Volume III - Med Admin & Pharm (URE)

Question 1

Insulin may potentiate a hypoglycemic effect when taken concomitantly with

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alcohol or salicylates

Question 2

What are the actions of sulfonylurea medications?

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Increase the insulin production of the pancreas and better peripheral insulin activity

Question 3

What type of medication has a cleansing action that produces watery evacuation of intestinal content?

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Cathartics

Question 4

The most serious complication of thrombolytic therapy is

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bleeding

Question 5

Out of the several names given each medication, which of these drug names is given by the manufacturer?

Answer 5

Trade name

Question 6

A major contributor of young children developing type II diabetes is

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increased obesity

Question 7

What is a potential side effect when antacids are taken concurrently with coumarin derivatives?

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Increase bleeding time

Question 8

When a pt is receiving penicillin for the tx of severe strep throat, what further pt-education is appropriate if the pt is also taking oral contraceptives for birth control?

Answer 8

Use a backup method of birth control while taking the penicillin

Question 9

While undergoing heparin tx, Mr. Johnson’s diet should be monitored closely for foods rich in vitamin

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K

Question 10

Calcium channel blockers should not be taken with

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grapefruit juice

Question 11

LtCol McNamara ordered a single dose of Phenergan 12.5 mg, to be administered IM to A1C Jones for nausea and vomiting. The Phenergan is supplied in 50 mg/2mL pre-filled syringes. How many mLs would you administer?

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.50

Question 12

Which viral disease do mosquitoes transmit?

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Yellow Fever

Question 13

Name the parts of a needle

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Hub, shaft, bevel

Question 14

ACE Inhibitors lower blood pressure by

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decreasing vasoconstriction

Question 15

The process by which a drug is transported from the site of entry to the circulatory system is known as

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absorption

Question 16

Non-opioid analgesics are available

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over the counter

Question 17

The drug of choice when treating PVCs associated with an MI is

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Lidocaine

Question 18

Antipsychotic medications are categorized as

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major tranquilizers

Question 19

What is the primary side effect of central-acting alpha-adrenergic inhibitors?

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Sodium and water retention

Question 20

Cathartics are categorized as

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Laxatives

Question 21

Before administering any medication, you are responsible for all of the following except

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for ensuring the patient is available for work the next day

Question 22

The method of parenteral medication administration that involves injecting a drug into a muscle is

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IM

Question 23

When administering a vaginal douche, how high above the patient’s vagina do you hang the bag?

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12-18 inches

Question 24

To administer ear drops in a patient under three years of age you gently pull the earlobe

Answer 24

down to straighten the canal

Question 25

Which statement is a disadvantage of inhalation medication?

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Monitoring the precise amount of drug administration is difficult

Question 26

How many pounds are equal to 65kg?

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143

Question 27

Which statement is true regarding how ambient temperature can affect drug action?

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Warmer temperatures increase circulation and cause rapid drug action

Question 28

Opioid antagonists are used in the treatment of

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Opioid overdose

Question 29

Aminoglycosides are used for

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short term treatment

Question 30

Drug administration is controlled primarily by

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Federal law

Question 31

Mr. Johnson has undergone a hip replacement and is receiving heparin tx. Mr. Johnson's daughter has received education from the nurse at the hospital regarding the heparin tx. What pt education instructions would Mr. Johnson's daughter receive in regards to the site of the heparin injection?

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Do not aspirate

Question 32

Pts who are allergic to penicillin are also likely to be allergic to

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cephalosporins

Question 33

Narcotics, such as codeine, cocaine, and amphetamines, which have a high potential for abuse, but have acceptable medical uses are classified as

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Schedule II

Question 34

A specialist who can guide a provider in prescribing drugs is best described as a

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Clinical Pharmacist

Question 35

When ACE inhibitors are taken in conjunction with diuretics or vasodilators, what effect is produced?

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Potentiate hypotension

Question 36

Vaginal suppositories are

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administered to combat infection

Question 37

Among the endocrine medications, what drug action category do adrenal corticosteroids fall within?

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Supportive

Question 38

When should Dramamine be taken when orally administered?

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30 mins before expected motion

Question 39

Which endocrine therapy drugs are used to prevent organ transplant rejection?

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Corticosteroids

Question 40

A finely ground drug that can be used internally or used externally describes a type of medication preparation called a

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powder

Question 41

When administering eye medications, ensure the patient's treated eye is lower than the other in order to

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prevent the solution from running into the patient's unaffected eye

Question 42

Dr. Young has ordered Mrs. Green to receive 5 mg/kg of Ancef twice a day. Mrs. Green weighs 65 kg. The medication Ancef is supplied in vials of 50 mg/mL. How many mLs of the Ancef will be given for each dose?

