NURS 6630C Final Exam (Questions and Answers)

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NURS 6630C Final Exam (Questions and Answers) • Question 1 0 out of 0 points When completing this exam, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of Conduct including the expectations fo... r academic integrity? Selected Answer: Yes • Question 2 1 out of 1 points Parents of a 12-year-old boy want to consider attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication for their son. Which medication would the PMHNP start? Selected Answer: d. All of these could potentially treat their son’s symptoms. • Question 3 1 out of 1 points A patient with hypersexual disorder is being assessed for possible pharmacologic treatment. Why does the PMHNP prescribe an antiandrogen for this patient? Selected Answer: d. It will block testosterone. • Question 4 1 out of 1 points Sandra complains of constipation after being on quetiapine (SEROQUEL) for several weeks. Constipation is likely caused by the binding of quetiapine (SEROQUEL) to which receptor? Selected Answer: a. M1 • Question 5 1 out of 1 points The PMHNP understands that varenicline (CHANTIX) is an effective way to assist patients with smoking cessation. Why is this medication effective for these patients? Selected Answer: a. Varenicline is a selective nicotinic acetylcholine receptor partial agonist • Question 6 1 out of 1 points An 80-year-old female patient diagnosed with Stage II Alzheimer’s has a history of irritable bowel syndrome. Which cholinergic drug may be the best choice for treatment given the patient’s gastrointestinal problems? Selected Answer: b. Donepezil (Aricept) • Question 7 1 out of 1 points Molly is a 52-year-old female that has a diagnosis of fibromyalgia. She complains of fatigue and cognitive difficulties. Which medication is the PMHNP most likely to prescribe? Selected Answer: b. Milnacipran (SAVELLA) • Question 8 1 out of 1 points A 71-year-old male patient comes to an appointment with his 65-year-old wife. They are both having concerns related to her memory and ability to recognize faces. The PMNHP is considering prescribing memantine (Namenda) based on the following symptoms: ..............CONTINUED [Show More]

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