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week 2 pharmacology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which drug name is based on the molecular structure of the drug? | Chemical name |
| A generic drug name is written in which manner on a medication administration record? | It is in lower case. |
| The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has stated phenytoin oral suspension is equivalent to Dilantin. Which statement most closely describes the relationship of the generic drug to the brand name drug? | here is less than 20% variance in pharmacokinetics. |
| Which act ensured drugs were labeled with accurate information? | Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938 |
| In which ways did the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938 ensure medication safety? | - It ensured that all drugs are tested for harmful effects. - It required drugs be labeled with accurate information. - It required detailed literature in the drug packaging that explains adverse effects. |
| Controlled substances are classified into five schedules or categories. Match the schedule with its description. High potential for drug abuse. Accepted medical use. Medically accepted drugs. May cause dependence. High potential for drug abuse. No acce | Schedule II Schedule IV Schedule I Schedule III |
| Which statement is considered the strongest safety warning a drug can carry and still remain on the market? | Black box |
| Which drug name would the nurse expect a patient to use when describing their current medication list? | Trade name |
| Which information is usually indicated by the final syllables of a drug’s generic name? | Pharmacologic class |
| Which outcome is potentially dangerous if only trade names are used when prescribing? | The patient may be prescribed the same drug by multiple health care providers. |
| Which information would the nurse include when teaching a patient who will be traveling internationally about trade name drugs and prescriptions? | Language barriers may prevent obtaining the correct drug. Trade names for the same drug can differ between countries. Drugs with the same trade name may have different active ingredients in different countries. |
| Match the phase of drug approval with its description. Test drug for safety Test drug for effectiveness Confirm safety and effectiveness Test for long-term effects | Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 |
| Which statement identifies the primary purpose of federal legislation regarding drugs? | Ensure safe use in patients. |
| Under which schedule does Canada place cannabis and similar synthetic preparations? | Schedule II |
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Brandi Sizemore
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