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Module 12 Exam Study
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which of the following cells is responsible for forming bone? | Osteoblast |
| Which of the following medications imitates the effect of estrogen to aid in increasing bone density? | Raloxifene |
| Which of the following terms indicates inflammation of one or more joints? | Arthritis |
| Which of the following processes involves destruction of the bone? | Resorption |
| A buildup of uric acid in the joints and tendons causing severe pain and kidney stones is a manifestation of which of the following conditions? | Gout |
| Which of the following substances is responsible for inflammation, such as pain, redness, and swelling? | Prostaglandin |
| A pharmacy technician hears the pharmacist suggest to a patient to take vitamin D along with their newly prescribed calcium supplement. Which of the following statements is the reason for this recommendation? | Calcium is better absorbed when taken with vitamin D |
| Which of the following groups is most prevalently affected by osteoporosis? | Females who are menopausal |
| A guardian asks a pharmacy technician what to look out for when purchasing a fever reducer and pain reliever for their toddler? Which of the following statements should the technician make? | Avoid aspirin because it can cause Reye syndrome. |
| A pharmacy technician is dispensing alendronate (Fosamax) to a patient. The patient asks what this medication does. Which of the following responses should the technician make? | It inhibits breakdown of bone by the osteoclasts. |
| Which of the following types of tissue attach muscle to the bones? | Tendon |
| Which of the following body systems controls involuntary muscles, such as the heart? | The nervous system |
| Which of the following medications is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome? | Dicyclomine (Bentyl) |
| Which of the following root words refers to flesh? | Sarco |
| Which of the following parts of the body contains a smooth muscle? | Lungs |
| An injection of edrophonium (Tensilon) is used to diagnose which of the following? | Myasthenia Gravis |
| Which of the following groups of muscles is considered voluntary? | Muscles of the arm |
| A pharmacy technician is performing a medication reconciliation for a patient that was just transferred to their hospital unit. While in the ER, the patient received IV dobutamine. Which of the following describes the effects of dobutamine? | It is a beta agonist that works by stimulating the heart to pump oxygenated blood. |
| An overextended muscle is also known as which of the following conditions? | Strains |
| Succinylcholine (Anectine) has which of the following effects on the muscular system? | Inhibits contractions of the skeletal muscle. |
| Which of the following medication classes is used to decrease arterial pressure? | Alpha blockers |
| Which of the following terms describes blood vessels that transport oxygenated blood away from the heart to body cells and tissue? | Arteries |
| A slow or decreased heart rate is also known by which of the following terms? | Bradycardia |
| Which of the following substances circulates in the blood and can cause blockages in the blood vessels? | Cholesterol |
| Chest pain radiating to the arms, jaw, and neck is a manifestation of which of the following conditions? | Angina |
| Which of the following conditions occurs when blood pressure increases during heart contraction or relaxation? | Hypertension |
| Which of the following terms describes the red blood cells that transport oxygen to body tissues and organs? | Erythrocyte |
| A pharmacy technician should identify that ACE inhibitors, such as lisinopril, exert their effect in which of the following organs? | Kidney |
| Which of the following substances reduces blood loss by forming clots? | Platelets |
| Which of the following conditions can result in cerebrovascular accident? | A hemorrhage in the brain |
| Which of the following substances if responsible for forming a platelet plug during coagulation? | Thrombocyte |
| Which of the following processes prevents the clotting of blood? | Anticoagulation |
| A patient receives eptifibatide (Integrilin) in the hospital and asks a pharmacy technician how the medication works. Which of the following responses should the technician make? | "It prevents platelets from binding and clumping together" |
| If a patient misses a dose of an anticoagulant medication, the patient might be at risk for which of the following symptoms? | Blood clots |
| Which of the following proteins is responsible for blood coagulation, works in the clotting cascade, and stimulates platelet activation? | Thrombin |
| Which of the following conditions is caused by the dislodging of a blood clot and can result in difficulty breathing? | Pulmonary embolism |
| Which of the following terms is used to describe a dislodged deep vein thrombosis? | Embolism |
| Swelling and pain in the leg are symptoms of which of the following conditions? | Deep vein thrombosis |
| A patient asks a pharmacy technician how fondaparinux (Arixtra) functions. Which of the following responses should the technician make? | "The medication acts by inhibiting clotting factor Xa in the body, which inhibits blood coagulation" |
| Which of the following medications should be used as an INJECTABLE outpatient therapy for blood clot prevention? | Enoxaparin |
| Which of the following conditions is a genetic disorder in which excess mucus blocks the airways resulting in wheezing, coughing, and increased susceptibility to bacterial infections? | Cystic fibrosis |
| Inhaling fluid into the lungs after vomiting is an example of which of the following? | Aspiration |
| Which of the following terms describes an absence of spontaneous breathing? | Apnea |
| Which of the following conditions can be induced by the release of allergens such as histamine? | Asthma |
