Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Quiz

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Which of the following is true about Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)?

  • They have a low protein binding capacity
  • They are contained only in prescription combination drugs
  • They are among the top 25 substances associated with the largest number of fatalities (correct)
  • They are not commonly used and prescribed medications

What is the estimated prescription rate for NSAIDs in patients with rheumatologic diseases?

  • One in four
  • One in three
  • One in ten
  • One in seven (correct)

Which statement is true regarding the distribution of most NSAIDs in the body?

  • They obtain synovial fluid concentrations equal to or less than their plasma concentration
  • They achieve synovial fluid concentrations equal to or greater than their plasma concentrations (correct)
  • They have a small volume of distribution
  • They do not penetrate inflamed joints

What is the typical bioavailability of most NSAIDs?

<p>Above 80% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of protein binding do most NSAIDs have?

<p>Between 95% and 99% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of drugs are Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) considered to be?

<p>Prescription and nonprescription drugs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is the most common adverse effect of NSAID use?

<p>Gastrointestinal toxicity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which NSAID shows a trend toward minimal cardiovascular risk?

<p>Naproxen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the plasma elimination half-life range for piroxicam during therapeutic dosing?

<p>50 to 60 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which NSAID undergoes extensive first-pass metabolism with an oral bioavailability of about 50%?

<p>Diclofenac (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main route of excretion for most NSAIDs?

<p>Renal excretion of metabolites (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which NSAID is excreted 10% to 20% unchanged in the urine?

<p>Ketorolac (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the plasma protein binding of naproxen becomes saturated?

<p>The free drug concentration increases more rapidly than the total drug concentration. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of overdoses of oral ibuprofen on its elimination half-life?

<p>It does not appear to prolong its elimination half-life. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the rare moderate and severe findings in NSAID overdose?

<p>Coma, seizures, metabolic acidosis, rhabdomyolysis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial manifestation of symptoms after ingesting nonselective NSAIDs?

<p>Gastrointestinal symptoms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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