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What is the main purpose of diuretics?
What is the main purpose of diuretics?
- Lower cholesterol levels
- Reduce fluid retention (correct)
- Increase fluid retention
- Raise blood pressure
Which type of drug works to prevent blood clots from forming?
Which type of drug works to prevent blood clots from forming?
- Diuretics
- Anticoagulants
- Statins
- Antiplatelets (correct)
Where are sublingual drugs administered?
Where are sublingual drugs administered?
- Under the skin
- Under the tongue (correct)
- Inhaling through the nose
- Intravenous injection
Which type of drugs are used to control seizures?
Which type of drugs are used to control seizures?
What is the role of statins in the body?
What is the role of statins in the body?
What is the purpose of antianxiety drugs?
What is the purpose of antianxiety drugs?
In dentistry, what could an analgesic be used for?
In dentistry, what could an analgesic be used for?
Which drug is used to treat diarrhea?
Which drug is used to treat diarrhea?
Which group of drugs helps in reducing blood clot formation but through a different mechanism than anticoagulants?
Which group of drugs helps in reducing blood clot formation but through a different mechanism than anticoagulants?
What do gastrointestinal drugs for acid reflux disease do?
What do gastrointestinal drugs for acid reflux disease do?
Which drug is used to treat muscular weakness?
Which drug is used to treat muscular weakness?
What is the purpose of antimanic/bipolar disorder drugs?
What is the purpose of antimanic/bipolar disorder drugs?
Which type of drug 'lengthens the time for blood to clot to prevent stroke'?
Which type of drug 'lengthens the time for blood to clot to prevent stroke'?
What do calcium channel blockers help in the treatment of?
What do calcium channel blockers help in the treatment of?
Which drug stimulates the heart to beat more forcefully?
Which drug stimulates the heart to beat more forcefully?
What is the primary function of beta blockers?
What is the primary function of beta blockers?
What is the purpose of vasodilators in cardiovascular treatment?
What is the purpose of vasodilators in cardiovascular treatment?
Which class of respiratory drugs stabilizes mast cells that release inflammatory cells?
Which class of respiratory drugs stabilizes mast cells that release inflammatory cells?
What is the primary definition of pharmacology?
What is the primary definition of pharmacology?
Which is NOT a source of drugs?
Which is NOT a source of drugs?
What type of identification is a brand name?
What type of identification is a brand name?
Which schedule of drugs has the highest potential for abuse and no medical usefulness?
Which schedule of drugs has the highest potential for abuse and no medical usefulness?
What does a prescription need to include according to the text?
What does a prescription need to include according to the text?
Which statement is true regarding dispensing of medicines by dental assistants?
Which statement is true regarding dispensing of medicines by dental assistants?
What must be done to obtain controlled substances according to telephone guidelines for dental assistants?
What must be done to obtain controlled substances according to telephone guidelines for dental assistants?
What does Schedule V classify drugs as?
What does Schedule V classify drugs as?
What differentiates generic name from brand name for medicines?
What differentiates generic name from brand name for medicines?
What is the main function of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Tylenol, Advil, and Aspirin in managing chronic oral-facial pain?
What is the main function of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Tylenol, Advil, and Aspirin in managing chronic oral-facial pain?
Which type of antibiotics can either kill bacteria or slow down their growth?
Which type of antibiotics can either kill bacteria or slow down their growth?
Which antibiotic is derived from a number of penicillium molds and found in breads and fruits?
Which antibiotic is derived from a number of penicillium molds and found in breads and fruits?
What is the most common side effect associated with the use of Naproxen (ALEVE)?
What is the most common side effect associated with the use of Naproxen (ALEVE)?
Which antibiotic should not be used during pregnancy due to its effects on the baby's teeth?
Which antibiotic should not be used during pregnancy due to its effects on the baby's teeth?
In dentistry, what is the main purpose of using Chlorhexidine?
In dentistry, what is the main purpose of using Chlorhexidine?
When should antibiotic prophylaxis be considered for a patient in dentistry?
When should antibiotic prophylaxis be considered for a patient in dentistry?
Which antifungal medication is commonly used to treat candidiasis in dentistry?
Which antifungal medication is commonly used to treat candidiasis in dentistry?
What is the most common antiviral prescription medication used in dentistry for viral infections?
What is the most common antiviral prescription medication used in dentistry for viral infections?
Which class of drugs are commonly used for pain management during dental appointments for patients with fear and anxiety?
Which class of drugs are commonly used for pain management during dental appointments for patients with fear and anxiety?
