Question 1

Phenergan and Tigan may be given orally, rectally, or by IM injection.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Phenytoin sodium has been known to cause gingival hyperplasia and hirsutism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Drugs that are intended to cause sleep are called:

Accepted Answer

A)  hypnotics 
B)  sedatives 
C)  opioids 
D)  opiates 
A)  hypnotics 
B)  sedatives 
C)  opioids 
D)  opiates

Question 4

Match each drug with its classification.
-antiemetic

Accepted Answer

A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin 
A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin

Question 5

The usual adult dose of Demerol is:

Accepted Answer

A)  10-20 mg q4h 
B)  5 mg q4h 
C)  50-150 mg q3-4h 
D)  500 mg q3-4h 
A)  10-20 mg q4h 
B)  5 mg q4h 
C)  50-150 mg q3-4h 
D)  500 mg q3-4h

Question 6

Match each drug with its classification.
-nonnarcotic analgesic

Accepted Answer

A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin 
A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin

Question 7

The usual adult dose of morphine sulfate is:

Accepted Answer

A)  50-150 mg q3-4h 
B)  65 mg q4h 
C)  1 mg q4h 
D)  10-20 mg q4h 
A)  50-150 mg q3-4h 
B)  65 mg q4h 
C)  1 mg q4h 
D)  10-20 mg q4h

Question 8

Lidocaine HCl is a commonly used general anesthetic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A study found that those who take 105-365 acetaminophen pills per year had a ____% increased risk of kidney failure.

Accepted Answer

A)  40 
B)  50 
C)  10 
D)  100 
A)  40 
B)  50 
C)  10 
D)  100

Question 10

Pyridoxine will increase the therapeutic effect of levodopa; therefore patients should be told to purchase pyridoxine-free vitamins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Match each drug with its classification.
-narcotic analgesic

Accepted Answer

A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin 
A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin

Question 12

Which of the following drugs contains a narcotic analgesic plus acetaminophen?

Accepted Answer

A)  Darvon-N 
B)  Percodan 
C)  morphine 
D)  Demerol 
A)  Darvon-N 
B)  Percodan 
C)  morphine 
D)  Demerol

Question 13

All of the following regarding the Standards for the Relief of Acute Pain and Cancer Pain are true except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Acute pain and cancer pain are recognized and effectively treated. 
B)  Patients must communicate the presence and persistence of pain to health care staff. 
C)  Information about analgesics is not given to patients, as this may contribute to dependence. 
D)  Adherence to standards is monitored by an interdisciplinary committee. 
A)  Acute pain and cancer pain are recognized and effectively treated. 
B)  Patients must communicate the presence and persistence of pain to health care staff. 
C)  Information about analgesics is not given to patients, as this may contribute to dependence. 
D)  Adherence to standards is monitored by an interdisciplinary committee.

Question 14

The usual dose of amantadine HCl is 10-40 mg daily.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Because of diseases such as arthritis, pain is considered a normal part of the aging process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Antipsychotic agents may be prescribed for aggressive behavior in Alzheimer's patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Match each drug with its classification.
-miotic

Accepted Answer

A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin 
A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin

Question 18

Diamox is an oral diuretic that is used in the treatment of glaucoma.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Match each drug with its classification.
-cholinesterase inhibitor

Accepted Answer

A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin 
A) Dramamine 
B) Pilocar 
C) benzocaine 
D) Depakene 
E) Exelon
F)Requip
G)Ambien
H)Motrin
I)Talwin

Question 20

Avoid using Barbiturates for more than ____ days for insomnia.

Accepted Answer

A)  7 
B)  10 
C)  30 
D)  2 
A)  7 
B)  10 
C)  30 
D)  2

Exam 27: Medications That Affect the Nervous System

Phenergan and Tigan may be given orally, rectally, or by IM injection.

Phenytoin sodium has been known to cause gingival hyperplasia and hirsutism.

Drugs that are intended to cause sleep are called:

Match each drug with its classification. -antiemetic

The usual adult dose of Demerol is:

Match each drug with its classification. -nonnarcotic analgesic

The usual adult dose of morphine sulfate is:

Lidocaine HCl is a commonly used general anesthetic.

A study found that those who take 105-365 acetaminophen pills per year had a ____% increased risk of kidney failure.

Pyridoxine will increase the therapeutic effect of levodopa; therefore patients should be told to purchase pyridoxine-free vitamins.

Match each drug with its classification. -narcotic analgesic

Which of the following drugs contains a narcotic analgesic plus acetaminophen?

All of the following regarding the Standards for the Relief of Acute Pain and Cancer Pain are true except:

The usual dose of amantadine HCl is 10-40 mg daily.

Because of diseases such as arthritis, pain is considered a normal part of the aging process.

Antipsychotic agents may be prescribed for aggressive behavior in Alzheimer's patients.

Match each drug with its classification. -miotic

Diamox is an oral diuretic that is used in the treatment of glaucoma.

Match each drug with its classification. -cholinesterase inhibitor

Avoid using Barbiturates for more than ____ days for insomnia.

Numerals and Fractions

Decimal Fractions

Ratio and Proportion

The Metric System

Calculating Adult Dosages Oral and Parenteral Forms

Calculating Children S Dosages

Drug Sources Schedules and Dosages

Forms of Drugs and How They Act

The Medication Order

Medication Administration Essentials

Administration of Nonparenteral Medications

Parenteral Equipment and Supplies

Administration of Parenteral Medications

Allergy an Overview

Antibiotic Agents

Antifungal Antiviral and Immunizing Agents

Antineoplastic Agents

Vitamins Minerals and Herbals

Psychotropic Agents

Substance Abuse

Medications Used for Musculoskeletal System Disorders

Medications Used for Gastrointestinal System Disorders

Medications Used for Cardiovascular System Disorders

Medications That Affect the Respiratory System

Diuretics and Medications Used for Urinary System Disorders

Medications Used in Treatment of Endocrine Disorders

Medications That Affect the Reproductive System

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