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NR566 Week 7: Quiz [Apr-2026]
Which medication is indicated for the management of absence seizures?
Answers: A – D
A. Valproate
B. Carbamazepine
C. Phenytoin
D. Ethosuximide ✅
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of using triptans for migraine management?
Answers: A – D
A. Sedation
B. Hypotension
C. Bradycardia
D. Vasoconstriction ✅
In the management of migraines, which class of medications is primarily used for acute treatment?
Answers: A – D
A. Triptans ✅
B. Anticonvulsants
C. Antidepressants
D. Antihypertensives
A 79-year-old patient with moderate Alzheimer’s disease is taking memantine. Which statement by the nurse practitioner BEST explains the mechanism and therapeutic purpose of this medication?
Answers: A – D
A. “Memantine prevents beta-amyloid plaque formation and slows disease progression”
B. “Memantine reduces glutamate-induced neuronal injury by blocking NMDA receptors” ✅
C. “Memantine inhibits acetylcholinesterase to increase cholinergic activity in the brain”
D. “Memantine enhances dopamine release to improve memory and alertness”
A 42-year-old patient experiences frequent migraines (≥4 per month) that significantly interfere with daily activities despite using triptans for acute relief. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate to discuss next?
Answers: A – D
A. Switching to acetaminophen as monotherapy
B. Initiating prophylactic therapy with a beta-blocker ✅
C. Increasing triptan use to daily dosing
D. Recommending opioid therapy for severe pain…………………………………purchase the entire quiz at $20 only
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