Question 1

Prescription drugs are given over-the-counter (OTC) status when ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  20 years have passed since the drug was first released 
B)  they are considered safe enough for self-medication 
C)  the bioavailability of the drug is similar to that of a generic preparation 
D)  their mechanism of effective action outweighs their adverse side effects 
A)  20 years have passed since the drug was first released 
B)  they are considered safe enough for self-medication 
C)  the bioavailability of the drug is similar to that of a generic preparation 
D)  their mechanism of effective action outweighs their adverse side effects

Question 2

Betty has been prescribed an antiulcer agent. Her physician will monitor Betty's ____ for side effects.

Accepted Answer

A)  iron status 
B)  GI comfort 
C)  renal function 
D)  sodium excretion 
A)  iron status 
B)  GI comfort 
C)  renal function 
D)  sodium excretion

Question 3

The amount of lithium reabsorbed in the kidneys is similar to the amount of ____ that is reabsorbed.

Accepted Answer

A)  sodium 
B)  folate 
C)  magnesium 
D)  phosphorus 
A)  sodium 
B)  folate 
C)  magnesium 
D)  phosphorus

Question 4

Which intervention would most likely reduce the risk of adverse effects from medications?

Accepted Answer

A)  advising patients to take the drugs on a continuous schedule. 
B)  telling the patient to write down side effects after finishing the prescription. 
C)  encouraging a patient to call the physician or nurse prior to taking each dose of the medication. 
D)  obtaining a list of all prescription and over-the-counter drugs and herbal supplements the patient is taking. 
A)  advising patients to take the drugs on a continuous schedule. 
B)  telling the patient to write down side effects after finishing the prescription. 
C)  encouraging a patient to call the physician or nurse prior to taking each dose of the medication. 
D)  obtaining a list of all prescription and over-the-counter drugs and herbal supplements the patient is taking.

Question 5

Excretion of calcium and potassium may be increased by some ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  diuretics 
B)  antihistamines 
C)  antidepressants 
D)  psychotropics 
A)  diuretics 
B)  antihistamines 
C)  antidepressants 
D)  psychotropics

Question 6

Dietary and herbal supplements that can interact with warfarin metabolism include ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  ginseng 
B)  vitamin D 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  echinacea 
A)  ginseng 
B)  vitamin D 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  echinacea

Question 7

What is a prohibited term in clinical documentation and has to be spelled out?

Accepted Answer

A)  IU 
B)  mg 
C)  unit 
D)  0.1 mL 
A)  IU 
B)  mg 
C)  unit 
D)  0.1 mL

Question 8

Provide examples of drug-induced side effects that can limit food intake.

Accepted Answer

Drugs can produce side effects that impa

Question 9

What best explains why older adults are at higher risk of drug interactions with herbal supplements?

Accepted Answer

A)  Older adults are more likely to take three or more prescription medications at a time. 
B)  The bodies of older adults cannot process herbal supplements at all. 
C)  Older adults do not always understand how to buy the correct supplements for what they need. 
D)  The herbal supplements provided to older adults are more likely to have fillers and toxic agents. 
A)  Older adults are more likely to take three or more prescription medications at a time. 
B)  The bodies of older adults cannot process herbal supplements at all. 
C)  Older adults do not always understand how to buy the correct supplements for what they need. 
D)  The herbal supplements provided to older adults are more likely to have fillers and toxic agents.

Question 10

Describe a manipulative or body-based therapy. Include a discussion of its effectiveness and validity.

Accepted Answer

Massage therapy is the manipulation of m

Question 11

Mr. Ahmed has bladder cancer. His appetite, intake, and weight have declined over the past few weeks. The doctor prescribes ____ to increase his intake.

Accepted Answer

A)  methotrexate 
B)  megestrol acetate 
C)  amphetamines 
D)  liver enzymes 
A)  methotrexate 
B)  megestrol acetate 
C)  amphetamines 
D)  liver enzymes

Question 12

This situation may have been prevented by identifying Emma as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  part of a low-risk group 
B)  one who takes multiple medications 
C)  one who needs herbal products 
D)  one who should consider alternative medicine 
A)  part of a low-risk group 
B)  one who takes multiple medications 
C)  one who needs herbal products 
D)  one who should consider alternative medicine

Question 13

Which medical abbreviation can be mistaken for "every day"?

