Pharmacy II Final

1.

1 point

Which of the following drugs should you administer for an overactive bladder?

Tolterodine (Detrol)

Amicillin (Principen)

Hydrochlorothazide (Hydrodiuril)

Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin)

2.

1 point

Which of the following nonprescription medications has a greater risk of overdose?

Aspirin

Motrin

Advil

Tylenol

3.

1 point

Which of the following pediatric instructions should you give a child's parents for the management of dehydration?

Offer a clear liquid diet including fruit juices and gelatin

Avoid solutions such as Pedialyte

Avoid beverages containing caffeine

Encourage chicken and beef broth

4.

1 point

You should administer which of the following drugs in the treatment of Glaucoma?

Tobramycin (Tobrex)

Atropine Sulfate (Isopto Atropine)

Permirolast potassium (Alamast)

Acetazolamide (Diamox)

5.

1 point

For an individual to purchase a product containing pseudoephedrine or ephedrine, which of the following criteria must be met?

Be at least 25 years of age

Purchase at least 9 grams at one time

Have a doctors order

Show a valid drivers license or legal document

6.

1 point

Which drug of the following is the treatment of choice for syphilis?

Azithromycin (Zithromax)

Parenteral penicillin

Stavudine (Zerit)

Ceftriaxone (Rocephin)

7.

1 point

Which drug is the treatment of choice for syphilis?

Parenteral penicillin

Ceftraxone (Rocephin)

Stavudine (Zerit)

Azithromycin (Zithromax)

8.

1 point

You should moniter a patient taking cefadroxil (Duricef) for which side effects?

Headache, orange discoloration of urine

Nausea, diarrhea, dyspepsia

Rash, itching, dyspnea

Weakness, dizziness, hypotension

9.

1 point

When taking a medication history, you learn that the patient is taking sulfasalazine (Azulfidine). On the basis of your knowledge of medications, you know that this drug is the primary drug used to treat what condition?

Chrohn's Disease

Diverticulosis

Ulcerative Colitis

Pancreatitis

10.

1 point

Which of the following should you include in the education given to a patient receiving hormone replacement?

Follow a low sodium diet

Smoke in moderation

Have a mammogram every 5 years during therapy

Report bleeding when stopping hormone therapy replacement

11.

1 point

Which instruction is important to tell a patient taking Psyllium (Metamucil)?

Avoid high fiber foods

Take with a small amount of food

Take mixed in an 8 oz glass of water followed by another glass of liquid

Avoid antacids

12.

1 point

How long does it take for Humalog insulin to start working in the body?

1 hour

15 minutes

4 hours

30 minutes

13.

1 point

Administer whi8ch of the following prescribed antilipemics to a patient with hypercholesterolemia?

Simvastatin (Zocor)

Triamterene (Dyrenium)

Clopidogrel (Plavix)

Warfarin sodium (Coumadin)

14.

1 point

Which of the following are the major side effects of antiparkinsonian drugs?

Somnolence, tremor, amnesia

Diarrhea, abdominal cramping, hypertension

Dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision

Urinary frequency, bladder spasms, ataxia

15.

1 point

Which of the following drugs should you administer to a patient who has poison ivy?

Salicylic acid

Calamine and diphenhydramine (Caladryl) lotion

Mafenide acetate (Sulfamylon)

Debrisan paste

16.

1 point

Which of the following instructions should you give at a patient who is taking antacids?

Magnesium based antacids cause constipation

If the antacid isn't working as prescribed ,it is safe to take an extra dose

Chew a chewable tablet thoroughly

Take a calcium carbonate antacid with a glass of mild

17.

1 point

Which of the following directions should you follow when administering insulin?

Shake the Vial of insulin to make sure it is mixed

Massage the site after the insulin is administered

Use an insulin syringe to draw up the Insulin

Keep the insulin in the refrigerator

18.

1 point

Which of the following over the counter drugs for the skin should you use to treat dry skin?

Keri and Corn Huskers

Calamine and Ziradryl

Desitin and Baby Magic

Tegrin and Zetar

19.

1 point

Which of the following drugs are often abused?

Anesthetic Drugs

anticonvulsants

Antiparkinsonian drugs

Narcotic analgesics

20.

1 point

You should monitor a patient taking sildenafil citrate (Viagra) for which of the following side effects?

Hypotension, depression, confusion

Fluid retention, abdominal discomfort, urinary retention

Bradycardia, constipation, peripheral neuropathy

Headache, nasal congestion, hypertension

21.

1 point

Which of the following are side effects of chlorpheniramine maleate (Chlor-Trimeton)?

Difficulty breathing, hypotension, palpitations

Stinging of the nasal mucosa, lightheadedness, headache

Diarrhea, anorexia, vomiting

Drowsiness, sedation, dry mouth

22.

1 point

A patient asks you how teriparatide (Forteo) works. What is the best response?

It rebuilds bone

It is used for hypercalcemia

It prevents osteoporosis

It inhibits calcium uptake

23.

1 point

Monitor a patient taking aspirin for which of the following side effects?

Pruritus, rash, stomatitis

Tinnitus, visual disturbances, urinary retention

Indigestion, gastrointestinal bleeding, headache

Tachycardia, fatigue, constipation

24.

1 point

Which of the following instructions should you give a patient receiving a uricosuric drug?

Avoid High purine diet

Avoid laying down after taking a dose

Restrict fluids

Increase physical activity

25.

1 point

Which of the following medications is used for refraction during an eye exam?

Triethanolamine polypeptide oleate-condensate (Cerumenex)

Atropine Sulfate (Isopto Atropine)

Tobramycin (Tobrex)

Betaxolol (Betoptic)

26.

1 point

As a member of the healthcare team, you should be a strong advocate of safe sun practices. You should instruct the patient to follow which of the following?

