What This Document Is
This document is a practice question set for Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing (NURSING 213) at City Colleges of Chicago, specifically focused on pharmacology. It consists of multiple-choice, Select All That Apply (SATA) questions covering a range of medications and related nursing considerations. The questions are designed to test comprehension of drug effects, contraindications, interactions, and patient education needs.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is valuable for students preparing for exams or seeking to reinforce their understanding of pharmacological principles in a medical-surgical nursing context. It’s particularly useful for identifying knowledge gaps and practicing the application of concepts to clinical scenarios. Students enrolled in NURSING 213, or those reviewing core pharmacology for medical-surgical nursing, will find this a helpful study tool. It’s intended to supplement coursework and clinical experience.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document provides practice questions, but does not offer detailed explanations of correct answers or rationales. It is a self-assessment tool and does not replace the need for thorough study of course materials, textbooks, and clinical guidelines. It also doesn’t cover *all* possible pharmacology topics within the medical-surgical nursing scope.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes SATA questions covering the following medication categories:
* Vicodin (acetaminophen/hydrocodone)
* Barbiturates (phenobarbital)
* Carbidopa-levodopa (for Parkinson’s disease)
* Diuretics and hyponatremia
* Antidysrhythmics (amiodarone)
* Asthma medications (acute and maintenance)
* Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
This preview *does not* include the answers to the questions, nor does it provide detailed rationales for correct or incorrect responses. It only presents the question stems themselves.
