APEA APEA Pharmacology Review Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

A nurse practitioner prescribes methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis. Which supplement should be co-prescribed to reduce mucosal and hematologic toxicity?

Accepted Answer

Folic acid

Answer

Vitamin B12

Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Zinc

Question 2

Which medication used for type 2 diabetes increases the risk of urinary tract infections and genital mycotic infections due to its mechanism of action?

Accepted Answer

SGLT-2 inhibitors

Answer

GLP-1 agonists

Answer

DPP-4 inhibitors

Answer

Sulfonylureas

Question 3

A patient taking amiodarone for atrial fibrillation requires monitoring for which thyroid-related adverse effect?

Accepted Answer

Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism

Answer

Hypothyroidism only

Answer

Hyperthyroidism only

Answer

Thyroid cancer

Question 4

Which analgesic is most appropriate for mild-to-moderate pain in a patient with chronic kidney disease to avoid nephrotoxicity?

Accepted Answer

Acetaminophen

Answer

Ibuprofen

Answer

Naproxen

Answer

Ketorolac

Question 5

A patient with a penicillin allergy documented as anaphylaxis requires treatment for a serious infection. What is the cross-reactivity risk with cephalosporins?

Accepted Answer

1-2%

Answer

10-15%

Answer

25-30%

Answer

50%

Question 6

Which medication used in COPD management is associated with the adverse effect of oral candidiasis and requires rinsing the mouth after use?

Accepted Answer

Inhaled corticosteroids

Answer

Long-acting beta agonists

Answer

Long-acting muscarinic antagonists

Answer

Short-acting beta agonists