NARM Pharmacology and Medications

Question 1

Which medication is commonly used to manage postpartum hemorrhage due to uterine atony?

Accepted Answer

Oxytocin (Pitocin)

Answer

Methylergometrine (Methergine)

Answer

Magnesium sulfate

Answer

Betamethasone

Question 2

What is the primary use of magnesium sulfate in obstetric care?

Accepted Answer

To treat preeclampsia and prevent seizures

Answer

To induce labor

Answer

To manage postpartum hemorrhage

Answer

To relieve severe nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Question 3

Which of the following is a potential side effect of administering epidural anesthesia during labor?

Accepted Answer

Decreased blood pressure

Answer

Increased risk of postpartum infection

Answer

Elevated blood glucose levels

Answer

Increased uterine contractions

Question 4

What is the purpose of administering Rho(D) immunoglobulin (RhoGAM) to a Rh-negative mother after delivery?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the development of Rh incompatibility in future pregnancies

Answer

To prevent postpartum hemorrhage

Answer

To treat fetal distress during labor

Answer

To manage preterm labor

Question 5

Which medication is commonly used to control nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, especially in cases of hyperemesis gravidarum?

Accepted Answer

Ondansetron (Zofran)

Answer

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Answer

Metformin

Answer

Labetalol