Question 1

_________ refers to the interaction between the drug and target cells or tissues and the body's response to that interaction?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pharmacognosy 
B)  Pharmacodynamics 
C)  Pharmacokinetics 
D)  Pharmacotherapeutics 
E)  Toxicology 
A)  Pharmacognosy 
B)  Pharmacodynamics 
C)  Pharmacokinetics 
D)  Pharmacotherapeutics 
E)  Toxicology

Question 2

The name for the study of what the body does to a drug is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  pharmacotherapeutics 
B)  pharmacodynamics 
C)  pharmacokinetics 
D)  pharmacognosy 
E)  toxicology 
A)  pharmacotherapeutics 
B)  pharmacodynamics 
C)  pharmacokinetics 
D)  pharmacognosy 
E)  toxicology

Question 3

Antitussives and antidiarrheals that contain small amounts of opioids, such as codeine, belong to which schedule of controlled substances?

Accepted Answer

A)  Schedule I 
B)  Schedule II 
C)  Schedule III 
D)  Schedule IV 
E)  Schedule V 
A)  Schedule I 
B)  Schedule II 
C)  Schedule III 
D)  Schedule IV 
E)  Schedule V

Question 4

Because of the potential for abuse, you must follow correct procedures for disposal of ________ substances.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because of the potential for abuse, you...

Question 5

Which schedule of controlled substances contains drugs that have a high potential for physical or psychological dependence, but do have therapeutic uses, for which they require prescriptions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Schedule I 
B)  Schedule II 
C)  Schedule III 
D)  Schedule IV 
E)  Schedule V 
A)  Schedule I 
B)  Schedule II 
C)  Schedule III 
D)  Schedule IV 
E)  Schedule V

Question 6

Which of the following is the action of an antiemetic?

Accepted Answer

A)  Counteracts the effects of histamine 
B)  Controls psychotic symptoms 
C)  Prevents or relieves nausea and vomiting 
D)  Inhibits the growth of microorganisms 
E)  Induces defecation 
A)  Counteracts the effects of histamine 
B)  Controls psychotic symptoms 
C)  Prevents or relieves nausea and vomiting 
D)  Inhibits the growth of microorganisms 
E)  Induces defecation

Question 7

An immunization that is made from the toxin of an organism, rather than the organism itself, is called a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An immunization that is made from the...

Question 8

The trade name of a drug is also known as the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  chemical name 
B)  brand or proprietary name 
C)  generic name 
D)  international nonproprietary name 
A)  chemical name 
B)  brand or proprietary name 
C)  generic name 
D)  international nonproprietary name

Question 9

The action of an analgesic is to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  relieve mild to severe pain 
B)  relieve diarrhea 
C)  reduce inflammation 
D)  relax skeletal muscles 
E)  relieve allergy symptoms 
A)  relieve mild to severe pain 
B)  relieve diarrhea 
C)  reduce inflammation 
D)  relax skeletal muscles 
E)  relieve allergy symptoms

Question 10

The study of how drugs are used to treat disease is ________.

Accepted Answer

pharmacoth

Question 11

Information about conditions that require adjustments in dosage or reasons to discontinue the drug are found in the _________ section of the package insert.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Information about conditions that require adjustments in...

Question 12

A complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapy that uses various postures to exercise the spine and stimulate the lymphatic system is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapy...

Question 13

Which drug name is selected by its manufacturer, is protected by copyright, and is the property of the manufacturer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Trade name 
B)  Generic name 
C)  Chemical name 
D)  Nonproprietary name 
E)  International nonproprietary name 
A)  Trade name 
B)  Generic name 
C)  Chemical name 
D)  Nonproprietary name 
E)  International nonproprietary name

Question 14

Serena is a 26-year-old patient who has been suffering migraine headaches so severe that she has had to miss a substantial amount of work lately. Missing work has increased her stress level, which makes the migraines occur even more frequently. She explains that she would rather suffer the pain than take medication for the migraines, because the medications make her groggy and really do not do much for the pain anyway. Which of the following nonpharmacologic pain management techniques might Serena consider?

Accepted Answer

A)  Massage therapy 
B)  Chiropractic adjustment 
C)  Yoga 
D)  Hypnotism 
E)  Glucosamine chondroitin 
A)  Massage therapy 
B)  Chiropractic adjustment 
C)  Yoga 
D)  Hypnotism 
E)  Glucosamine chondroitin

Question 15

A(n) ________ drug is one that can only be used by order of a licensed practitioner and must be dispensed by a licensed healthcare professional.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ drug is one that can...

Question 16

When a prescription is entered electronically and transmitted directly to a pharmacy, it is called ____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When a prescription is entered electronically and...

Question 17

Examples of drugs that belong to the drug category of cathartics are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Benadryl and Claritin 
B)  Dulcolax and Milk of Magnesia 
C)  Mellaril and Haldol 
D)  Decadron, Deltasone, and Naprosyn 
E)  Cartia XL, Prinivil, and Toprol 
A)  Benadryl and Claritin 
B)  Dulcolax and Milk of Magnesia 
C)  Mellaril and Haldol 
D)  Decadron, Deltasone, and Naprosyn 
E)  Cartia XL, Prinivil, and Toprol

Question 18

On the package insert, the conditions under which the drug is used is found in the ________ section.

Accepted Answer

The answer of On the package insert, the conditions under...

Question 19

A(n) ________ is a preparation made from microorganisms and administered to a person to produce reduced sensitivity to, or increased immunity to, an infectious disease.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ is a preparation made from...

Question 20

The ________ information component is the part of a prescription that lists the name, address, and telephone number of the person who ordered the medication.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ information component is the part...

Exam 51: Principles of Pharmacology

_________ refers to the interaction between the drug and target cells or tissues and the body's response to that interaction?

The name for the study of what the body does to a drug is called ____.

Antitussives and antidiarrheals that contain small amounts of opioids, such as codeine, belong to which schedule of controlled substances?

Because of the potential for abuse, you must follow correct procedures for disposal of ________ substances.

Which schedule of controlled substances contains drugs that have a high potential for physical or psychological dependence, but do have therapeutic uses, for which they require prescriptions?

Which of the following is the action of an antiemetic?

An immunization that is made from the toxin of an organism, rather than the organism itself, is called a(n) ________.

The trade name of a drug is also known as the ____.

The action of an analgesic is to ____.

The study of how drugs are used to treat disease is ________.

Information about conditions that require adjustments in dosage or reasons to discontinue the drug are found in the _________ section of the package insert.

A complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapy that uses various postures to exercise the spine and stimulate the lymphatic system is ________.

Which drug name is selected by its manufacturer, is protected by copyright, and is the property of the manufacturer?

A(n) ________ drug is one that can only be used by order of a licensed practitioner and must be dispensed by a licensed healthcare professional.

When a prescription is entered electronically and transmitted directly to a pharmacy, it is called ____________.

Examples of drugs that belong to the drug category of cathartics are ____.

On the package insert, the conditions under which the drug is used is found in the ________ section.

A(n) ________ is a preparation made from microorganisms and administered to a person to produce reduced sensitivity to, or increased immunity to, an infectious disease.

The ________ information component is the part of a prescription that lists the name, address, and telephone number of the person who ordered the medication.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Infection Control Fundamentals

Safety and Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Communication

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Managing Medical Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Schedule Management

Insurance Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Collections and Financial Management

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive Systems

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Infection Control Practices

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Exam

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting in Eye and Ear Care

Assisting in Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Samples

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Diagnostic Imaging

Math and Dosage Calculations

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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