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6.5

Question 43

Anti-inflammatory actions are associated with

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preventing the formation of prostaglandins

Question 44

A patient's weight is a factor in drug action due to

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body fat absorption

Question 45

Extrapyramidal side effects (EPS) common to typical phenothiazines antipsychotic medications is a result of

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blocking dopamine receptors

Question 46

Which statement is true regarding the role of a medical service technician in medication administration?

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Technicians are permitted to administer medications under the supervision of a nurse or physician

Question 47

What antidote is administered for serious bleeding complications while under coumarin (Coumadin) therapy?

Answer 47

Vitamin K

Question 48

Penicillin administered to treat an infection is an example of what category of drugs?

Answer 48

Curative

Question 49

Which vaccine should not be administered to individuals allergic to eggs or egg products?

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Influenza

Question 50

Hepatitis A is contracted through the transmission of

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contaminated food or water

Question 51

What is the most common side effect of antihypertensives?

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Postural hypotension

Question 52

Toxic side effects of digitalis include the following except

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tachycardia

Question 53

What form should be filled out when reporting a medication error?

Answer 53

AF Form 765

Question 54

To prevent contamination and accidental spills, liquid medication being transferred to inpatients are usually poured at what location?

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Patient's bedside

Question 55

Adrenergic blockers are used in low doses for patients with

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lung conditions that cause bronchospasm

Question 56

Which vaccine do all recruits receive a booster for upon entering the Air Force?

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Tetanus

Question 57

What administration method delivers medication directly into a patient's digestive system?

Answer 57

Oral

Question 58

What vaccines are given to individuals deploying to Africa?

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Yellow fever and typhoid

Question 59

Which element is not required on a medication order?

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Patient's age

Question 60

What type of medication would be prescribed for a pt with allergies to grass and tree pollen?

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Antihistamines

Question 61

How many ways can a provider initiate a drug order?

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Two

Question 62

Antacids containing aluminum or calcium carbonate have the common side effect of

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constipation

Question 63

Into what body cavity are otic medications administered?

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External auditory canal

Question 64

What do many medical treatment facilities use to avoid errors when copying a drug order?

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Computer-generated product

Question 65

If after five days of the penicillin tx the pt develops diarrhea, what advice would be appropriate?

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Add yogurt or buttermilk to her diet and monitor the number of episodes

Question 66

Which medication's primary action is pain relief?

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Analgesics, sedatives, hypnotics

Question 67

Antianxiety medications are prescribed for

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the treatment of insomnia

Question 68

As a minimum, how often should controlled temperature drug storage be monitored?

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Once per day

Question 69

Central-acting alpha-adrenergic inhibitors are usually combined with

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diuretics

Question 70

What food or drink is known for its high potential to change intestinal tract enzymes and interfere with the effectiveness of certain antibiotics, antifungals, antihistamines, and sedative-hypnotic drugs?

Answer 70

Grapefruit juice

Question 71

Which childhood disease was nearly eradicated worldwide by 1972 and in the 2000s the vaccine was reintroduced as a mobility vaccine for military personnel?

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Small Pox

Question 72

What pt-education would be appropriate for a patient who has been prescribed Tessalon Perles to help stop coughing?

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Do not chew the capsule

Question 73

Which medication acts as an absorbent and protectant to achieve a drying effect to the GI tract?

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Kaopectate

Question 74

With type I diabetes the pancreas

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is unable to produce enough insulin to control blood sugar

Question 75

Which statement is not considered one of the patient's legal and ethical rights?

Answer 75

Choose the method of administration

Question 76

What law requires a periodic inventory of all controlled substances?

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Controlled substances act

Question 77

A common side effect of sedatives and hypnotic medications is

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a depressed state of REM phase of sleep

Question 78

Which OTC CNS stimulant is frequently taken in prolonged high doses producing habituation and psychological dependence?

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Caffeine

Question 79

Why are oral medications that are taken before meals generally faster acting?

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Lower digestive system content

Question 80

Quinidine is used primarily as a prophylactic therapy to

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maintain normal rhythm after cardioversion

Question 81

What type of laxative is sorbitol

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Hyperosmotic

Question 82

Which of these is a common reference source for drugs?

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Physician Desk Reference

Question 83

What is not a side effect of tricyclics?

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pupil constriction

Question 84

Which pulse point should be checked before the administration of digitalis?

Answer 84

Apical

Question 85

Which medication can interact with quinolones to potentiate cardiac arrest?

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Theophylline

Question 86

Opioids are contraindicated with

Answer 86

head injury treatment