Medication and Nursing Considerations Quiz

What class of medication does Aspirin belong to?

• Opioid analgesic

• Antidepressant

• NSAID, antiplatelet, salicylate

• Antihistamine

Which of the following is a contraindication for using Aspirin?

• Diabetes

• Active bleeding

• Hypertension

• Asthma

What is a key nursing consideration when administering Aspirin?

• Monitor for respiratory depression

• Monitor for bleeding

• Monitor for increased heart rate

• Monitor for skin rashes

What is the primary action of Oxycodone and Morphine in the body?

• Inhibits COX-1 & COX-2

• Binds mu & kappa receptors in CNS

• Increases serotonin levels

• Blocks histamine receptors

Which adverse effect is common to both Oxycodone and Morphine?

• GI bleeding

• Respiratory depression

• Increased appetite

• Insomnia

What is the primary action of Naloxone?

• Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis

• Displaces opioids at receptor sites

• Causes respiratory depression

• Acts as a sedative

Which of the following is a contraindication for Doxycycline?

• Severe asthma

• Pregnancy

• Respiratory depression

• Tachycardia

What should be monitored when administering Naloxone?

• Blood glucose levels

• Heart rate

• Respiratory rate and signs of withdrawal

• Liver function tests

What class of drug is Doxycycline?

• Opioid antagonist

• Tetracycline antibiotic

• Beta-blocker

• Antihistamine

What class of antibiotics do Cephalexin and Ceftriaxone belong to?

• Penicillins

• Cephalosporins

• Macrolides

• Tetracyclines