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If you have 25% dextrose and 10% dextrose, how many ml of each would you need to make 1000ml of a 20% solution? | 667ml of 25% and 333ml of 10% |
An IV has been ordered to run at 2.5gtts/min. The IV contains 875mg of Amoxicillin in a total of 250ml. How many mg of Amoxicillin will be given to the patient per hour if the IV is set to deliver 15gtts/ml? | 35mg/hr |
What is the term for the process by which substances are taken up and transported to the bloodstream? | Absorption |
If a prescription calls for 375mg of penicillin per day for 10 days how much of a 250mg/5ml suspension should be dispensed? | 75ml |
The expiration date on a bottle of Vicodin is 5/99. When does this drug expire? | 5/31/99 |
What is the sig code for every night at bedtime? | qhs |
The directions for a medication read, "i-ii gtts as q 4 h x 10 days". What is the meaning of "as"? | left ear |
The doctor prescribes Robitussin AC, one pint. How many mls are needed for one pint? | 480ml |
A prescription reads "ii gtts au qid." What auxillary label should be affixed to the container? | for the ear |
Pseudoephidrine is contrandicated with which of the following? | high blood pressure |
If the dose for Quaifenesin is 2.5ml, how many doses will a patient receive if given a 12 ounce bottle? | 144 |
What does enteric coated mean? | special coating to prevent dissolution is stomach |
The dose of Penicillin V for a 7 year old is 35mg/kg/day, divided into doses every 6 hours. How many mg/day should a 60lb child receive? | 954mg/day |
How many 1 ounce bottles of Cheratussin can be made from a 3 liter container of Cheratussin? | 100 |
A phamacy receives a Cardinal Invoice reading "$6,000, net 30." Under those payment terms the pharmacy will be charged... | No interest if paid in full within 30 days |
Phenytoin, Carbamazepine and Phenobarbital are all ____________. | anticonvulsants that may be used to treat generalized seisures. |
Formula for testing DEA #'s authenticity. | 1st+3rd+5th numbers= A 2nd+4th+6th #'s x2=B the add together A+B. Thelast numbershould be the last number of the DEA number. |
Isoptin, Cardizem and Vascor are all _________________. (class) | examples of Calcium Channel Blockers |
If you pay $35 for Verapamil and the selling price is $50, what is the markup for the drug? | $15.00 |
If you pay $35 for Verapamil and the selling price is $50, what is the percentage markup based on cost? | 43% |
If you pay $35 for Verapamil and the selling price is $50, what is the percent gross profit? | 30% |
The initial dose of Rebif is 0.7mg/kg/hr for 12 hours. How many ml of Rebif IV solution containing 400mg/ml would be needed for an adult male weighing 154lbs during this 12 hour period? | 147ml |
Some rules pertaining to Nitroglycerin tablets are as follows... | needs to be stored at room temperature, sublingual tablets need to be dispensed in original glass containers and must be replaced after 6 months of opening. |
The appearance of crystals in a mannitol injection would indicate that the product ___________. | was exposed to excessive cold. |
Antacids, milk and Tetracycline can all __________________. | interfere with the absorption of iron. |
Pseudoephedrine is classifed as a ____________. | decongestant |
66lbs is equal to __kg. | 30 |
Insulin should be stored _____________. | in the refrigerator. |
In what ratio should 50% alcohol be mixed with 10% alcohol to obtain a 30% alcohol solution? | 1:1 |
If a vial of heparin contains 20,000U/ml, how many ml are needed for a 12,500U dose? | 0.625ml |
Accutane, Premarin and Proventil | do not require a PPI each time they're dispensed. |
Which drug is used to prevent pregnant women with HIV from passing the virus to their babies? | Zidovudine |
How many ounces would you be dispensing for a prescription requiring 180ml? | 6 |
A _____________ drug recall indicates that the product will cause serious adverse health conditions or death. | class I |
Storage requirements after reconstitution for ceclor 125mg5ml. | 2 |
A product's NDC number is grouped into three sections. The first five digits identify... | drug manufacturer |
The preferred method for treating flu and fever in children is ____________. | acetaminophen |
After turning off the laminar flow hood, how long must it be turned back on before use? | 30 minutes. |
Amiloride, Spironolactone and Triamterene are all _______________. | potassium sparing diuretics. |
if a D5W/.45% NS 1000ml solution is administered over 6 hours, how many ml/hr would you need to set the flow rate for? | 167ml/hr |
The study of the rates at which drugs and their metabolites are absorbed into, distributed through and eliminated from the body. | Pharmacokinetics |
1 grain is equal to ___ mg. | 65 |
A patient weighing 110lbs is ordered to recieve 5mcg/kg/min of an iv solution containing 600mg in 250ml D5W. The IV dose rate is ________. | 0.25mg/min |
A drug is available in a concentration of 50mg/10ml. How many ml are needed for a 3mg dose. | 0.6ml |
A major source of contamination in a clean room is ___________. | the people in the room. |
