Deck 16: Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Selected Therapies

Question 1

A placebo may be described as a tablet or capsule:

A)that does not contain an active drug
B)containing a small amount of active drug for use in clinical trials
C)containing a different drug to be used for its psychological effect
D)containing high amounts of a drug to determine the maximum dose allowed

Answer 1

that does not contain an active drug

Question 2

Most drugs are metabolized in the ____ and excreted through the ____.

A)blood;intestines
B)lymph nodes;lungs
C)liver;kidneys
D)body cells;kidneys

Answer 2

liver;kidneys

Question 3

The full course of a prescribed antimicrobial drug should be completed so as to prevent:

A)undesirable side effects
B)development of resistant microbes
C)an allergic response
D)any recurrence of infection in the distant future

Answer 3

development of resistant microbes

Question 4

At which site are most drugs metabolized and prepared for excretion?

A)liver
B)kidneys
C)circulating blood
D)lymphoid tissue

Question 5

Which of the following are considered to be the toxic effects of a drug?

A)additional,mild,unwanted effects
B)unusual,unexpected mild effects
C)serious,possibly life-threatening effects
D)effects on developing fetal cells

Question 6

What is the reaction called when two drugs interact to produce a result much greater than the sum of individual effects?

A)antagonism
B)beneficial
C)synergism
D)potentiation

Question 7

Which of the following is trained to help individuals with swallowing problems?

A)occupational therapist
B)physiotherapist
C)dietitian/nutritionist
D)speech-language pathologist

Question 8

On a prescription,the abbreviation prn means :

A)before meals
B)by mouth
C)when needed
D)at bedtime

Question 9

A medical history should include all:
1)legally prescribed drugs
2)vitamin or mineral supplements
3)any medication not requiring a prescription (over-the-counter items)
4)herbal treatments

A)1 only
B)1,3
C)1,2,4
D)1,2,3,4

Question 10

A drug that binds with selected specific cell receptors may:
1)stimulate activity in those cells
2)inhibit activity in those cells
3)have widespread effects on body functions
4)produce many unwanted side effects

A)1,2
B)2,3
C)3,4
D)1,3,4

Question 11

A medical doctor who incorporates drugs,surgery,and manipulations of the musculoskeletal system is classified as a:

A)chiropractor
B)naturopath
C)osteopath
D)reflexologist

Question 12

What is the official name assigned to a specific drug for worldwide use?

A)trade name
B)chemical name
C)proprietary name
D)generic name

Question 13

Traditional drug or surgical therapy is incorporated with nontraditional methods by:

A)chiropractors
B)naturopaths
C)homeopaths
D)osteopaths

Question 14

What are the first priorities in the assessment of a patient in an emergency situation?

A)presence of bleeding and checking blood pressure
B)level of consciousness and respiratory function
C)to call 911 for an ambulance
D)appearance of the patient and cause of the problem

Question 15

Which is the route of administration by which the largest proportion of the drug dose is likely lost before reaching the site of action?

A)oral
B)intramuscular
C)sublingual
D)intravenous

Question 16

In traditional Asian medicine,acupoints are usually located:

A)over pain or other sensory receptors
B)where blood vessels branch
C)over joints
D)on designated meridians

Question 17

A drug is taken with a meal when it:

A)needs to be absorbed quickly
B)irritates the stomach
C)interacts with certain foods
D)is intended to delay digestion

Question 18

Ingesting a drug with a large meal would likely:

A)immediately increase the blood level of the drug
B)delay the absorption of the drug into the blood
C)ensure that the total dose is absorbed into the blood
D)cause more rapid excretion of the drug

Question 19

Antagonistic drugs may be used to:

A)increase the effectiveness of selected drugs
B)prolong the action of a drug
C)act as an antidote when necessary
D)speed up the excretion of a drug

Question 20

Which is the correct abbreviation for "three times daily"?

A)tid
B)q3h
C)qid
D)prn