Deck 8: Over The Counter Medications

Question 1

Activated charcoal can be used to treat an overdose of which of these drugs?

A)Penicillin
B)Aspirin
C)Viagra
D)All of the above

Answer 1

B
Activated charcoal can be used to treat an overdose of aspirin or acetaminophen.

Question 2

Which of the following is not an agent used in sore throat products?

A)Benzocaine
B)Menthol
C)Aspirin
D)Alcohol

Answer 2

C
The various agents used in sore throat products include menthol,alcohol,and topical anesthetics,such as benzocaine.

Question 3

OTC medications are able to be taken by all age groups without restriction,which is why they require no prescription.

Answer 3

False
Many OTC medications are contraindicated for specific age groups.

Question 4

Which of these products are being manufactured for use as a remedy for sore throats?

A)Cavity fillings
B)Chewing gum
C)Toothpicks
D)Braces

Question 5

Any food,drug,or product that contains any avoidable,added,poisonous,or deleterious substance is unsafe and is considered pure.

Question 6

Antacids are for short-term relief of:

A)Pain
B)Inflammation
C)Coughing
D)Heartburn

Question 7

Aspirin does not interact with other drugs.

Question 8

To rule out infection one should see a physician if a sore throat continues without relief for more than 8 hours.

Question 9

Which of the following should be avoided when using a sleep aid?

A)Milk
B)Water
C)Alcohol
D)Soda

Question 10

Sleep aids cannot be used for short-term sleeping problems.

Question 11

Babies can die of dehydration because of excess loss of what though watery stools?

A)Electrolytes
B)Milk
C)Time
D)Stomach acid

Question 12

Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs are also used as analgesics and antipyretics.

Question 13

Both Canada and ____ allow consumers to purchase certain medications without a prescription,but under the care of a pharmacist.

A)Germany
B)England
C)Russia
D)America

Question 14

Extensive research takes place before releasing a new OTC drug.

Question 15

Decongestants cannot interact with antidepressants.

Question 16

The strength of a drug is referred to by its bioavailability.

Question 17

The American Medical Association is against BTC agents,claiming patients need care from a physician.

Question 18

Antihistamines are used for all but which of the following symptoms?

A)Runny eyes
B)Hives
C)Sneezing
D)Diarrhea

Question 19

Decongestants may cause all but which of the following?

A)Insomnia
B)Headaches
C)Sleep apnea
D)High blood pressure

Question 20

Aspirin decreases the clotting ability of:

A)Platelets
B)Red blood cells
C)White blood cells
D)All of the above

Question 21

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
Antiinflammatory

Question 22

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
Analgesic

Question 23

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
Bulk forming

Question 24

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
OTC

Question 25

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
ROA

Question 26

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
Behind-the-counter

Question 27

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
Expectorant

Question 28

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
Antitussive

Question 29

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
ASA

Question 30

Match the term with the correct definition.
a.Aspirin
b.Chemical that aids in the removal of mucous secretions from the respiratory system
c.Those medications that do not require a prescription but are monitored
d.Fiber used to treat constipation or to cause a feeling of fullness to decrease appetite
e.Drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain and that promotes healing
f.Medications that do not require a prescription and may be purchased by customers at any retail outlet
g.A drug that relieves pain by reducing the perception of pain
h.A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as the skin
i.Route of administration
j.A drug that can decrease the coughing reflex
Antiseptic