Chapter 11 Core Concepts in Pharmacology 3rd Edition

Chapter 11  Core Concepts in Pharmacology 3rd Edition

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

MULTIPLE CHOICE.  Choose the one alternative that best completes the statement or answers the question.

1) The nurse is caring for a client with delusions, hallucinations, paranoia, disorganized behavior, and 1)
difficulty relating to others. The nurse understands these are symptoms of:
A) Depression. B) Psychosis.
C) Bipolar disorder. D) ADHD.

2) The nurse is caring for a client with psychotic-like symptoms. The nurse explains to the family: 2)
A) Psychosis-like symptoms can be caused by a brain tumor, infection, cocaine use, and

schizophrenia.
B) The only causes for psychosis are schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
C) Psychotic symptoms are only seen in clients with schizoaffective disorder.
D) Psychotic symptoms are only seen in clients with schizophrenia.

3) A schizophrenic client is being assessed by the nurse. The client is demonstrating positive 3)
symptoms. Which of the following would be considered positive symptoms? Select all that apply.
A) Hallucinations B) Lack of responsiveness.
C) Disorganized thoughts or speech D) Lack of interest

4) A schizophrenic client is being assessed by the nurse. The client is demonstrating negative 4)
symptoms. Which of the following would be considered negative symptoms? Select all that apply.
A) Lack of responsiveness B) Disorganized thoughts or speech
C) Hallucinations D) Lack of interest

5) Positive symptoms of schizophrenia are most effectively controlled by which of the following 5)
medications? Select all that apply.
A) Citlopram (Celexa) B) Chlorpromazine (Thorazine)
C) Perphenazine (Phenazine) D) Clonidine (Catapres)

Answer Key
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1) B
2) A
3) A, C
4) A, D
5) B, C