Accepted Answer

A)  TWA 
B)  TIW 
C)  TID 
D)  QOD 
A)  TWA 
B)  TIW 
C)  TID 
D)  QOD

Question 14

Components of charbroiled meats may increase the metabolism of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  tetracycline 
B)  warfarin 
C)  amphetamine 
D)  phenobarbital 
A)  tetracycline 
B)  warfarin 
C)  amphetamine 
D)  phenobarbital

Question 15

Homeopathic and naturopathic medicinal treatments are examples of "____.:

Accepted Answer

A)  mind-body interventions 
B)  manual healing methods 
C)  alternative systems of medical practice 
D)  pharmacological treatments 
A)  mind-body interventions 
B)  manual healing methods 
C)  alternative systems of medical practice 
D)  pharmacological treatments

Question 16

Altered excretion of potassium, magnesium, thiamin, and calcium are side effects associated with the use of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  narcotics 
B)  antihypertensives 
C)  diuretics 
D)  laxatives 
A)  narcotics 
B)  antihypertensives 
C)  diuretics 
D)  laxatives

Question 17

Glenn has been on corticosteroids for many years. This long-term use may cause ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  weight loss 
B)  osteoporosis 
C)  hypoglycemia 
D)  appetite suppression 
A)  weight loss 
B)  osteoporosis 
C)  hypoglycemia 
D)  appetite suppression

Question 18

Ms. Holmes is taking an MAO inhibitor. She is at the food court and needs to pick the best meal. Which food would contain the largest amount of tyramine?

Accepted Answer

A)  chocolate 
B)  scrambled eggs 
C)  hot dogs 
D)  cheddar cheese 
A)  chocolate 
B)  scrambled eggs 
C)  hot dogs 
D)  cheddar cheese

Question 19

Physicians who refer patients for complementary therapies while continuing to provide standard treatments are practicing what is known as ____ medicine.

Accepted Answer

A)  integrative 
B)  complementary 
C)  alternative 
D)  conventional 
A)  integrative 
B)  complementary 
C)  alternative 
D)  conventional

Question 20

Which type of medication would most likely cause nutrient malabsorption because of damage to the gastrointestinal tract?

Accepted Answer

A)  anticonvulsants 
B)  antineoplastics 
C)  antivirals 
D)  antihypertensives 
A)  anticonvulsants 
B)  antineoplastics 
C)  antivirals 
D)  antihypertensives

Exam 19: Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Products

Prescription drugs are given over-the-counter (OTC) status when ____.

Betty has been prescribed an antiulcer agent. Her physician will monitor Betty's ____ for side effects.

The amount of lithium reabsorbed in the kidneys is similar to the amount of ____ that is reabsorbed.

Which intervention would most likely reduce the risk of adverse effects from medications?

Excretion of calcium and potassium may be increased by some ____.

Dietary and herbal supplements that can interact with warfarin metabolism include ____.

What is a prohibited term in clinical documentation and has to be spelled out?

Provide examples of drug-induced side effects that can limit food intake.

What best explains why older adults are at higher risk of drug interactions with herbal supplements?

Describe a manipulative or body-based therapy. Include a discussion of its effectiveness and validity.

Mr. Ahmed has bladder cancer. His appetite, intake, and weight have declined over the past few weeks. The doctor prescribes ____ to increase his intake.

This situation may have been prevented by identifying Emma as ____.

Which medical abbreviation can be mistaken for "every day"?

Components of charbroiled meats may increase the metabolism of ____.

Homeopathic and naturopathic medicinal treatments are examples of "____.:

Altered excretion of potassium, magnesium, thiamin, and calcium are side effects associated with the use of ____.

Glenn has been on corticosteroids for many years. This long-term use may cause ____.

Ms. Holmes is taking an MAO inhibitor. She is at the food court and needs to pick the best meal. Which food would contain the largest amount of tyramine?

Physicians who refer patients for complementary therapies while continuing to provide standard treatments are practicing what is known as ____ medicine.

Which type of medication would most likely cause nutrient malabsorption because of damage to the gastrointestinal tract?

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fibers

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention

Enteral Nutrition Support

Parenteral Nutrition Support

Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

Liver Disease and Gallstones

Diabetes Mellitus

Cardiovascular Diseases

Kidney Diseases

Cancer and Hiv Infection

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