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Test #1-Pharmacology
Chapters 1-4 Pharmacology- Pierce
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does TID mean? | three times a day |
| What does PRN mean? | as needed |
| What does PRN mean in latin? | pro re nata |
| What does Q4h mean? | every 4 hours |
| What does BID mean? | twice a day |
| What does QID mean? | 4 times a day |
| What type of information must be included on a prescription? | 1. Name 2. Dosage/ Strength 3. Route 4. Frequency |
| What does SOS mean? | once if necessary |
| What is the term for a drug that binds to a receptor and stimulates its function? | Agonist |
| Which form of drug preparation tends to act more quickly? | Gas |
| What does Ung mean? | Ointment |
| What does PO mean? | by mouth |
| What is the term for a route other than the alimentary canal? | Parenteral |
| Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and excretion are the four basic processes of what? | Pharmacokinectics |
| what is the term for the time between administration of a drug and the first appearance of its effects? | Onset |
| Malignant Hyperthermia is an ____________effect to certain drugs. | Idiosyncratic |
| What does gtt mean? | drops |
| What is the term for a drug that counteracts the action of another drug? | Antagonist |
| What does NPO mean? | Nothing by Mouth |
| What is the term for the amount of unbound drug molecules able to cause a desired effect? | Bioavailability |
| What is the term for an artificial manipulation of segments of DNA? | Biotechnology |
| What is the term for the metabolism of breaking down of a drug molecule in the liver and secreted by the kidneys? | Biotransformation |
| What is the undesired potentially harmful effect of a medication? | Adverse Effect |
| What is the expected but unintended effect of a drug? | Side Effect |
| Who set the standards and require proper medication labeling? | Pure Food and Drug Act |
| What government agency was established to enforce the controlled substance act? | DEA |
| What is term for when a drug travels from the site of administration into the bloodstream? | Absorption |
| Drugs are chemically altered via a process called metabolism in the: | Liver |
| Drugs are excreted or eliminated by the: | Kidneys |
| What is the term for a drug that enhances the effect of another drug? | Synergist |
| What are the three major sources of medications? | Natural, Chemical Synthesis, Biotechnology |
| Which one of the following is Not one of the four major drug classification categories? a. Affected body system b. Chemical Type c. Narcotic Antagonist d. Therapeutic Action | C. Narcotic Antagonist |
| Which of the following is NOT one of the four drug forms? a. Cream b. Gas c. Liquid d. Solid | A. Cream |
| What type of medication does not require a prescription and can be bought over the counter? | OTC Over the counter |
| What is another name for an OTC medication? | Non-Legend Drug |
| What is another name for a prescription medication? | Legend Drug |
| The study of genetic factors in predicting a medications action in the body is called: | Pharmacogenetics |
| All of the following are found on a medication's label EXCEPT: a. Pharmacy Name b. Manufacturers name c. Dosage Strength d. Administration Route | A. Pharmacy Name |
| An example of a pharmacology resource that lists medication information is: | PDR |
| A narcotic is considered a/an: | Controlled Substance |
| Which federal agency within the US Department of Labor has a mission to ensure safety of workers by establishing standards? | OSHA |
| The organization that evaluates and accredits health care institutions is: | JCAHO |
| In the phases of medication testing, which one is used on healthy volunteers to determine safe dosage levels? | Phase 1 |
| Which medication name is also called its trade name? | Brand |
| The measurement system also used as the international standard is the: | International System of Measurments |
| In order of operations which is done LAST? | Subtraction |
| What is a reversal agent for narcotics? | Narcan |
| What is another name for Narcan? | Naloxone |
| What is another name for diphenhydramine? | Benadryl |
| what are NSAID medications? | non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs |
| What does qd mean? | everyday |
| What type of medication triggers malignant hyperthermia? | Succinylcholine |
| What is another name for Succinylcholine? | SUX |
| What medication is given for the treatment of Malignant Hyperthermia? | Dantrolene |
| How much Dantrolene is given when treating MH? | 2.5mg/kg |
| What are some examples of parenteral routes? | IM IV SQ ID |
| what is the term for droplets of oil and fat in water? | Emulsion |
| What is the term for a liquid with a dissolved substance? | Solution |
| What is the term for particles not easily dissolved in liquid? These must be shaken. | Suspension |
| What is the term for a medicinal preparation that contains alcohol as the primary solution? | Tincture |
| Emulsion, Solution, Suspension, and Tincture are all types of what? | Medicinal Preperations |
| What does AD mean? | Right Ear |
| What does AS mean? | Left Ear |
| What does AU mean? | Both Ears |
