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Review Quiz Pharm.

Review Quiz Pharmcology

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Which is the definition of the term pharmacology? the study of drugs
Which is the definition of the term pharmacodynamics? the body's response to drugs
Which is the definition of physiology? the study of the functions of cells, tissues, and organs of living organisms
Which is the definition of pathology? the study of the disease process
Which is the source of the drug digitalis? a plant
Which is a source of morphine? a plant
Which is the source of Bactrim? chemicals
Which is an example of a drug or drugs used to prevent disease? hepatitis B vaccine
Which is an example of a drug or drugs used to promote health maintenance? vitamins
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has the responsibility of enforcing drug standards.
The official nonproprietary drug name assigned by a manufacturer is the generic name.
Which is also known as the trade, or proprietary, name? brand name
Which is an example of a brand or trade name? Tylenol
Which is an example of a chemical name? Acetylsalicylic acid
Which term refers to the unintended and undesirable effects of drugs? side effects/adverse reactions
Which reference book would you use to match a color illustration of a prescription medication that you have? Physicians’ Desk Reference
Which law identifies the drugs that are dangerous or subject to abuse? Controlled Substances Act of 1970
Before diagnostic iodine is administered, the patient should be asked if he or she is allergic to which of the following? shellfish
The passage of a drug from its site of administration into the bloodstream is referred as absorption.
Which term describes the body's way of removing the waste products of ordinary cell processes? excretion
Antibiotics act on the body by destroying parts of cells.
Which vitamin found in foods may decrease the effect of Coumadin on blood clotting? vitamin K
Which describes the desired effect of a drug? therapeutic effect
Which type of effect occurs when tetracycline and antacid are taken together? antagonism
Which term describes the drug interaction that occurs when two drugs are administered at the same time, and one drug increases the effect of the other? potentiation
Physical drug dependence is a physical need for a drug.
Withdrawal symptoms can occur as a result of physical drug dependence.
Which route of administration takes the longest time to show its effects? oral
What is the process in which enzymes break down a drug? metabolism
In which organ does most of the metabolism and detoxification of drugs take place? liver
Which are used to calculate proper adult dose? age and body weight
Coumadin’s effect on blood clotting is decreased when taking green leafy vegetables.
Constriction of the bronchial muscle, edema of the pharynx and larynx, severe wheezing, and dyspnea are symptoms of which of the following? anaphylaxis
What is the recommended treatment when a patient presents with an idiosyncratic response to a drug? Stop medication.
The process whereby antacids and iron supplements work against the absorption of the antibiotic tetracycline is described as antagonism.
Which term refers to the self-administration of a drug in chronically excessive quantities, resulting in a psychological or physical dependence? Drug abuse
When working with metric numbers, fractions are expressed as decimals.
Which is the metric equivalent of the fraction 1/10? 0.10
Which is the correct answer to the following multiplication problem: 1.5 × 0.35? 0.525
Which system of measurement is based on units of 10? metric system
In the metric system, which unit of volume is most often used in preparing liquid medication? milliliter
How many pounds (lb) are equivalent to 45 kilogram (kg)? 99 lb
Which is the correct metric weight for a person who weighs 125 lb? 56.80 kg
Which is the metric equivalent of 1 tablespoon (tbsp)? 15 mL
Which describes the proper way to round numbers? If the last number is less than 5, round down.
Which is a method used to calculate pediatric doses of medication? body weight
A child who is 40 kg would weigh how many pounds? 88
The process of administering medications by injection using a needle and syringe is parenteral medication administration.
All of the following are routes to administer a parenteral medication except oral
Which term describes how an insulin syringe is calibrated? in units
Which term describes the part of a syringe that is a hollow cylinder and holds the medication? the barrel
Which term describes the part of a syringe that changes the air pressure in the syringe, pulling air or medication in, and forcing air or medication out? the plunger
The diameter of the lumen of the needle is called the gauge.
A medication that is thin and watery is referred to as being aqueous.
Which term is used to describe a medication that is thick and sticky? viscous
The most common route of exposure to a blood-borne disease is the result of a needlestick injury.
Which term describes a small bottle with a rubber stopper through which a needle can be inserted? vial
Which statement best describes the proper technique to use when withdrawing a dose of medication from a vial? Inject an amount of air equal to the amount of medication you are withdrawing.
The process of adding liquid to a medication that has been stored in powdered form is called reconstitution.
The proper way to dissolve a reconstituted medication completely is by rolling the vial between your hands.
Which statement describes how to mix different types of insulin in a syringe? Withdraw the fast-acting type, then the long-acting.