A compound prescription requires using 10 Tetracycline capsules which cost $25 per 50 capsules and 100 gr of Triamcinolone ointment which costs $9 per pound. If there is a $4 dispensing fee what would the total cost be for this prescription? | $10.89 |
What is the appropriate size HEPA filter used in a laminar flow hood? | 22 micron |
An acetaminophen elixer is available in a 0.05mg/ml concentration. How many mls are needed for a 0.125mg dose? | 2.5ml |
How much 90% alcohol must be mixed with 10% alcohol to make 473ml of a 40% alcohol solution? | 177ml of 90% and 296ml of 10% |
Heparin 25,000U in 250 ml D5W is running through an administration set delivering 60gtts/ml. What is the flow rate required to deliver 15U/min? | 9gtts/min |
A common side effect of diuretic therapy is _____________. | loss of potassium |
A side effect of polonged use of a topical decongestant could be ___________________. | rebound congestion. |
If 15g of a 1% Hydrocortisone ointment is combined with 30g of a 2.5% Hydrocortisone ointment, what is the resulting percentage strength of the final product? | 2% |
How much water should be added 95% ethanol to make 1 liter of a 30% ethanol solution? | 685ml |
A doctor orders 125mg/5ml Dilantin suspension to replace an order that reads "Dilantin 100mg, dispense #30, SIG: i tid." What quantity of the suspension should be dispensed? | 120ml |
How many tablets containing 250mg of Penicillin are needed to make 150ml suspension containing 100mg/ml? | 60 |
A prescription for Coumadin 7.5mg reads "ii ts po bid x 3 days, ii ts po qd x 3 days, i t po qd x 2 days" How many tablets should be dispensed? | 20 |
The process that moves a drug from the bloodstream to the area where it will exert its pharmacological effect is called what? | Distribution |
When cleaning a laminar flow hood, this is the method that should be used. | Side to side from back to front. |
Bumex, Dyazide and Lasix are classifed as _____________. | diuretics. |
When preparing an IV solution is a laminar flow hood the technician should work at least this distance within the hood. | at least 6 inches |
Codeine, Percocet and Demerol are all classified as what? | narcotic analgesics |
Destromethorphan is classified as what? | Antitussive |
This is the process of reducing solids into fine particles by rubbing them with a mortar and pestle. It is used to reduce the size of particles and to blend powders. | Trituration |
Lanoxin would be classified into which category? | Antiarrythmic |
If a pharmacist asks a technician to repack bulk solid dosage forms into unit dose packs, what expiration date should appear on the label? | 50% of original up to 1 year |
What dosage form is designed to dissolve in the intestines rather than the stomach? | enteric coated tablets |
Phenergan suppositores should be stored where? | refrigerator |
When a vitamin is water soluble it means ______. | it will not accumulate in the body. |
Calcium Carbonate is classified as a/an ____________. | antacid |
Therapeutic equivalance means drugs are ________________________. | categorized in same therapeutic class and produce the same therapeutic effect |
When cleaning a laminar flow hood which solution should be used? | isopropyl alcohol. |
If the doctor ordered 100mg Dilantin qid, what's the total daily dose the patient will receive? | 400mg |
Alpha and beta blockers and diuretics are all used to treat what? | hypertension |
What classification best describes Fenoprofen, Ketoprofen and Ibuprofen? | NSAID |
Regulates drug quality. | FDA |
Codiene and Oxycodone are both classified as _______________ drugs. | Shedule II |
The SIG code PRN means what? | as needed |
Suprax suspension is available in 75mg/5ml. If a prescription calls for 300mg of Suprax, how many mls need to be dispensed? | 20ml |
If a blood pressure monitor was found to cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences which type of recall would this be classified as? | Class II |
The directions for use of Hyoscamine read "i-ii sl prn" what does "sl" mean? | sublingually |
If Procrit is available in a 0.1mg.ml concentration, how many mls are needed for a 50mcg dose? | 0.5ml |
Biaxin, Cefzil and Zithromax are all classified as what? | antibiotics |
A drug that induces insensibility and relieves pain but is also addicting would be what? | Narcotic |
Grain | gr |
What medication may be given to induce vomiting? | ipecac syrup |
An agent that promotes the discharge of mucus from the respiratory tract is called what? | Expectorant |
Astemizole, Fexofenadine and Loratidine would all fit into this classification. | Antihistamine |
age in years/ (age in years + 12) x adult dose= childs dose | Young's Rule for Child's Dosing |
weight/150 x adult dose = childs dose | Clark's Rule for Child's Dosing |
The movement of particles in a solution through permeaable membranes is called what? | dialysis |
Why is Heparin used in a herarin lock? | keep blood from clotting in the device |
_________ discovered penicillin could kill some bacteria. | Fleming |
This defined what drugs require a prescription. | 1951 Durham Humphrey |