Use a sunscreen with SPF of 10

Avoid wearing a hat

Avoid being out in the sun between 10 AM and 2 PM standard time

Limit fluids to caffeine-containing beverages

27.

1 point

Which of the flowing should you include in the care of a client to prevent hearing loss?

Avoid getting childhood and adult immunizations

Discontinue the antibiotic when feeling better

Avoid putting objects in the ear

Listen to loud music only once daily

28.

1 point

What is the patient education that you should provide about caffeine?

Nervousness, irritability, or headache may occur

Drink only caffeine beverages before bedtime

Chocolate, cocoa, and soft drinks are beverages that do not contain caffeine

Limit caffeine if breastfeeding

29.

1 point

Monitor a patient taking propantheline bromide (Pro-banthine) for which of the following side effects?

Diarrhea, flatulence, nausea

Dry mouth, urinary retention, decreased sweating

orthostatic hypotension, bradycardia, dyspnea

Abdominal distention, burning sensation in the rectum, vomiting

30.

1 point

A patient ask what the white blood cells do. You know that the most appropriate answer the healthcare team member should provide is which of the following?

Carry Oxygen

Play a critical role in clotting

Play a role in Immunity

Eliminate waste from the body

31.

1 point

A patient with a nicotine dependency experiences which of the following side effects after prolonged smoking?

Difficulty concentrating and gastrointestinal upset

Runny nose and sneezing

Productive cough and hemoptysis

Constipation and abdominal pain

32.

1 point

Patients with which two conditions should used celecoxib (Celebrex) with caution?

Peptic ulcer disease and cardiovascular disease

Urinary retention and constipation

Gout and osteoporosis

Rheumatoid arthritis and muscle pain

33.

1 point

Which of the following should you include in the patient instructions for preventing urinary tract infections?

Females should wipe from back to front when going to the bathroom

Wear synthetic undergarments

Avoid bath salts, oils, and vaginal sprays

Drink 3 to 4 glasses of water per day

34.

1 point

Which of the following instructions should be provided to a patient taking nitrates?

Take a dose 30 minutes before an activity known to cause and attack

Report headache, dry mouth, and blurred vision to the physician

Use alcoholic beverages in moderation

Avoid high fiber foods

35.

1 point

Which of the following are side effects of Glyburide (DiaBeta)?

Headache, palpitations

GI upset, diarrhea or constipation

Euphoria, insomnia

Delayed wound healing and muscle weakness

36.

1 point

A patient asks if psoriasis is curable. You know that the most appropriate answer is which of the following?

There is no cure"

"It is sometimes curable"

"It may take a long time to cure"

"A cure may be possible if appropriate treatment is followed"

37.

1 point

Which of the following is true?

Sedatives produce sleep

Benzodiazepines do not cause a generalized central nervous system depressant effect

Hypnotics produce a calming effect and decrease neverousness and excitability

Antianxiety drugs are also known as major tranquilizers

38.

1 point

Which of the following instructions must be told to a patient taking Beano?

Take with food

Use a straw to drink liquids

Avoid gas forming foods

take extra doses if the diarrhea does not stop

39.

1 point

When a patient is taking levothyroxine sodium (Synthroid), which of the following side effects should you monitor for?

Weight gain, moon face, muscle weakness

Palpitations, weight loss, tachycarida

Nausea, vomiting ,dizziness

Tremor, abdominal cramps, drowsiness

40.

1 point

Which of the following oral contraceptives are monophasic pills?

Necon 10/11, Othro- Novum 10/11

Alesse, Lo/Ovral

Triphasil, Tri-Norinyl

Cyclessa, Ortho- Novum 7/7/7

41.

1 point

After administering trimeprazine tartrate (Temaril) to a patient for urticarial, you should instruct the patient to watch for what adverse rations?

Drowsiness, anorexia, dry mouth

Irritation, burning, redness

Fever, swelling, stinging

Pain, bleeding, rash

42.

1 point

What controlled substances increase the risk of toxicity to the CNS?

III

IV

II

I

43.

1 point

For a patient with edema, which diuretic should you administer to conserve potassium and sodium?

Hydrochlorotiazide (Hydrodiuril)

Triamterene (Dyrenium)

Furosemide (Lasix)

Chlorthalidone (Hygroton)

44.

1 point

A patient is taking Chloramphenicol (Chloromycetin Otic) most likely complains of which of the following adverse reactions?

Photophobia and tearing

Weakness and Joint Pain

Ear itching and irritation

Urinary frequency and constipation

45.

1 point

A client taking Furosemide (Lasix) is at risk for which of the following electrolyte abnormalities?

Hypernatremia

Hypokalemia

Hypercholesterolemia

Hyperchloremia

46.

1 point

A patient asks you why prednisone (Deltasone) has been prescribed. What is the most appropriate answer to give the patient?

Regulate the blood sugar

Suppress inflammation

Replace the deficient hormone

Regulate growth

47.

1 point

You assess a patient who hyperventilates when breathing as experiencing which of the following conditions?

Dyspnea

Apnea

Orthopnea

Hyperpnea

48.

1 point

The FDA has made Plan B available over the counter to women of what age?

17 years of age

18 years of age

No specific age criteria

21 years of age

49.

1 point

What are three symptoms that you should report immediately to prevent hearing loss?

Diarrhea, thirst, abdominal pain

Headache, hypotension, bradycardia

Anorexia, taste loss, dry mouth

Vertigo, nausea and vomiting, spinning of the head

50.

1 point

Monitor a patient taking carisoprodol (Soma) for which of the following side effects?

Fatigue, lethargy, sedation

Heartburn, headache, tinnitus

Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

Rash, dizziness, weight gain