PHARMACOLOGY: RANDOM REVIEW FROM NCLEX QUESTIONS

Question 1

metoprolol (Toprol)

1. Alpha or beta blocker?
2. Used to Tx?
3. Name one adverse reaction/side effect?

Answer 1

metoprolol (Toprol)
Explanation:

1. Beta blockers may cause depression. Metoprolol is a beta blocker.
2. Antihypertensive Drugs
3. Depression is not listed as an adverse reaction or side effect for the other medications.

Question 2

Aminoglycoside antibiotic

Side effect?

Genatamicin is an example and the ointment is what is used in NB eyes immediately after birth

Answer 2

Increases risk of hearing loss

Question 3

Insulin Jet Injector how is it administered?

Answer 3

Insulin in injected directly into skin without the use of a needle