Question 1

Suppositories,in general,when inserted into the lower third of the rectum:

Accepted Answer

A)  always have a fast onset of action. 
B)  avoid the hepatic first pass. 
C)  are useful for ulcerative colitis. 
D)  are for laxative use only. 
A)  always have a fast onset of action. 
B)  avoid the hepatic first pass. 
C)  are useful for ulcerative colitis. 
D)  are for laxative use only.

Question 2

There is a risk of damage to the large sciatic nerve when administering a drug by intramuscular injection into the gluteus muscle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following respiratory devices are NOT effective for use in acute exacerbation of asthma?

Accepted Answer

A)  Metered-dose inhalers 
B)  Spacer devices 
C)  Nebulisers 
D)  Dry powder inhalers 
A)  Metered-dose inhalers 
B)  Spacer devices 
C)  Nebulisers 
D)  Dry powder inhalers

Question 4

Nasal preparations are not absorbed systemically.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which is true of a linctus?

Accepted Answer

A)  It needs to be stored at or below 25°C. 
B)  It is administered without water. 
C)  It is a viscous liquid with expectorant, sedating and cough-suppressing properties. 
D)  All of the above. 
A)  It needs to be stored at or below 25°C. 
B)  It is administered without water. 
C)  It is a viscous liquid with expectorant, sedating and cough-suppressing properties. 
D)  All of the above.

Question 6

Drugs administered transdermally must be:

Accepted Answer

A)  lipophilic. 
B)  hydrophilic. 
C)  lipophobic. 
D)  amphipathic. 
A)  lipophilic. 
B)  hydrophilic. 
C)  lipophobic. 
D)  amphipathic.

Question 7

For best results when administering nystatin oral drops,you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  place it under the tongue. 
B)  hold it in the mouth for as long as possible. 
C)  swallow it straight away. 
D)  place it in the buccal cavity. 
A)  place it under the tongue. 
B)  hold it in the mouth for as long as possible. 
C)  swallow it straight away. 
D)  place it in the buccal cavity.

Question 8

Eye drops are made isotonic to:

Accepted Answer

A)  avoid pain or discomfort on application. 
B)  prevent infection. 
C)  prevent an increase in intraocular pressure. 
D)  prevent trachoma. 
A)  avoid pain or discomfort on application. 
B)  prevent infection. 
C)  prevent an increase in intraocular pressure. 
D)  prevent trachoma.

Question 9

The shelf life of a reconstituted penicillin mixture for oral use is:

Accepted Answer

A)  5 days. 
B)  7 days. 
C)  9 days. 
D)  12 days. 
A)  5 days. 
B)  7 days. 
C)  9 days. 
D)  12 days.

Question 10

Which of the following routes of drug administration is recommended for a rapid drug effect?

Accepted Answer

A)  Intradermal 
B)  Intravenous 
C)  Oral 
D)  Topical 
A)  Intradermal 
B)  Intravenous 
C)  Oral 
D)  Topical

Question 11

A drug formulated into a(n)________ will penetrate the deeper layers of the skin most effectively.

Accepted Answer

A)  lotion 
B)  gel 
C)  ointment 
D)  cream 
A)  lotion 
B)  gel 
C)  ointment 
D)  cream

Exam 6: Medicine Formulations, Storage and Routes of Administration

Suppositories,in general,when inserted into the lower third of the rectum:

There is a risk of damage to the large sciatic nerve when administering a drug by intramuscular injection into the gluteus muscle.

Which of the following respiratory devices are NOT effective for use in acute exacerbation of asthma?

Nasal preparations are not absorbed systemically.

Which is true of a linctus?

Drugs administered transdermally must be:

For best results when administering nystatin oral drops,you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

Eye drops are made isotonic to:

The shelf life of a reconstituted penicillin mixture for oral use is:

Which of the following routes of drug administration is recommended for a rapid drug effect?

A drug formulated into a(n)________ will penetrate the deeper layers of the skin most effectively.

Sociocultural Aspects

Health Professionals and the Law

Ethical Issues

the Roles and Responsibilities of Health Professionals in Medicine Adherence, Education and Advocacy

the Roles and Responsibilities of Health Professionals in Medicine Management

the Clinical Decision-making Process

Medicine Administration Strategies and Documentation

Medication Errors

Management of Common Adverse Drug Reactions

Risk Communication: Balancing the Benefits and Risks of Drug Treatment

Drug Nomenclature

Pharmacokinetics: Absorption and Distribution

Pharmacokinetics Metabolism and Excretion

Drug Interactions

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Drug Development, Evaluation and Safety

Genetic Considerations in Pharmacology

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Poisoning and Envenomation

the Management of Acute Clinical Overdose

Contemporary Drugs of Abuse

Drug Abuse in Sport

General Aspects of Neuropharmacology

Adrenergic Pharmacology

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An Introduction to Chemical Mediators

Histamine and Antihistamines

Prostaglandins and Serotonin

Nitric Oxide and the Endothelins

General concepts of Psychopharmacology

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Medicines Used to Treat Migraine

General Anaesthesia

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Medicines Used to Lower Blood Lipids

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Topic: Medicines Used to Treat Heart Failure

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Medicines for Upper Respiratory Tract Conditions

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Hyperuricaemia and Gout

Obesity and Its Treatment

Introduction to Chemotherapy

Sulfonamides and Trimethoprim

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