This prohibited interstate commerce in adulterated and misbranded food, drinks and drugs. | Food and Drug Act of 1906 |
This came into effect because of fatal poisoning from liquid sulfanilamide, it required new drugs to be shown to be safe before marketing. | 1938 Food Drug and Cosmetic Act |
The DEA is located within this branch of the US Government. | Justice Department |
The manufacturer must follow _________ requirements to be able to market their drug without FDA new drug approval. | monograph |
Responsible for pharmacist licensing in each state. | state board of Pharmacy. |
During clinical trials a propsed drug is called what? | IND (Investigational New Drug) |
This requires drug manufacturers to provide proof of safety and efficacy. | Kefauver Harris |
An example of a trade journal would be this. | Pharmacy Times |
This is an encyclopedic source of chemical substance data. | The Merck Index |
This is the most comprehensive text covering pharmaceutical sciences. | Remington, The Sceince and Practice of Pharmacy |
The drug manufacturer assigns this to each drug it produces. | NDC |
This provides comprehensive and timely drug information about prescriptions and OTC products. | Drug Facts and Comparisons |
This is published by the ASHP (American Society of Health systems Pharmacists). | Model Curriculum for Pharmacy Technician Traning |
This provides national recognized AWP's and NDC's for FDA approved drugs. | The Red Book |
__________ literature contains condensed works based on primary literature such as textbooks and monographs. | Tertiary |
HIPAA, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act contains regulations related to what? | Protected Health Information (PHI) |
both ears | au |
both eyes | ou |
left ear | as |
right ear | ad |
left eye | os |
right eye | od |
In managed care, care is managed by who? | insurer |
CPhTs need _____ of continuing education ever ____ years to renew certification. | 20 hours, 2 years |
This protects against illegal copying of new discoveries. | patenting |
The death of cells is referred to as what? | Necrosis |
This is the blood concentration needed to produce a response. | minimum effective concentration |
the stomach's pH is around ____. | 1 |
This type of reaction can occur the first time a drug is given to a patient. | Idosyncratic |
This can occur when two drugs with similar pharmacological effects produce greater effects when taken together. | Synergism |
This can occur when two drugs with similar pharmacological actions reults in an effect equal to the sum of their individual effects. | Additive effects |
Children between the ages of 1 and 12 metabolize certain drugs more _________ than adults. | rapidly |
This protects people from unsanitary and poorly labled food. | Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 |
This calls for classification, safety and efficacy of medical devices. | Medical Device Amendment of 1976 |
Passed for drugs that treat diseases that affect very few people to help with tax relief and other incentives for manufactures to develp and market such drugs. | Orphan Drug Act of 1983 |
What are the two main parts of a syringe? | barrel and plunger |
To maintain sterility these parts of the syringe should not be touched. | tip and plunger |
What are the two main parts of a needle? | bevel and hub |
This is the part of the needle that connects to the syringe. | hub |
What kind of compounds liquefy when they're brought together? | eutectic |
Medication carts commonly provide how many hours of medication for specific patients? | 24 |
A patient is taking three 100mg capsules of phenytoin (Dilantin) each day. How much Phenytoin would the patient take in 20 days? | 6000mg |
Verapamil is classified as what? | Calcium Channel blocker |
What is a medication type used to relieve a dry hacking cough called? | Expectorant |
After reconstituion, Ceclor 123mg/5ml should be __________. | refrigerated |
Intraocular, intranasal and vaginal are all examples of what? | parenteral routes |
The amount of a drug that is available to the site of action and the rate at which it is available is known as what? | bioavailability |
The rate at which the solution is administered to the patient. | flow rate |
The slow continuous introduction of a solution into the blood stream. | infusion |
A small volume solution added to an LVP (Large volume parenteral) | piggyback |
Wearing a gown, wearing gloves and swabbing the vial with alcohol are all examples of what? | proper aseptic techniques |
This type of drug has no accepted medical use in the United States. | Schedule I |
According to federal law, in the event of suspected theft of a Shedule II medication the pharmacy is required to notify who? | DEA and State Board of Pharmacy |
This should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Cefaclor (Ceclor). | Cephalexin (Keflex) |
This should be recommended by the pharmacist to treat simple headache in patients who are taking naproxen for inflammation. | Acetaminophen (Tylenol) |
The area of the hospital responsible for distributing supplies to all areas of the facility is called what? | central supply or materials management |
