Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are examples of:

analgesics and anti-inflammatory

Preferred sites for intramuscular injections are:

anterolateral aspect of the upper thigh and the deltoid muscle of the upper arm

Body areas usually used for intradermal injections are:

inner forearm or middle of back

Three types of allergy tests are:

scratch, patch, and intradermal

When performing an allergy testing what two drugs need to be available?

epinephrine and diphenhydramine

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Final Pharmacology

Question	Answer
A drug’s official name is the:	generic
The study of poisons is called:	toxicology
Drugs with the lowest potential for abuse are listed on:	schedule V
The summation of a drug present in the body after repeated medication is the:	Cumulative dose
The USP-NF is published:	yearly
The study of drugs and their relationship to the treatment of disease is called:	Phamacotherapeutics
Enforcement of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act is the responsibility of the FDA.	true
The initial, larger dose of a drug is the loading dose. true or false	true
Pediatric dosages are normally based on the age of the child. true or false	false
The average dose is that which will keep the drug concentration at a therapeutic level in the bloodstream. true or false	false
The amount of medication that could kill a patient is a lethal dose. true or false	true
When a drug is used only to treat the symptoms of a disease, such as a cold remedy, this is referred to as:	Therapeutic use
The government agency responsible for the enforcement of the Controlled Substances Act.	DEA
Marijuana is a schedule _ drug.	schedule 1
Drugs with the lowest potential for abuse are listed on schedule _?	schedule V
All of the following are required to obtain a registration from the DEA except:	interns
Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are examples of:	analgesics and anti-inflammatory
A liquid preparation in which a drug is dissolved in a solvent is a(n):	solution
Drugs that are dissolved in alcohol or alcohol and water are called:	tinctures
agent that modifies psychotic behavior	neuroleptic
An agent that loosens and facilitates removal of respiratory secretions, such as Robitussin, is called an:	expectorant
Another name for a lozenge is a(n)	troche
When refilling a prescription, the medical assistant must get all of the following information from the patient except:	tetanus shot
Prescriptions have how many distinct elements?:	8
Medications that are intended for use without medical supervision are:	over the counter
A protocol that sets forth instructions that are to be followed for various situations is called a:	standing order
An action in which a drug blocks the action of a substance is called:	antagonist
Tablets that are meant to dissolve in the intestines rather than in the stomach are called:	enteric-coated
When writing a prescription, the brand name of the drug is preferred. true or false	false
Oxygen is ordered by:	LPM or %
Subqutaneous injections should not exceed:	2 ml
A 1ml syring is used for:	allergy testing
Preferred sites for intramuscular injections are:	anterolateral aspect of the upper thigh and the deltoid muscle of the upper arm
Antiviral drug that is effective against the influenza A virus in adults:	Rimantadine
A subcutaneous injection is usually given at a:	45 degree angle
An intramuscular injection is given at a:	90 degree angle
An intradermal injection is given at an:	10 to 15 degree angle
An intravenous injection is inserted :	less than a 15 degree angle
Medications such as insulin, heparin, some antibiotics, hormones, vitamins, and vaccines are measured in:	units
The _______ is the perferred site for infant injections:	vastus lateralis
Body areas usually used for intradermal injections are:	inner forearm or middle of back
Which is the largest needle size? 18g, 16g, 27g, 21g	16g
Lithium is used to treat:	bipolar disorder
What percent of breast lumps are found by women?	90%
Three types of allergy tests are:	scratch, patch, and intradermal
The resting phase of the cell is G1 phase: true or false	false
When performing an allergy testing what two drugs need to be available?	epinephrine and diphenhydramine
What percentage of antiboitics is over prescribed by doctors?	50%
when there is overgrowth of a resistant strain of bacteria, fungi, or yeast:	super infection
Generic name for Xanax is:	Alprazolam
Interstitial cystitis (IC) is what percent women:	90%
Interstitial cystitis (IC) is caused by:	E. coli
A drug commonly found in office emergency kits that relaxes smooth muscle of the respiratory tract is:	albuterol
Lists the 6 Rights:	Right patient, Right drug, Right dose, Right route, Right time, Right documentation
The normal range for oxygen in arterial blood is:	80-100 mm Hg
When administered properly, ophthalmic medications have a local effect. true or false	true
