NURS 6521 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM QUESTION AND ANSWERS WALDEN UNIVERSITY 2024

NURS 6521 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM QUESTION AND ANSWERS
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
A nurse is caring for an infant after a surgical procedure. After ensuring that the ordered
dose is appropriate for the infant's age and weight, the nurse administers a narcotic
analgesic intravenously. When assessing the infant 15 minutes later, the nurse notes
respirations of 22 breaths/minute and a heart rate of 110 beats/minute. The infant is
asleep in the parent's arms and does not awaken when vital signs are assessed. The
nurse understands that these findings are the result of: correct answer immaturity of the
blood-brain barrier in the infant.
A child will receive 750 mg of an antibiotic for 10 days. The child attends day care. The
drug may be dosed in several ways and is available in two concentrations. Which
dosing regimen will the nurse discuss with the child's provider? correct answer 500
mg/5 mL to 375 mg PO twice daily
Parents ask the nurse why an over-the-counter cough suppressant with sedative side
effects is not recommended for infants. Which response by the nurse is correct? correct
answer "Infants are more susceptible to central nervous system effects than are adults."
A nurse caring for a 5-year-old child notes that the child has discoloration of several
teeth. When taking a medication history, the nurse will ask about which group of
medications? correct answer Tetracyclines
An infant has allergies and often develops a pruritic rash when exposed to allergens.
The infant's parents ask the nurse about using a topical antihistamine. What should the
nurse tell them? correct answer Applying an antihistamine to the skin can cause toxicity
in this age group.
An infant is receiving a medication that has a narrow therapeutic range. The nurse
reviews the medication information and learns that the drug is excreted by the kidneys.
When giving the medication, the nurse will assess the infant for: correct answer signs
of drug toxicity.
A pediatric nurse is teaching nursing students to calculate medication doses for children
using a formula based on body surface area. Which statement by a nursing student
indicates understanding of the teaching? correct answer "This formula helps
approximate the first dose; other doses should be based on clinical observations."
A pediatric nurse is teaching nursing students about medication administration in
children. Which statement by a student indicates an understanding of the teaching?
correct answer "Drugs effective in adults may not work in children, even if the dose is
proportional for weight and size.