NUR 144 - Unit 1 Meds

Question 1

What is the mechanism of action of Amoxicillin?

Answer 1

Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial death.

Question 2

What are the adverse effects of Amoxicillin?

Answer 2

Diarrhea, rash, allergic reactions.

Question 3

What is important patient education for Amoxicillin?

Answer 3

Finish the full course, take with food if GI upset occurs, report signs of allergy.

Question 4

What is the mechanism of action of Chlordiazepoxide?

Answer 4

Enhances GABA activity, producing sedative and anxiolytic effects.

Question 5

What are the adverse effects of Chlordiazepoxide?

Answer 5

Drowsiness, dizziness, dependence, respiratory depression.

Question 6

What is important patient education for Chlordiazepoxide?

Answer 6

Avoid alcohol, do not stop suddenly, may cause drowsiness—use caution when driving.

Question 7

What is the mechanism of action of Cholestyramine Resin?

Answer 7

Binds bile acids in the intestine, lowering cholesterol levels.

Question 8

What are the adverse effects of Cholestyramine Resin?

Answer 8

Constipation, bloating, vitamin A, D, E, K deficiencies.

Question 9

What is important patient education for Cholestyramine Resin?

Answer 9

Take with plenty of fluids, may interfere with other medication absorption—take 1 hour before or 4 hours after other meds.

Question 10

What is the mechanism of action of Cimetidine?

Answer 10

Blocks histamine H2 receptors in the stomach, reducing acid secretion.

Question 11

What are the adverse effects of Cimetidine?

Answer 11

Gynecomastia, confusion (especially in elderly), diarrhea.

Question 12

What is important patient education for Cimetidine?

Answer 12

Avoid alcohol, smoking, and NSAIDs; may take with or without food.

Question 13

What is the mechanism of action of Clarithromycin?

Answer 13

Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis, leading to bacterial death.

Question 14

What are the adverse effects of Clarithromycin?

Answer 14

GI upset, metallic taste, QT prolongation.

Question 15

What is important patient education for Clarithromycin?

Answer 15

Take with food to reduce GI upset, report irregular heartbeat or severe diarrhea.

Question 16

What is the mechanism of action of Disulfiram?

Answer 16

Inhibits aldehyde dehydrogenase, causing an adverse reaction to alcohol.

Question 17

What are the adverse effects of Disulfiram?

Answer 17

Nausea, vomiting, flushing, headache (if alcohol is consumed).

Question 18

What is important patient education for Disulfiram?

Answer 18

Avoid alcohol-containing products (mouthwash, cough syrup), wear medical alert ID.

Question 19

What is the mechanism of action of Esomeprazole?

Answer 19

Proton pump inhibitor—reduces stomach acid secretion.

Question 20

What are the adverse effects of Esomeprazole?

Answer 20

Headache, diarrhea, increased risk of fractures (long-term use).

Question 21

What is important patient education for Esomeprazole?

Answer 21

Take 30–60 minutes before meals, do not crush or chew capsules.

Question 22

What is the mechanism of action of Famotidine?

Answer 22

Blocks histamine H2 receptors, reducing stomach acid production.

Question 23

What are the adverse effects of Famotidine?

Answer 23

Dizziness, headache, confusion (especially in elderly).

Question 24

What is important patient education for Famotidine?

Answer 24

Can take with or without food, avoid alcohol and NSAIDs.

Question 25

What is the mechanism of action of Lactulose?

Answer 25

Osmotic laxative—draws water into the intestine to soften stool.

Question 26

What are the adverse effects of Lactulose?

Answer 26

Diarrhea, bloating, electrolyte imbalance.

Question 27

What is important patient education for Lactulose?

Answer 27

Take with plenty of fluids, expect increased bowel movements.

Question 28

What is the mechanism of action of Lansoprazole?

Answer 28

Proton pump inhibitor—reduces stomach acid secretion.

Question 29

What are the adverse effects of Lansoprazole?

Answer 29

Nausea, diarrhea, increased risk of fractures (long-term use).

Question 30

What is important patient education for Lansoprazole?

Answer 30

Take 30–60 minutes before meals, do not crush or chew capsules.

Question 31

What is the mechanism of action of Ursodeoxycholic Acid?

Answer 31

Reduces cholesterol content in bile, helping dissolve gallstones.

Question 32

What are the adverse effects of Ursodeoxycholic Acid?

Answer 32

Diarrhea, nausea, liver dysfunction.

Question 33

What is important patient education for Ursodeoxycholic Acid?

Answer 33

Take with food, may take months to see effects.

Question 34

What is the mechanism of action of Infliximab?

Answer 34

Monoclonal antibody—blocks TNF-alpha to reduce inflammation.

Question 35

What are the adverse effects of Infliximab?

Answer 35

Immunosuppression, infusion reactions, increased infection risk.

Question 36

What is important patient education for Infliximab?

Answer 36

Report signs of infection, stay up to date with vaccines before treatment.

Question 37

What is the mechanism of action of Mesalamine?

Answer 37

Anti-inflammatory—reduces inflammation in the colon.

Question 38

What are the adverse effects of Mesalamine?

Answer 38

Nausea, headache, kidney dysfunction.

Question 39

What is important patient education for Mesalamine?

Answer 39

Take with food, do not crush extended-release forms.

Question 40

What is the mechanism of action of Senna?

Answer 40

Stimulant laxative—stimulates bowel movements.

Question 41

What are the adverse effects of Senna?

Answer 41

Abdominal cramps, diarrhea, electrolyte imbalance.

Question 42

What is important patient education for Senna?

Answer 42

Do not use long-term, drink plenty of fluids.