| Which of the following conditions is characterized by emphysema and chronic bronchitis, resulting in difficulty breathing and increased risk of infection? | COPD |
| Which of the following functions is the primary role of the respiratory system? | Ventilation |
| A patient has inflammation in the lungs caused by allergies. The pharmacy technician should expect the patient to have a prescription for which of the following medications? | Fluticasone (Flovent) |
| Rapid breathing, loss of consciousness, and tingling of fingers and toes are common symptoms of which of the following conditions? | Hyperventilation |
| Nasal inflammation with increased mucus production is a manifestation of which of the following conditions? | Allergic rhinitis |
| A pharmacy technician should identify which of the following medications as a short-acting beta agonist? | Albuterol (Proventil) |
| *ON EXAM* Which of the following organs removes debris, bacteria, viruses, and toxins from blood? | Spleen |
| *ON EXAM* Which of the following bodily fluids has a creamy consistency and contains proteins and fats? | Lymph |
| *ON EXAM* A butterfly rash on the face and arthritis are manifestations of which of the following conditions? | Systemic lupus erythematosus |
| *ON EXAM* Inflammation of the liver is a manifestation of which of the following conditions? | Hepatitis A |
| *ON EXAM* A pharmacy technician should identify that which of the following information is true regarding HIV? | The virus is transmitted through body fluids such as blood and semen |
| Which of the following antibiotic medications is in the macrolide medication class? | Azithromycin (Zithromax) |
| Which of the following categories of medications are often used after an organ transplant to reduce the risk of organ rejection? | Immunosuppressants |
| Which of the following terms describes the movement of a medication, nutrient, or water from the intestines into the bloodstream? | Absorption |
| Which of the following enzymes is responsible for the formation of prostaglandins? | Cyclooxygenase |
| Which of the following is secreted by chief cells to aid in digestion of protein? | Pepsinogen |
| Which of the following gastrointestinal organs is responsible for absorbing nutrients into the blood? | Small intestine |
| Which of the following classes of medications work wiht parietal cells to decrease the production of stomach acid? | Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI) |
| Cirrhosis affects which of the following organs? | Liver |
| Heartburn and the contents of the stomach being pushed into the throat are common manifestations of which of the following conditions? | GERD |
| Which of the following categories of medications is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? | Antacids |
| A patient is taking omeprazole (Prilosec) for a peptic ulcer is advised to take ibuprofen (Advil) for pain. Which of the following instructions should accompany the medications? | Take ibuprofen with meals or concurrently with omeprazole |
| Which of the following terms describes contractions of the smooth muscle in the gastrointestinal tracts that propel or move food down with the tract? | Peristalsis |
| Which of the following medications is used to treat conditions that cause an excessive amount of water to be retained in the body? | Furosemide (Lasix) |
| Which of the following is a conditions in which the kidney is unable to filter blood properly? | Chronic renal failure |
| Which of the following organs stores the body's urine? | Bladder |
| Which of the following medications is a potassium-sparing diuretic? | Spironolactone (Aldoactone) |
| Which of the following is the hormone that is responsible for reabsorbing water in the distal convulated tubule? | Aldosterone |
| Which of the following conditions of the urinary system is described as a loss of control of urination? | Urinary incontinence |
| Difficulty urinating, extreme pain, and blood in the urine are manifestations of which of the following conditions? | Kidney stones |
| An increased urge to urinate and a burning sensation during urination and manifestations of which of the following conditions? | Cystitis |
| Difficulty urinating is a manifestation of which of the following conditions? | Benign prostatic hyperplasia |
| Which of the following medications works in the distal convoluted tubule of the kidney? | Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) |
| Which of the following conditions is characterized by inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior? | ADHD |
| Which of the following conditions is described as psychotic disorder characterized by separation from reality, usually accompanied by abnormal behavior, illogical thinking, and hallucinations? | Schizophrenia |
| Which of the following categories of medications is designed to prevent seizures? | Anticonvulsants |
| Which of the following is a hormonal neurotransmitter that is involved in such functions as attention, memory, and emotional arousal? | Dopamine |
| Which of the following tests graph the electrical activity of the brain? | Electroencephalography |
| High serotonin levels can lead to a diagnosis of which of the following conditions? | Autism |
| A patient is picking up their prescription for phenelzine (Nardil). This medication works by which of the following mechanisms? | Inhibiting monoamine oxidase from breaking down monoamines |
| A pharmacy technician should recognize that which of the following medications is used to treat insomnia? | Zaleplon (Sonata) |
| Which of the following medications makes the brain perceive that not enough norepinephrine and serotonin have been released? | Mirtazapine (Remeron) |
| Which of the following conditions is described as a progressive, degenerative central nervous system disorder characterized by constant muscle spasms and shakiness? | Parkinson's disease |
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