Exam 106

Question 1

Which of the following is not a proper treatment for UTIs?

Answer 1

zyloprim for gonorrheal infections

Question 2

What is a possible side effect of all diuretics?

Answer 2

hypotension

Question 3

A commonly prescribed thiazide diuretic is:

Answer 3

microzide

Question 4

Estrogen is taken by women to:

Answer 4

relieve symptoms of menopause, treat hypogonadism, increase the possibility of conception

Question 5

Which of the following alpha-blocker(s) target(s) prostate tissue and is(are) not used for hypertension

Answer 5

flomax

Question 6

To purchase Plan B without a prescription, a person must be at least ____ years of age.

Answer 6

17

Question 7

Which of the following hormones cause(s) weight gain, cramping, swelling, acne, and anxiety in women during the last 2 weeks of the menstrual cycle?

Answer 7

progesterone

Question 8

Clomid is used for:

Answer 8

infertility

Question 9

Which of the following is(are) autoimmune disorders?

Answer 9

systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis (RA)

Question 10

Propylthiouracil is used:

Answer 10

to decrease thyroid production in graves disease

Question 11

Belimumab (Benlysta) for SLE is available:

Answer 11

intravenously (IV), topically, orally

Question 12

Attenuated, in reference to vaccines, means:

Answer 12

weakened

Question 13

What happens when a vaccine requiring storage between 2° and 8° C is frozen?

Answer 13

the vaccine may be ineffective and should not be administered

Question 14

Which type of health care provider cannot prescribe any type of medication?

Answer 14

optician

Question 15

Ketoprofen and flurbiprofen are ophthalmic:

Answer 15

nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

Question 16

Which medication is the primary ophthalmic antifungal agent?

Answer 16

natamycin

Question 17

Which medication can permanently change the color of the eye, thicken and darken the lashes, and darken the eyelids?

Answer 17

xalatan and lumigan

Question 18

Which of the following is not a loop diuretic?

Answer 18

spironolactone (aldactone)

Question 19

Hyperphosphatemia, a major issue with renal failure, can be treated with:

Answer 19

calcium acelate (PhosLo), sevelamer (Renagel), Tums

Question 20

What is an unusual side effect of phenazopyridine (Pyridium)?

Answer 20

orange or reddish urine

Question 21

Female hormones can be used:

Answer 21

to treat infertility, as contraceptives, to treat hypogonadism

Question 22

5-Alpha reductase inhibitors are used in the treatment of:

Answer 22

BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia)

Question 23

What is the major drug interaction between phosphodiesterase inhibitors such as sildenafil (Viagra) and nitrates?

Answer 23

severe hypotension

Question 24

The ED medication available as an intracavernous injection and a urethral suppository is:

Answer 24

alprostadil

Question 25

Oral contraceptives have a high incidence of side effects including:

Answer 25

menstrual abnormailities, deep venous thrombosis (DVT), nausea & vomitting

Question 26

Methotrexate (Rheumatrex) for RA can be orally administered:

Answer 26

every 12 hours for three doses once weekly

Question 27

Zostavax is indicated for the prevention of:

Answer 27

shingles

Question 28

Where in the pharmacy would latanoprost (Xalatan) be found?

Answer 28

in the refrigerator

Question 29

The otic analgesic solution Auralgan is:

Answer 29

antipyrine/benzocaine

Question 30

Medications for earwax removal include:

Answer 30

debrox and ceruminex

Question 31

Similarities among Zantac, Prilosec, and Prevacid include:

Answer 31

being available in OTC and prescription formulations

Question 32

What is the proper storage of vaccines and antitoxins/antivenins?

Answer 32

usually stored refrigerated between 36 to 46 degrees fahrenheit

Question 33

A patient asked for a refill on his DVT med. Which of the following would your refill?

Answer 33

enoxaparin

Question 34

A patient is looking for a decongestant. He says he has a dry cough. What would be the best step to take next?

Answer 34

you refer him to your pharmacist for advice

Question 35

What drug would interact with food rich in vitamin K?

Answer 35

coumadin (warfarin)

Question 36

Which of the following medications are Category X drugs?

Answer 36

isotretinoin

Question 37

Diflucan (Fluconazole) is prescribed for the treatment of ______

Answer 37

fungus

Question 38

Aminoglycosides can cause _________ and ____________

Answer 38

ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity

Question 39

Mr. Flores gives you a prescription for cephalexin. He mentions that he is allergic to amoxicillin. What should you do?

Answer 39

alert the pharmacist of a possible corss-sensitivity