All of the following are nonparenteral methods of medication administration except:	IM injection
When applying a nasal cannula, the prongs should be placed so that there is a direct flow of oxygen against the nasal mucosa. true or false	false
The temperature of irrigation and douche solutions should not exceed:	104 degrees
Unit-dose medications should be crushed in the wrapper before opening. true or false	true
Which of the following types of oral medications could be safely crushed for administration?	scored tablets
Two means of measuring the amount of medication to be administered are by:	weight and volume
Drugs that have a counterirritant effect and are usually vigorously rubbed onto the skin to relieve soreness in muscles and joints are called:	liniments
All of the following are symptoms of BPH except:	excessive production of urine
Women who wait until after age 30 to have children have a decreased risk of breast cancer. true or false	false
Prostate cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in men. true or false	false
The Gleason grading system is used to classify the stage and grade of breast cancer. true or false	false
All of the following are symptoms of breast cancer except:	obesity
The normal hemoglobin range for an adult female is:	12-16g/100 ml of blood
Antineoplastic agents kill or destroy malignant cells but do not harm normal cells. true or false	false
Adverse effects of antineoplastic agents include:	nausea and vomiting, bone marrow depression, alopecia
The resting phase of the cell cycle is the G1 phase. true or false	false
The generic name for Myleran is:	busulfan
A feeling of uneasiness, apprehension, worry, or dread is the definition of:	anxiety
Which of the following foods would be restricted or prohibited for patients taking MAOIs?	guacamole
Seroquel is an example of an MAOI. true or false	false
Triptans are used to treat migraine and cluster headaches. true or false	true
Endogenous depression is more likely to be alleviated by tricyclic antidepressants than are other types of depression. true or false	true
____ is a monocyclic aminoketone used for major depression, bipolar depression, cocaine and nicotine addiction, and ADHD.	Wellbutrin
A class of antidepressants that requires strict dietary control is:	MAOI's
Prozac, Paxil, and Zoloft are in a class of antidepressants known as:	SSRI's
Mirapex was originally used to treat Parkinson’s disease, but is being tested as an antidepressant. true or false	true
The usual adult dose for lorazepam is:	2-6 mg daily in 2-3 divided doses
The inability to sit down that is often seen in patients taking antipsychotic medications is called:	akathisia
Another name for antipsychotic drugs is:	neuroleptics
Patients taking neuroleptics should be placed on fluid restrictions. true or false	false
Tardive dyskinesias may appear after drug therapy has been discontinued. true or false	true
In the United States and Canada, it is estimated that antibiotics are overprescribed by:	50%
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome is associated with tampon use. true or false	false
The 5 Cs are commonly found in daycare centers and correctional facilities. true or false	true
Treating a person infected with group A streptococcus for 24 hours is usually sufficient to render them noncontagious. true or false	true
____ is produced by a strain of bacteria.	Erythromycin
Disinfectants are typically used on inanimate objects, as they are usually harmful to living tissue. true or false	true
Diabetics should be warned that ____ may cause false test results with some urine sugar tests.	cephalosporins
The most common cause of life-threatening infections in newborns is:	group B streptococcus
The generic name for Spectracef is:	cefditoren pivoxil
Salmonellosis is more common in the winter months. true ot false	false
Which disinfectant is most recommended by OSHA?	bleach
An overgrowth of a resistant strain of microorganisms is called a(n):	superinfection
Tetracyclines are contraindicated in all of the following except:	patients with HIV infection
____ is a long-acting form of injectable penicillin.	Bicillin L-A
Infectious diseases are the number one cause of death worldwide. true or false	false
The generic name for Flagyl is:	metronidazole HCI
Preferred sites for IM injection for most immunizations are:	anterolateral aspect of the upper thigh and deltoid
The generic name for Retrovir is:	zidovudine
Approximately half of all infectious diseases are caused by:	viruses
AIDS drugs may prompt the onset of diabetes. true or false	true
All of the following immunizations should be given IM except:	MMR
The common cold is called:	coryza
An antifungal drug that is frequently used for onychomycosis is:	Lamisil
____ is an antiviral drug that is used for prevention and treatment of influenza A virus in adults, but is used only for prevention in children.	Rimantadine
An antiviral drug that is also used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus is:	Zovirax
