Practice Questions Pharm4

Question 1

Benzodiazepines potentiate which neurotransmitter?
A. Acetylcholine
B. GABA
C. Norepinephrine
D.Serotonin

Answer 1

GABA

Question 2

Alprazolam is contraindicated in clients with?
A.glaucoma
B. Congestive heart failure
C. Diabetes
D. Hypertension

Answer 2

Glaucoma

Question 3

Which of the following drugs is a schedule IV control substances?
A. hydroxyzine
B. Doxepin
C. Buspirone
D. Chlordiazepoxide

Answer 3

D. Chlordiazepoxide

Question 4

Which of the following is a sign of drug withdrawal and not an adverse reaction?
A. Dizziness
B. Metallic taste
C. Constipation
D. Sedation

Answer 4

Metallic taste

Question 5

The benzodiazepines are pregnancy category?
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D

Answer 5

D. D

Question 6

Anti anxiety medication are used cautiously in older adults because?
A. Inability to absorb the drugs because of decreased acid production
B. Drug not being distributed as well because of poor circulation
C. Liver metabolizing the drug faster, making it ineffective
D. Reduce elimination making it build up in the circulation

Answer 6

D. Reduce elimination making it build up in the circulation