Stock such as large volume parenterals stored on a nursing unit that does not require specific labeling is called what? | floor stock |
Consists of doctors, pharmacists, nurses and other health care professionals whose responsibilites inclue reviewing medications for the formulary and providing guidlines for medication use throughout the institution. | Pharmacy and Therapuetics Committee |
A sudden condition requiring immediate treatment is called a/an ______ condition. | acute |
kg x 2.2 = lb or lb/2.2 = kg | weight conversion |
This includes state identification numbers and affiliations with facilities and insurers. | prescriber profile |
The pharmacuetical manufacturing industry devotes about ___ of its income to research and development. | 1/6 |
The length of time from the beginning of development of a new drug to FDA approval is often more than __ years. | 10 yrs |
An authoritive listing of drugs and issues related to their use is called what? | pharmacopeia |
The Egyptian God of Medicine | Imhotep |
The ancient Greek Goddess of Medicinal Herbs. | Panacea |
Who provides inventory management systems to their customers as part of their service? | Wholesalers |
Identified the structures of DNA. | Watson and Crick |
Substances produced by the body to regulated bodily functions and processes. | Hormones |
How many phases of testing in humans does the FDA require? | Three |
The inactive substance given in place of a medication in clinical trials is called what? | placebo |
Two drugs that have the same active ingredients, same dossage form, same route of administration and same strength are said to be what? | Pharmacuetically equivalent |
_______ are listed in the weekly FDA Enforcement Report. | Recalls |
Literature that contains general reference works based upon primary literature. | Secondary |
Last set of numbers in the NDC indicate what? | package size |
Second set of numbers in the NDC indicate what? | drug |
A complex protein that catalyzes chemical reactions into other substances. | enzyme |
The placebo effect is called a ______ variable. | psychological |
This is the pH of an alkaline substance. | 7 |
Nothing must interupt the flow of air between the ___________. | HEPA filter and a sterile object. |
after meals | pc |
add sufficient quanity | qsad |
drop | gtt |
micrograms | mcg |
dextrose 5% water | D5W |
elixir | elix |
normal saline | NS |
ointment | UNG |
around the clock | ATC |
1/2, one | half |
every morning | qam |
every evening | qpm |
every hour | qh |
every day | qd |
antibiotics | oxacin |
local anesthetics | caine |
penicillins | cillin |
antipsychotics | peridol |
antihyperlipidemics | vastatin |
steroids | olone |
diuretics | thiazide |
tranquilizers | bamate |
This required that all manufacturers, importers and physicians prescribing narcotics be licensed and taxed. | Harrison Narcotic Act of 1914 |
Requires pharmacists to offer counseling to Medicaid patients. | OBRA (1990 Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) |
Drugs that require a prescription are referred to as ______ drugs. | legend |
This is the FDA reporting service for adverse effects that occur from use of approved drugs. | MedWatch |
Red blood cells that trasport oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxidefrom the cells to the lungs. | Erthrocytes |
White blood cells that fight bacterial infections by producing antibodies. | Leukocytes |
liver | hepa |
blood | hemat |
muscle | myo |
increase | osis |
inflammation | itis |
pain | algia |
tumor | oma |
skin | derma |
breast | mast |
stomach | gastr |
nerve | neur |
kidney | neph, ren |
bladder | cyst |
lung | pulmon, pneum |
condition of | osis |
pertaining to | ary |
chest | pect, pector |
around | para |
nose | nas |
high | hyper |
low | hypo |
eye | ocul, ophthalm |
ear | otic, ot |
fungal infection | mycosis |
study of | ology |
eyelid | blephar |
equal | iso |
beyond, after, changing | meta |
disease | pathy |
relieves heart pain | antianginal |
dissolves or prevents blood clots | anticoagulant |
relieves intestinal cramping | antispasmodic |
prevents nausea and vomiting | antiemetic |
prevents and relieves itching | antipruritic |
lowers high cholesterol levels | antihyperlipidemic |
destroys hard skin layers such as warts | keratolytics |
changes mental state | pyschotropic |
Insulins, estrogens and thyroid medications are all examples of this drug classification. | hormones and modifiers |
Antihistamines, decongestants, antitussives and bronchodilators are all classifications of drugs used to treat disorders related to this system of the body. | Respitory |
Sedatives are drugs that are intended to relax and calm. Antianxiety medications such as diazepam and chlordazepoxide are included in this group. | Benzodiazepines |
A decrease in hemoglobin or red blood cells. Hematopoietics are drugs that would be used to treat this condition. | anemia |
ACE inhibitors | pril drugs (i.e Verapamil, Quinapril, Lisinopril) |
Classification of drugs that act to increase blood pressure. | vasopressors |
albuterol hfa inhalers | proventil and/or proair |