An antifungal drug that is virtually nontoxic, having few adverse effects, is:	nystatin
There is no evidence of systemic toxicity in those using Fungizone. true or false	true
All of the following are examples of fungal infections except:	varicella
Patients taking NSAIDs should be warned of the risk of GI bleeding. true or false	true
The generic name for Feldene is:	piroxicam
The first-aid treatment for minor musculoskeletal injuries is:	Rest Ice Compression Elevation
Approximately 50% of accidental deaths in the elderly are due to:	falls
Patients taking which drug should be told to increase their fluid intake to prevent the formation of kidney stones?	probenecid
Skeletal muscle relaxants may be used in all of the following except:	arthritis
Plavix and Prilosec should not be taken in combination. true or false	true
If a substance is described as being ulcerogenic, it helps prevent the formation of ulcers. true or false	false
Antacids should not be used in patients who are taking any form of tetracycline. true or false	true
____ is contraindicated during pregnancy because of its abortifacient property.	Misoprostol
Drugs that neutralize stomach acid are referred to as:	antacids
The generic name for Prevacid is:	lansoprazole
All of the following are signs of dehydration in infants except:	bulging fontanels
_______ based antacids can cause diarrhea:	magnesium
What schedule drug is LSD?	Schedule 1
Common street date rape drugs are:	Rohynol
Drugs used for acute attacks of gout are:	Colchicine
Fat-soluble vitamins are:	A, D, E, K
Nexium and Riopan are proton-pump inhibitors. true or false	false
Retinopathy, vertigo, and nerve deafness are potential adverse reactions to:	hydroxychloroquine sulfate
The generic name for Tagamet is:	cimetidine
Laxatives may be given to try to relieve the pain associated with appendicitis. true or false	false
Rubella and fetal alcohol syndrome are common causes of congenital heart defects. true or false	true
A drug that is used to treat severe anemia in patients with chronic renal failure or AIDS is:	epoetin alfa
All of the following are symptoms of MI except:	warm, dry skin
Drugs that are used to increase the blood pressure for patients who go into shock are called:	vasopressors
An example of an ACE inhibitor would be:	Zestril
The generic name for Tenormin is:	atenolol
An example of a vasopressor is:	Neo-Synephrine
The medical term for an irregular heartbeat is:	arrhythmia
Drugs that are used to dissolve an existing thrombus are called:	thrombolytic agents
Which type of antihypertensive drug acts by relaxing smooth muscle in the blood vessels?	vasodilators
When administering digitalis, the medication should be withheld if the apical pulse is below:	60
Pernicious anemia is another name for iron-deficiency anemia. true or false	false
Which type of drug strengthens, and thereby slows, the heart?	digitalis
All of the following statements about heparin sodium are true except:	Heparin may be given IM, IV, or SC
A drug that may be used to control bleeding in a patient with hemophilia is:	Proplex
Patients taking glucocorticoids, such as Rhinocort, should avoid exposure to infections such as chickenpox and measles. true or false	true
Drugs that reduce the viscosity of respiratory secretions are called:	mucolytics
Abdominal cramps, nausea, and diarrhea are possible adverse reactions to:	ofloxacin
The generic name for Robitussin is:	guaifenesin
Drugs that make coughs more productive are known as:	expectorants
The most common adverse reactions to Rhinocort are:	increased coughing, irritation of nasal passages, epitaxis, and sore throat
Patients taking which of the following drugs should be told to avoid coffee, tea, and chocolate?	theophylline
Children should not take aspirin as an antipyretic because of the risk of hepatotoxicity. true or false	false
The generic name for Tessalon is:	benzonatate
Sympathomimetic bronchodilators may cause a decrease in heart rate, drowsiness, and fatigue. true or false	false
Cromolyn sodium is used for the prophylactic treatment of bronchial asthma. true or false	true
A possible antidote for acetaminophen overdose is:	Mucomyst
A vascular reaction of the skin that is characterized by wheals and severe itching is known as:	urticaria
Oliguria and proteinuria may be signs of nephrotoxicity. true or false	true
A urinary analgesic that may cause a yellow discoloration of the sclera is:	phenazopyridine HCI
Diarrhea, alopecia, and dyspepsia are possible adverse reactions to:	Elmiron
Which of the following may help to avoid cystitis?	wiping from front to back
Uses for sulfonamides include treatment of which of the following? UTI's otitis media chancroid	All of these are correct
Uses for sulfonamides include treatment of which of the following?	Get plenty of sunlight
The most common type of bacteria that causes cystitis is:	E. coli
What percentage of interstitial cystitis sufferers are women?	90%
Osmotic diuretics are used for all of the following except:	treatment of congestive heart failure
