Chapter 28 Cholinesterase Inhibitors

Chapter 28  Cholinesterase Inhibitors

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

1.
Which of the following are true in regards to cholinesterase inhibitors? Select all that apply:
A)
Decreases the level of acetylcholine in the CNS.
B)
Inhibits the breakdown of acetylcholine.
C)
Slows neural destruction.
D)
Stops neural breakdown.
E)
Increases excitatory neurotransmitters in the CNS.

2.
Middle-stage Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by which of the following symptoms? Select all that apply:
A)
Drowsiness
B)
Wandering
C)
Anger
D)
Hoarding
E)
Immobility

3.
A nurse should monitor a client taking donepezil (Aricept) for which of the following adverse effects? Select all that apply:
A)
Anorexia
B)
Dizziness
C)
Headache
D)
Constipation
E)
Bradycardia

4.
A nurse should review a client’s medical conditions prior to administering a tacrine (Cognex) as its use is contraindicated in clients with which of the following medical conditions? Select all that apply:
A)
Hepatic disease
B)
Renal disease
C)
Pregnancy
D)
Lactation
E)
Hyperthyroidism

5.
A physician orders tacrine (Cognex) 40 mg daily in four divided doses. If tacrine (Cognex) is available in a 20 mg tablet, how many tablets should the nurse administer to the client at each dose?

6.
A physician orders galantamine (Razadyne) 20 mg BID for dementia. If galantamine (Razadyne) is available in a 4 mg/mL solution, how many milliliters should the nurse prepare for one day of treatment?

Answer Key

1.
B, C
2.
B, C, D
3.
A, B, C
4.
A, C, D
5.
0.5 tablets/dose
6.
10 mL/day