Question 1

The inscription of the prescription

Accepted Answer

A)  contains the patient's demographic information. 
B)  provides the pharmacist with directions on how to prepare the prescription. 
C)  is the main part of the prescription and includes the drug name, dosage form, and strength. 
D)  provides refill guidelines. 
A)  contains the patient's demographic information. 
B)  provides the pharmacist with directions on how to prepare the prescription. 
C)  is the main part of the prescription and includes the drug name, dosage form, and strength. 
D)  provides refill guidelines.

Question 2

Melatonin has been proven to help patients suffering from insomnia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Patients taking Lasix are instructed to include potassium in their diets.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

To safeguard patients from potentially negative drug interactions, it is important to

Accepted Answer

A)  record a complete list of all drugs the patient is taking at each visit. 
B)  record all OTC medications and herbal products the patient is taking. 
C)  record a complete list of all drugs on an annual basis. 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  record a complete list of all drugs the patient is taking at each visit. 
B)  record all OTC medications and herbal products the patient is taking. 
C)  record a complete list of all drugs on an annual basis. 
D)  Both A and B

Question 5

Central nervous system stimulants affect chemicals in the brain that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following drugs is classified as an antibiotic?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) 
B)  Glyburide (Micronase) 
C)  Ranitidine (Zantac) 
D)  Terfenadine (Seldane) 
E)  Triamterene-hydrochlorothiazide (Dyazide) 
A)  Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) 
B)  Glyburide (Micronase) 
C)  Ranitidine (Zantac) 
D)  Terfenadine (Seldane) 
E)  Triamterene-hydrochlorothiazide (Dyazide)

Question 7

Schedule II prescriptions can be refilled only one time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Where are most oral medications absorbed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Small intestine 
B)  Liver 
C)  Directly into the bloodstream 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Small intestine 
B)  Liver 
C)  Directly into the bloodstream 
D)  None of the above

Question 9

Cefaclor is the generic name for the antibiotic Zithromax.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following classes of medications is administered to cause loss of sensation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Analgesics 
B)  Tranquilizers 
C)  Opiates 
D)  Sedatives 
E)  Muscle relaxants 
A)  Analgesics 
B)  Tranquilizers 
C)  Opiates 
D)  Sedatives 
E)  Muscle relaxants

Question 11

Which type of absorption occurs when a nitroglycerin tablet is dissolved under the tongue to dilate coronary arteries and relieve the pain of angina pectoris?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mucous membrane 
B)  Inhalation 
C)  Topical 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  Mucous membrane 
B)  Inhalation 
C)  Topical 
D)  Both A and B

Question 12

Federal law requires that all controlled substances be

Accepted Answer

A)  kept with other drugs. 
B)  stored in a substantially constructed metal box or compartment that is equipped with a double lock. 
C)  kept separate from other drugs. 
D)  B and C 
A)  kept with other drugs. 
B)  stored in a substantially constructed metal box or compartment that is equipped with a double lock. 
C)  kept separate from other drugs. 
D)  B and C

Question 13

A(n) __________ is used for the treatment of allergic reactions.

Accepted Answer

antihistamine
An ant

Question 14

Glucophage and Precose are prescribed for the management of diabetes mellitus type 1.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Ventolin and Proventil are used to promote bronchodilation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Zyrtec is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Prescribing two antibiotics to treat tuberculosis is an example of which process?

Accepted Answer

A)  Synergism 
B)  Cumulative effect 
C)  Antagonism 
D)  Potentiation 
A)  Synergism 
B)  Cumulative effect 
C)  Antagonism 
D)  Potentiation

Question 18

Jacob Szwerinski, age 79, has been prescribed Zocor and Lopressor to control his blood cholesterol and blood pressure. What physiologic change puts Mr. Szwerinski at greater risk of drug toxicity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cirrhosis 
B)  Increased kidney function 
C)  Rapid gastric emptying 
D)  Decreased adipose tissue 
A)  Cirrhosis 
B)  Increased kidney function 
C)  Rapid gastric emptying 
D)  Decreased adipose tissue

Question 19

Which of the following does NOT apply to Schedule II (C-II) prescriptions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Must be either a written or an e-prescription 
B)  Cannot be refilled 
C)  Telephone or fax orders are permitted 
D)  May require specific types of order forms in some stores 
A)  Must be either a written or an e-prescription 
B)  Cannot be refilled 
C)  Telephone or fax orders are permitted 
D)  May require specific types of order forms in some stores

Question 20

Medications used for palliative treatment are designed to prevent the incidence of a disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 26: Principles of Pharmacology

The inscription of the prescription

Melatonin has been proven to help patients suffering from insomnia.

Patients taking Lasix are instructed to include potassium in their diets.

To safeguard patients from potentially negative drug interactions, it is important to

Central nervous system stimulants affect chemicals in the brain that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Which of the following drugs is classified as an antibiotic?

Schedule II prescriptions can be refilled only one time.

Where are most oral medications absorbed?

Cefaclor is the generic name for the antibiotic Zithromax.

Which of the following classes of medications is administered to cause loss of sensation?

Which type of absorption occurs when a nitroglycerin tablet is dissolved under the tongue to dilate coronary arteries and relieve the pain of angina pectoris?

Federal law requires that all controlled substances be

A(n) __________ is used for the treatment of allergic reactions.

Glucophage and Precose are prescribed for the management of diabetes mellitus type 1.

Ventolin and Proventil are used to promote bronchodilation.

Zyrtec is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms.

Prescribing two antibiotics to treat tuberculosis is an example of which process?

Jacob Szwerinski, age 79, has been prescribed Zocor and Lopressor to control his blood cholesterol and blood pressure. What physiologic change puts Mr. Szwerinski at greater risk of drug toxicity?

Which of the following does NOT apply to Schedule II (C-II) prescriptions?

Medications used for palliative treatment are designed to prevent the incidence of a disease.

Competency-Based Education and the Medical Assistant Student

The Medical Assistant and the Healthcare Team

Professional Behavior in the Workplace

Therapeutic Communications

Medicine and Law

Medicine and Ethics

Technology and Written Communication in the Medical Office

Telephone Techniques

Scheduling Appointments and Patient Processing

Daily Operations in the Ambulatory Care Setting

The Health Record

Basics of Diagnostic Coding

Basics of Procedural Coding

Basics of Health Insurance

Medical Billing and Reimbursement

Patient Accounts, Collections, and Practice Management

Banking Services and Procedures

Supervision and Human Resources Management

Medical Practice Marketing and Customer Service

Infection Control

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Nutrition and Health Promotion

Vital Signs

Assisting with the Primary Physical Examination

Pharmacology Math

Administering Medications

Safety and Emergency Practices

Assisting in Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology

Assisting in Dermatology

Assisting in Gastroenterology

Assisting in Urology and Male Reproduction

Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Orthopedic Medicine

Assisting in Neurology and Mental Health

Assisting in Endocrinology

Assisting in Pulmonary Medicine

Assisting in Cardiology

Assisting in Geriatrics

Principles of Electrocardiography

Assisting with Diagnostic Imaging

Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory

Assisting in the Analysis of Urine

Assisting in Blood Collection

Assisting in the Analysis of Blood

Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology

Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Surgical Asepsis and Assisting with Surgical Procedures

Career Development and Life Skills

Filters