”
D “Do not use ibuprofen while on this medication.”
Question #10
A “There are no medications for irritable bowel syndrome.”
“Daily laxatives are the best treatment for IBS with constipation.”
B “Daily laxatives are the best treatment for IBS with constipation.”
“Stool softeners should be used daily.”
C “Avoid irritating foods.”, and
“Don’t take over-the-counter laxatives.”
D “Stool softeners should be used daily.”
“There are no medications for irritable bowel syndrome.”
Question #11
A “Do you have abdominal pain?”
“Do you have hypertension?”
“Do you have hypotension?”
B “Do you have hypertension?”
“Do you have hypotension?”
“Do you have nausea?”
C “Do you have nausea?”
“Do you have abdominal pain?”
“Have you lost weight recently?”
D “Do you have hypertension?”
“Do you have hypotension?”
“Have you lost weight recently?”
Question #12
A Bloody diarrhea, Malaise or lethargy, Severe abdominal pain, Firm or rigid abdomen
B Bloody diarrhea, Urination every 3 to 4 hours, Severe abdominal pain, Firm or rigid abdomen
C Bloody diarrhea, Malaise or lethargy, Severe abdominal pain, Urination every 3 to 4 hours
D Urination every 3 to 4 hours, Malaise or lethargy, Severe abdominal pain, Firm or rigid abdomen
Question #13
A Joint pain, Dry mouth, Bradycardia
B Dry mouth, Tachycardia, Blurred vision
C Joint pain, Bradycardia, Tachycardia
D Blurred vision, Joint pain, Bradycardia
Question #14
A Hyoscyamine
B Bismuth subsalicylate
C Diphenoxylate
D Lactobacillus acidophilus
Question #15
A “I should adhere to the complete medical regimen.”
“I should eat small meals six times a day to manage diarrhea.”
“I should decrease my daily fluid intake while on antidiarrheal drugs.”
B “I should eat small meals six times a day to manage diarrhea.”
“I should avoid consumption of alcohol while I have diarrhea.”
“I should decrease my daily fluid intake while on antidiarrheal drugs.”
C “I should avoid caffeine.”
“I should adhere to the complete medical regimen.”
“I should avoid consumption of alcohol while I have diarrhea.”
D “I should eat small meals six times a day to manage diarrhea.”
“I should decrease my daily fluid intake while on antidiarrheal drugs.”
“I should avoid caffeine.”
Question #16
A “I should take the tablets on an empty stomach.”
“I should not drink juice within 1 hour of taking the tablets.”
“I should take the tablets without crushing them into powder.”
B “I should take the tablets without crushing them into powder.”
“I should take the tablets along with antacids.”
“I should take the tablets within 1 hour of drinking milk.”
C “I should take the tablets on an empty stomach.”
“I should take the tablets along with antacids.”
“I should take the tablets within 1 hour of drinking milk.”
D “I should take the tablets along with antacids.”
“I should take the tablets within 1 hour of drinking milk.”
“I should not drink juice within 1 hour of taking the tablets.”
Question #17
A “Excessive use can cause electrolyte imbalance.”
“You may have abdominal bloating with the use of this laxative.”
B “This laxative is safe to use daily.”
“Call the health care provider for rectal pain.”
C “Everyday use is encouraged to remain regular.”
“This laxative is safe to use daily.”
D “Call the health care provider for rectal pain.”
“Everyday use is encouraged to remain regular.”
Question #18
A “This medication may cause urinary retention.”
“Your tongue may darken in color.”
“If you feel dizzy, this is a potential side effect.”
B “Observe your stools for a change in color.”
“This medication may cause urinary retention.”
“If you feel dizzy, this is a potential side effect.”
C “This medication may cause urinary retention.”
“If you feel dizzy, this is a potential side effect.”
“Call the health care provider if you have ringing in the ears.”
D “Your tongue may darken in color.”
“Observe your stools for a change in color.”
“Call the health care provider if you have ringing in the ears.”
Question #19
A Insert the suppository as far as possible into the rectum.
Place the patient in a supine position for 30 minutes after insertion.
Lubricate the suppository with water-soluble gel before insertion.
B Wear gloves or a finger cot while inserting the suppository.
Place the patient on the left side while inserting the suppository.
Lubricate the suppository with water-soluble gel before insertion.
C Wear gloves or a finger cot while inserting the suppository.
Insert the suppository as far as possible into the rectum.
Place the patient in a supine position for 30 minutes after insertion.
D Place the patient on the left side while inserting the suppository.
