Questions and Answers
What is a drug?
A drug is a medical substance that may alter or modify the functions of a living organism.
What does OTC stand for?
A ______ is a written document that gives direction for compounding, dispensing, and administering a medication to a patient.
prescription
Which of the following is NOT a medical use for drugs?
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Match the medical uses of drugs with their descriptions:
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What is the chemical name of a drug?
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Study Notes
Definition and Types of Drugs
- A drug is a medical substance that alters or modifies the functions of living organisms.
- OTC (Over The Counter) drugs can be purchased without a prescription.
- A prescription is a written directive for compounding, dispensing, and administering a medication to a patient.
Medical Uses of Drugs
- Therapeutic Use: Drugs are utilized in treating diseases or conditions, alleviating symptoms (e.g., antihistamines for allergies).
- Diagnostic Use: Certain drugs enhance radiological imaging, helping physicians identify the location of a disease.
- Curative Use: Some drugs, like antibiotics, directly eliminate the causative agents of diseases, curing the illness.
- Replacement Use: Drugs such as hormones and vitamins supplement substances typically found in the body.
- Preventive Use: Immunizing agents are employed to reduce the severity or incidence of diseases.
Chemical Naming
- The chemical name of a drug represents its formula, detailing its composition.
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of drugs, including their definitions and classifications. It examines both over-the-counter and prescription medications, as well as the five primary medical uses for drugs. Test your knowledge on how drugs alter bodily functions, their therapeutic, diagnostic, and other applications.