Chapter 21. Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System 1. Both men and women experience bone loss with aging. The bones most likely to demonstrate significant loss are: 1. Cortical bones 2. Femoral neck bones 3. Cervical vertebrae 4. Pelvic bones 2. Bisphosphonates treat or prevent osteoporosis by: 1. Inhibiting osteoclastic activity 2. Fostering bone resorption 3. Enhancing calcium uptake in the bone 4. Strengthening the osteoclastic proton pump 3. Prophylactic use of bisphosphonates is rec...

ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY - NR 508 Quiz questions and answers Chapter 22: Drugs Affecting the Reproductive System 1. Men who use transdermal testosterone gel (AndroGel) should be advised to avoid: A. Washing their hands after applying the gel B. Wearing occlusive clothing while using the gel C. Exposure to estrogens while using the gel D. Skin-to-skin contact with pregnant women while using the gel 2. Education when prescribing androgens to male patients includes: A. Short-term use places the...

ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY - NR 508 Quiz questions and answers Which of the following statements is true about the prescribing practices of physicians? A primary care NP recommends an over-the-counter medication for a patient who has acid reflux. When teaching the patient about this drug, the NP should tell the patient: A woman who has been taking a COCP for 2 months tells the primary care NP that she has had several headaches, breakthrough bleeding, and nausea. The NP should counsel the woman: A pa...

ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY - NR 508 Quiz questions and answers Chapter 25: Drugs Used in Treating Inflammatory Processes 1. Henry presents to clinic with a significantly swollen painful great toe and is diagnosed with gout. Of the following, which would be the best treatment for Henry? A. High-dose colchicine B. Low-dose colchicine C. High-dose aspirin D. Acetaminophen with codeine 2. Patient education when prescribing colchicine includes: A. Colchicine may be constipating B. Colchicine always...