Insert the suppository as far as possible into the rectum.
Place the patient in a supine position for 30 minutes after insertion.
Question #20
A Assess consistency of stools.
B Assess the patient’s fluid intake.
C Ask the patient about her diet.
D Tell the patient to stop the drug and notify the health care provider.
Question #21
A Paralytic ileus, Myasthenia gravis, Narrow-angle glaucoma
B Chronic diarrhea, Vitamin K deficiency, Narrow-angle glaucoma
C Myasthenia gravis, Chronic diarrhea, Vitamin K deficiency
D Chronic diarrhea, Paralytic ileus, Vitamin K deficiency
Question #22
A Recent weight loss, Flatulence, Nausea and vomiting
B Flatulence, Rectal bleeding, Recent weight loss
C Rectal bleeding, Abdominal pain, Nausea and vomiting
D Abdominal pain, Flatulence, Recent weight loss
Question #23
A Increased urination
B Hypertension
C Somnolence
D Bradycardia
Question #24
A Alleviating galactose intolerance
B Reducing ammonia levels
C Correcting sodium imbalances
D Decreasing peripheral edema
Question #25
A Probiotics
B Adsorbents
C Anticholinergics
D Opiates
Question #26
A Lubricate the inside of the gastrointestinal tract.
B Increase the surface tension of the fluids present in the colon.
C Increase osmotic pressure and draw water into the colon.
D Increase electrolyte concentrations in the colon.
Question #27
A “Take the medication without water.”
B “Wait 20 minutes after mixing the medication to drink it.”
C “Take the medication with a meal.”
D “Take the medication with liberal amounts of water, immediately after thoroughly stirring.”
Question #28
A Report severe constipation to the health care provider
B If this medication does not work, there is nothing else we can try.
C This medication should work immediately.
D This medication should cure your condition.
Question #29
A After meals
B With 6 ounces of water
C Before meals
D On an empty stomach
Question #30
A Diabetes mellitus
B Hyperlipidemia
C Bacterial infection
D Hypothyroidism
Question #31
A “Do not take this medication in the morning.”
B “Hold other medications when taking this drug.”
C “This medication can cause electrolyte and nutrient imbalances.”
D “This medication has to be taken with food.”
Question #32
A It cannot be given orally.
B It has an aspirin base.
C It is a prescription drug.
D It cannot be given to teenagers.
Question #33
A Lethargy
B Bloody stools
C Abdominal pain
D Dizziness
Question #34
A “Take before meals.”
B “Chew the drug thoroughly and then swallow with water.”
C “Take only every other day.”
D “Mix in one glass of water and stir thoroughly.”
Question #35
A “Take this medication at bedtime daily.”
B “This medication may cause diarrhea.”
C “You can take up to 500 mg a day.”
D “This medication will soften your stools.”
Question #36
A Decreases the reabsorption of water in the bowel
B Increases intestinal excretion of water
C Decreases peristalsis in the intestine
D Increases intestinal motility
Question #37
A Probiotics
B Adsorbents
C Opiates
D Anticholinergics
Question #38
A Probiotics
B Opiates
C Adsorbents
D Belladonna alkaloids
Question #39
A Polyethylene glycol
B Docusate salts (sodium)
C Psyllium
D Senna
Question #40
A Diarrhea lasting 2 days
B Nausea
C Escherichia coli–associated diarrhea
D Infection requiring antibiotic therapy
Question #41
A Decreased gastric secretions
B Decreased gastrointestinal motility
C Increased fluid absorption
D Binding to bacteria for elimination
Question #42
A Cramps, Diarrhea, Constipation
B Increased bleeding time, Nausea, Angina
C Increased bleeding time, Constipation, Angina
D Increased bleeding time, Nausea, Diarrhea
Question #43
A Oral anticoagulant warfarin with adsorbents
B Cholestyramine with glipizide
C Anticholinergics with opiates, such as loperamide
D Diphenoxylate with atropine
Question #44
A 8 ounces
B 4 ounces
C 10 ounces
D 6 ounces
Question #45
A Inhibits the growth of intestinal microflora
B Inhibits peristalsis in the intestinal wall
C Improves the intestinal barrier function
D Suppresses the growth of pathogenic bacteria
Question #46
A Intramuscular
B Oral
C Intravenous
D Rectal
Question #47
A Docusate sodium
B Loperamide
C Senna
D Bisacodyl
Question #48
A 2.5 mg
B 1.0 mg
C 0.5 mg
D 1.5 mg