The inner lower arm, upper chest, and back are sites that can be used when using the __________ route to administer an injection. intradermal
An intradermal injection is administered using a(n) tuberculin syringe.
Which angle(s) should be used when administering an intradermal injection? 5º–15º
The correct position of the bevel of the needle when performing an intradermal injection is bevel up.
Which of the following statements describes the time period that should elapse before reading a diagnostic skin test? 48–72 hours
When reading a diagnostic skin test, the healthcare worker is observing the injection site for induration and erythema.
An injection performed using the fatty tissues on the outer upper arm, the front of the thigh, the abdomen, and the upper back below the shoulder blades is called subcutaneous.
What is the preferred site for intramuscular injections in infants and children? vastus lateralis muscle
The maximum amount of medication that may be injected via the intramuscular route is 3.0 mL.
What is the maximum amount of medication that can be administered using the deltoid muscle? 1.0 mL
When administering an intramuscular injection, what is the correct needle angle? 90º
When administering an intramuscular injection, what is the correct needle angle? 90º
The process of pulling back slightly on the plunger of a syringe while administering an injection is referred to as aspirating.
All routes of parenteral medication administration require that aspiration be performed prior to injection of the medication except intradermal.
Which statement describes the proper procedure to follow if blood is visible in the plunger when aspiration is performed? Immediately remove the needle, Discard the syringe into a sharps container, Repeat the procedure.
Which symptom describes a systemic reaction to a parenteral medication? shortness of breath
Which of the following will best prevent medication tracking when administering an intramuscular injection? Using the Z-track method
Which statement describes classifications of medication forms? liquids; semiliquids; semisolids; solids
Which of the following is classified as a liquid preparation? syrup
A preparation that must be shaken prior to administration is a suspension.
All of the following dosage forms contain alcohol except syrups.
All of the following types of medications can be administered to alcoholics or diabetics except elixirs.
A medication preparation that is commonly delivered by oral inhaler, allowing for rapid absorption into the bloodstream, is a(n) aerosol.
Which type of drugs must always bear the label "Sterile—for ophthalmic use"? eye medications
Which type of medication can lead to an overdose if crushed, opened, or emptied into food? extended release capsules
Stomach irritation associated with a medication can be reduced if a patient is prescribed a(n) enteric-coated tablet.
The slowest way for a drug to reach the cells of the body is orally.
Which statement is not true about sublingual medication administration? The patient should take the medication with food or drink.
Which term describes the method of applying a drug directly to the skin or mucous membrane, usually for a local effect? topical
Supplies must be sterile when administering medications parenterally.
The medication order "Give Tylenol 500 mg PO q 4 hrs for temperature of 101°F or above" is an example of a standing order.
Which describes a type of medication order written by a provider for a drug to be given when a patient needs it? prn orderCorrect
Which of the following abbreviations stands for before meals? a.c.
Which of the following abbreviations means four times a day? qid
Which type of medications must be kept in a locked, secure place with limited access, must be counted or measured at the beginning of each shift, and must have the quantity recorded on a specific form? controlled substances
How many times should a label be checked when administering a medication? three times
A medication to be given on an empty stomach should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours afterward.
Which abbreviation indicates a medication is to be taken after a meal? p.c.
Although a drug may have several brand names, it only has one generic name.
Which term describes a system of documenting that involves the chart being organized according to a numbered list of problems? POMR
Which term describes a way to organize and chart patient progress? SOAP
Which statement describes the proper way to chart medication administration? Chart after you give the medication.
Correcting an error during charting involves draw one line through the mistake.
Which is the abbreviation to use when documenting the administration of medication by mouth? PO
Which is the military time equivalent of 5:45 p.m.? 1745 hours
An organic substance necessary for metabolism and normal growth and development in an individual is called a(n) vitamins.
Which of the following may form in susceptible people taking megadoses of vitamin C that increases the renal excretion of uric acid? kidney stones
Which vitamin deficiency may result in night blindness? vitamin A
Rickets may occur in patients with a deficiency of vitamin D.
A tingling in the extremities can be a symptom of a deficiency of vitamin B1.
Scurvy is caused by which vitamin deficiency? vitamin C
Which drug may be prescribed to treat osteoporosis? calcium carbonate
Which drug may be prescribed to treat hypokalemia? Potassium chloride
Which drug may be prescribed to treat iron-deficiency anemia? iron
Which term means a state of fluid balance within the body? homeostasis
All of the following are fat-soluble vitamins except vitamin B.
An excess of which vitamin may cause kidney stones? vitamin C
Which substance does the thyroid gland need to function properly? iodine
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