Biology

1. Ms. Skidmore presents for a follow-up appointment after being prescribed phenelzine (Nardil), and reports “I take my 45 mg pill, three times a day, just like I’m supposed to.” What does the PMHNP understand about this patient? A. Ms. Skidmore is taking the correct dose of phenelzine (Nardil). B. Ms. Skidmore is not taking […]

1. A patient who is prescribed MAO inhibitors asks about whether he can continue taking pseudoephedrine to relieve his congestion. Which response by the PMHNP indicates proper understanding of drug-drug interactions? A. “Decongestants are fine to continue taking with MAO inhibitors.” B. “Decongestants are okay to take with MAO inhibitors in moderation.” C. “Decongestants should

1. A patient who was prescribed an MAO inhibitor is learning about dietary modifications. Which statement made by the PMHNP demonstrates proper teaching of the food-drug interactions for MAO inhibitors? A. “You must avoid soy products, such as tofu.” B. “You should not consume processed meats.” C. “You may consume fermented foods, like sauerkraut.” D.

1. The PMHNP understands that which mechanism contributes to a worse tolerability profile for patients taking tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)? A. Histamine H1 receptor blockade can cause insomnia. B. Muscarinic M1 receptor blockade causes blurred vision. C. Alpha 1 adrenergic receptor blockade causes weight gain. D. Muscarinic M3 receptor blockade causes sedation. Place Your Order Here!

1. A patient is prescribed 50 mg of desvenlafaxine to take every other day for major depressive disorder. What does the PMHNP understand about this patient? A. The patient has hepatic impairment. B. The patient has moderate renal impairment. C. The patient has severe renal impairment. D. The patient has cardiac impairment. Place Your Order

1. A patient is prescribed sertraline to treat panic disorder. Knowing that sertraline can initially cause anxiety or insomnia, what should the PMHNP do? A. Prescribe long-acting benzodiazepine for 2 weeks, then increase the dose. B. Prescribe short-acting benzodiazepine for 2 weeks, then discontinue. C. Prescribe long-acting benzodiazepine for 2 weeks, then discontinue. D. Prescribe

1. Mr. Ruby is a 33-year-old single father who is requesting pharmacological intervention to treat his fibromyalgia. The PMHNP sees in the medical chart that he has a recent diagnosis of arrhythmia and a BMI of 29. During his assessment, the PMHNP learns that Mr. Ruby works 40-50 hours a week as a contractor and

1. A 25-year-old female patient is being prescribed milnacipran to treat fibromyalgia, and expresses concern regarding “how she will feel and look” from taking the medicine. Which statement correctly describes the side effects as a result of taking this medication? A. It can affect her menstruation. B. Suicidality can be common among young adults. C.

1. The PMHNP is caring for a patient with anxiety who develops mild to moderate hepatic impairment. Which action does the PMHNP take regarding the use of venlafaxine? A. Stop the venlafaxine B. Lower the dose of venlafaxine by 50% C. Lower the dose of venlafaxine by 25-40% D. Increase the dose of venlafaxine by

1. A patient is prescribed fluoxetine but is concerned about the side effects. Which statement demonstrates accurate patient teaching when discussing the side effects associated with fluoxetine? A. Weight gain can be problematic. B. Sedation is very common. C. Induction of mania is rare. D. Seizures are not unusual. Place Your Order Here!