Pathophysiology Practice Exam

Question 1 of 5

A patient is starting on alendronate (Fosamax) for osteoporosis. What instructions should the nurse provide to ensure the effectiveness of the medication?

A. Take the medication with a full glass of water and remain upright for at least 30 minutes. B. Take the medication at bedtime to ensure absorption during sleep. C. Take the medication with milk to enhance calcium absorption. D. Take the medication with food to prevent gastrointestinal upset.

Question 2 of 5

A male patient with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is prescribed finasteride (Proscar). What should the nurse include in the patient education?

A. The medication is expected to reduce the size of the prostate, which should improve urinary symptoms over time. B. The medication will improve symptoms within a few days. C. The medication will cure BPH after treatment is complete. D. The medication may cause erectile dysfunction as a side effect.

Question 3 of 5

A 70-year-old patient is seen in the family practice clinic. Which of the following vaccines should be administered to prevent shingles?

A. Zoster vaccine B. Haemophilus influenzae Type b (Hib) vaccine C. Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine D. Pneumococcal polyvalent vaccine

Question 4 of 5

When reviewing the purpose/action of neurotransmitters as they interact with different receptors, the nursing instructor gives an example using acetylcholine. When acetylcholine is released at the sinoatrial node in the right atrium of the heart, it is:

A. positively charged. B. inhibitory. C. overstimulated. D. dormant.

Question 5 of 5

How are antibodies produced?

A. B cells B. T cells C. Helper cells D. Memory cells

Pathophysiology Practice Exam

Skildor

ATI RN

ATI RN