Interstitial cystitis may be accurately diagnosed by a urine C&S. true or false	false
Which of the following is a documented adverse effect of osmotic diuretics? urinary retention electrolyte imbalance convulsants	All of these answers are correct
A medication used for interstitial cystitis that is administered by instillation into the bladder is:	Rimso-50
Patients taking which type of drug should be cautioned about the use of salt substitutes?	potassium-sparing diuretics
Approximately how many Americans are affected by bladder problems?	17 million
The median age of onset of interstitial cystitis in woman is around what age:?	40
Signs of a UTI may include: dysuria fever hematuria	All of these are correct
Crystalluria, dizziness, nausea, and headache are potential adverse reactions to:	norfloxacin
75% of children with Type 2 diabetes have a family history of the disease. true or false	false
Lactic acidosis, a rare but potentially fatal complication, may occur with the use of:	Glucophage
Comatose patients with hypoglycemia may be given IV dextrose. true or false	true
Which gland is sometimes referred to as the “master gland”?	pituitary
All of the following drugs may cause hyperglycemia except:	alcohol
Which of the following is NOT a sign of hypoglycemia? weakness confusion hot, dry skin tremors	hot, dry skin
Precose should be taken 30 minutes before breakfast. true or false	false
Which of the following is an example of a long-acting insulin?	Lantus
Novolin 70/30 has an onset of action within:	30 minutes
Which of the following drugs works by decreasing the release of glucose by the liver and making cells more sensitive to insulin?	Glucophage
Copper-colored skin, anorexia, and weight loss are symptoms of:	Addison's disease
Sulfonylureas are used for the treatment of:	diabetes mellitus
Polyuria, polydipsia, and polyphagia are classic signs of:	diabetes mellitus
50% of children with Type 2 diabetes are overweight. true or false	false
The generic name for Glucotrol is:	glipizide
Novolog insulin begins working in 1–3 hours. true or false	false
Premixed insulins are usually taken:	bid
Prandin and Starlix are useful in the treatment of diabetes mellitus for patients with potential kidney problems. true or false	true
When administering narcotic analgesics, the medication should be withheld if the respiratory rate is below:	12
Patients taking levodopa may notice a red to black discoloration of urine. true or false	true
The duration of effect for most benzodiazepines is:	6-8 hrs
Patients taking levodopa may notice a red to black discoloration of urine. true or false	true
Abrupt discontinuation of antiparkinsonian agents may precipitate status epilepticus. true or false	false
Which of the following drugs contains a narcotic analgesic plus acetaminophen?	Percodan
A drug that is used to reverse the effects of opioids is:	naloxone HCI
Diamox is an oral diuretic that is used in the treatment of glaucoma. true or false	true
Phenytoin sodium has been known to cause gingival hyperplasia and hirsutism. true or false	true
Fibrosis, a rare side effect that causes thickening or scarring of the membrane lining of body organs, has been reported with Parlodel use. true or false	true
Phenergan and Tigan may be given orally, rectally, or by IM injection. true or false	true
The onset of action for most benzodiazepines is:	15 - 40 mins
Long-term use of which drug has been found to cause ESRD and liver damage when combined with fasting?	acetaminophen
Short-term hormone therapy protects against all of the following conditions except:	pulmonary embolus
____ is rapidly inactivated by the liver. Therefore, many preparations are given IM.	testosterone
Symptoms of gonorrhea include genital discharge, jaundice, and weight loss. true or false	false
Patients taking testosterone are at an increased risk of developing blood clots, as testosterone increases certain clotting factors. true or false	false
All of the following are examples of monophasic oral contraceptives except:	Ortho-Novum 7/7/7
All of the following are contraindications to oral contraceptives except:	dysmenorrhea
Patients taking ____ should be watched for signs of depression, and the drug should be discontinued if symptoms become severe.	progesterone
During the ____ phase of the menstrual cycle, the graafian follicle undergoes maturation.	proliferation
25% of erectile dysfunction has a physical cause. true or false	false
Uterine relaxants are used to stop or delay premature labor. true or false	true
Estrogen preparations are used for all of the following except:	prevention of miscarriage
The four phases of the menstrual cycle, in order, are:	proliferation, luteal, premenstrual, and menstruation
Prostin E2 Alpha may be used to manage postpartum bleeding after delivery of the placenta. true or false	false
Climacteric is more commonly known as:	menopause

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