Which of the following is a side effect for methylphenidate?
A. Insomnia
B. Bradycardia
C. Hypotension
D. Narcolepsy

Which stage of anesthesia does the surgical procedure take place?
A. Stage 1
B. Stage 2
C. Stage 3
D. Stage 4

What is the mechanism of phenytoin?
A. Paralyze the part of the brain causing the seizure
B. Increase the action of GABA
C. Inhibit sodium influx
D. Inhibit calcium influx

Which of the following is NOT a side effect of taking carbidopa-levodopa?
A. Discolored urine
B. Dyskinesia
C. Tachycardia
D. Nausea

Which of the following drugs is used for treatment of Multiple Sclerosis?
A. Beta interferon
B. Cyclobenzaprine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. There is no treatment

Which of the following diagnoses are NOT a contraindication for methylphenidate?
A. Heart disease
B. Glaucoma
C. Thrombocytopenia
D. Hypertension

Which of the following is classified as a nonbenzodiazepine?
A. Zolpidem
B. Triazolam
C. Flumazenil
D. Ramelton

Which medication should be given to a patient in status epilepticus?
A. Ethosuximide
B. Diazepam
C. Carbamazepine
D. Valproic acid

L.S. is a patient with a history of glaucoma, who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's. Which medication can she NOT be given?
A. Tolcapone
B. Entacapone
C. Rivastigmine
D. Trihexyphenidyl

Which of the following is NOT a contraindication for cyclobenzaprine use?
A. Hyperthyroidism
B. History of strokes
C. Cardiovascular disorders
D.MAOI use

What are anorexants used for?
A. Stimulate respiration
B. Treat narcolepsy
C. Induce appetite
D. Suppress appetite

Which of the following is true about benzodiazepines? (Select all that apply)
A. Flumazenil is the antidote for an overdose
B. Use of alcohol or antidepressants can lead to respiratory depression
C. Renal impairment can lead to prolonged drug action
D. Use can increase amount of time in REM sleep
E. Valerian and kava kava should not be taken when on this medication

What is the therapeutic level for a patient taking valproic acid?
A. 10-20mcg/mL
B. 20-35mcg/mL
C. 50-100mcg/mL
D. 100-150mcg/mL

Which of the following is false about rivastigmine?
A. Use of this medication increase chance of urinary incontinence
B. Liver function tests should be checked regularly
C. Rigvastigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
D. Use of this medication places the patient at a higher risk for falls

Which medication is given to differentiate between myasthenic crisis and cholinergic crisis?
A. Pyridostigmine
B. Ciprofloxacin
C. Edrophonium
D. Neostigmine

Which of the following patient teachings are important for someone taking methylphenidate? (Select all that apply?
A. Medication is the only treatment for a child with ADHD
B. Be sure to take this medication 30-45 mins before food
C. If side effects occur, stop medication use immediately
D. Encourage the use of sugarless gum to help dry mouth
E. Avoid foods and drinks high in caffeine such as coffee, chocolate, and tea

Which of the following barbiturates should be used to sustain sleep?
A. Phenobarbital
B. Mephobarbital
C. Secobarbital
D. Butabarbital

Which of the following are true about phenytoin? (Select all that apply)
A. Children may require an increased dose
B. Phenytoin should be diluted with 5% dextrose
C. If patient's urine turns pinkish/red or reddish brown, have patient stop medication immediately
D. Side effects include diplopia, suicidal ideation, and thrombocytopenia
E. Theraupetic range for this medication is between 25 and 30mcg/mL
F. It is a teratogen

Which of the following is true about carbidopa-levodopa? (Select all that apply)
A. By combining carbidopa with levodopa, the patient has more available levodopa in their body
B. Orthostatic hypotension is a common side effect
C. Carbidopa is taken in conjunction to reduce side effects of levodopa
D. Encourage patients to eat foods high in tyramine such as yogurt, chocolate, and bananas
E. It is normal for perspiration to be dark in color

Which of the following is not a muscle relaxer?
A. Baclofen
B. Cyclobenzaprine
C. Tizanidine
D. Atropine succinate

T.T. is a 17 year old who presents to his doctor with new onset of narcolepsy. What amphetamine would his doctor most likely prescribe?
A. Liraglutine
B. Modafinil
C. Theophylline
D. Caffeine

D.W. is a 23 year old patient who was dropped off to the ED in an unknown vehicle after taking a gunshot to the jaw. Patient is alert and oriented x4 but the doctor decides to intubate to protect the patient's airway. Which medication would be used to sedate D.W. for intubation?
A. Alprazolam
B. Propofol
C. Nitrous oxide
D. Tetracaine

D.P. is a 29 year old female who is 37 weeks pregnant. She has a history of seizures and has been taking valproic acid for years. Which of the following should be prescribed to D.P. immediately?
A. Evening primrose supplements
B. Vitamin K supplements
C. Phenytoin
D. Folic acid supplements

Which two neurotransmitters are at an imbalance in Parkinson's Disease? (Select all that apply)
A. Serotonin
B. Norepinephrine
C. Acetylcholine
D. Dopamine

S.R. is a 26 year old female who presents to the ED with extreme shortness of breath, and respirations at 6 breaths/min. EMS states they saw an empty pill bottle next to her that said "pyridostigmine". What will the nurse administer next?
A. Oxygen
B. Atropine sulfate
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Neostigmine