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Pharmacology Exam 2 2025

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This exam tests your knowledge of medications commonly used in nursing practice. It covers drug classifications, therapeutic effects, and major side effects.

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Q1: A patient with HFrEF (heart failure with reduced ejection fraction) is transitioning from an ACE inhibitor (ACEI) to sacubitril/valsartan (ARNI). What is the safest transition strategy?

A. Stop the ACEi tonight and start sacubitril/valsartan tomorrow morning
B. Discontinue the ACEi and wait at least 36 hours before starting sacubitril/valsartan.
C. Taper the ACEi over one week, then start sacubitril/valsartan the next day
D. Start sacubitril/valsartan today and taper the ACEi over the next week.
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Q2: A 7-year-old presents with four impetigo lesions on the arm. Which is the most appropriate initial treatment?

A. Bacitracin ointment BID × 7 days
B. Mupirocin ointment BID × 5 days
C. Cephalexin orally x 7 days
D. TMP/SMZ orally x 7 days
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Q3: A 34-year-old woman who is breastfeeding presents with nipple candidiasis. Which is the safest recommended treatment?

A. Topical clotrimazole cream to the nipple
B. Oral nystatin suspension applied to the nipple
C. Ketoconazole cream applied sparingly to the nipple
D. Terbinafine cream applied to the nipple
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Q4: Which statement best describes the clinical use of topical penciclovir?

A. Must be started during prodrome only to be effective
B. Can be initiated at any stage of herpes labialis outbreak
C. Not effective in herpes labialis but useful in genital herpes
D. Requires routine liver function monitoring
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Q5: Which topical retinoid is contraindicated in pregnancy due to systemic metabolism to active compounds?

A. Tretinoin
B. Adapalene
C. Tazarotene
D. Trifarotene
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Total Questions: 51 practice questions
Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
Subcategory: General Exams
Domain: 🚑Pharmacology
Last Updated: Dec 09, 2025
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