| What does OD mean? | Right Eye |
| What does OS mean? | Left Eye |
| What does OU mean? | Both Eyes |
| What does qh mean? | Every hour |
| What does ss mean? | Half |
| What is another name for Xyolocaine? | Lidocaine |
| What is another name for Marcaine? | Bupivicaine, Sensorcaine, Carbocaine |
| What type of media does not stain? | Contrast Media |
| What type of media stains tissue? | Dyes |
| What are the 4 forms of drugs? | 1. Solid 2. Liquid 3. Gases 4. Semi-Solids |
| What is another name for a anticoagulant? | Thrombolytic |
| What type of medications decreases intraoperative pressure and intracranial pressure? | Diuretics |
| What medication stimulates uterine contractions? | Pitocin (Oxytocin) |
| What is the term for the stopping of blood flow? | Hemostasis |
| What is the term for balanced body systems? | Homeostasis |
| What medication counteracts Heparin? | Protamine Sulfate |
| What are anticholinegic medications used for? | Dry secretions |
| What is another name for Anticholinegic? | Atropine Sulfate |
| What is the term for reasons why a drug is needed or an operation is needed? | Indications |
| What are anticoagulants used for? | Blood thinner |
| Reasons why a drug is NOT needed or operation is NOT needed? | Contraindications |
| What is another name for a chemotherapy drug? | Antineooplastic |
| What does a scored tablet mean? | It can be broken in half |
| What medication names do not have the first letter capitalized and are not owned by anyone? | Generic Name |
| What medication names have the first letter capitalized and are copyrighted? | Brand Name (Trade Name) |
| What medication name is long, only chemist know, and is made up of the chemical make-up? | Chemical Name |
| Are anticoagulants a theraputic drug? | Yes |
| What are antipyretic medications used for? | Reduce fever |
| What is the formula to calculate a dose? | Volume x Strength=Dose |
| -caine | Local Anesthetic |
| -cillin | Antibiotic |
| -mycin | Antibiotic |
| -olol | Beta Blocker |
| -ole | Antifungal or PPI |
| -oxacin | Antibiotic |
| -pam | Antianxiety |
| What is another name for antianxiety medications? | Anxiolytic |
| -pril | ACE inhibitor |
| -sone | Steroid |
| -statin | Lipid Lowering |
| What type of medication relieves acidity? | Antacid |
| What are Antineoplastic medications made of? | Fungus |
| what type of drug relieves itching? | Antipuritic |
| Gelatin-type container that encloses a single dose of a drug is: | Capsule |
| what type of drug is used to produce evacuation of bowels? | Cathartic |
| Skin patch containing the drug which is absorbed through the skin? | Dermal Patch |
| Amount of medicine to be administered to a patient at one time: | Dosage |
| Any chemical substance taken into the body for the purpose of affecting body function: | Drug |
| Body's defense response of living tissue to injury? | Inflammation |
| What is the term for an inactive substance administered purely for its psychological effect? | Placebo |
| What does sublingual mean? | beneath the tongue |
| What is the term for generalized or affecting the entire body? | Systemic |
| Compressed mixture of a pure drug into a solid form: | Tablet |
| Narrowing of blood vessels: | Vasoconstriction |
| What are analgesics used for? | Relieve Pain |
| What are the six rights of medication administration? | 1. Right Drug 2. Right Dose 3. Right Route 4. Right Patient 5. Right Time 6. Right Documentation |
| Special characteristics by which persons differ from each other: | Idiosyncrasy |
| what is the term for a substance being separated from a solution? | Precipitation |
| What does PDR mean? | Physicians Desk Reference |
| What drug class has high potential for drug abuse and are accepted for medical use and can lead to dependency? Examples would be Cocain, Morphine, Codeine. | Class 2 |
| What drug class contains drugs with high abuse potential and not accepted for medical use except for marijuana in some cases? Examples would be Heroin, LSD, PCP, andmarijuana | Class 1 |
| What drug class contains anabolic steroids and products with low amounts of codeine? | Class 3 |
| What drug class is accepted for medical use and has potential for dependency? Examples would be Diazepam, Lorazepam, and Phenobarbital | Class 4 |
| What drug class has many antitussive and antidiarrheal agents. They are medically accepted for use and have very limited potential for dependence. Most of these are OTC medications. | Class 5 |
| What act sets the standards for quality and required proper medication labeling for preparation and containing morphine? | Pure Food and Drug Act |
| Who inspects the facilities where drugs are made, reviews new drug applications? | FDA |
| What phase of drug testing is given to healthy volunteers? | Phase 1 |
| What phase of drug testing are given to limited number of patients presenting with the disease or condition the drug was developed to treat? | Phase 2 |
| What phase of drug testing is used to asses drugs? These are most commonly known as "double-blind" studies. | Phase 3 |
| What phase of drug testing is post-marketing study? This phase is used to continue study and documentation. | Phase 4 |
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