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Which process is primarily responsible for removing waste products from the body?
Which process is primarily responsible for removing waste products from the body?
A patient with liver failure would most likely have difficulty with which part of the drug cycle?
A patient with liver failure would most likely have difficulty with which part of the drug cycle?
What is 'cumulation' in the context of medication?
What is 'cumulation' in the context of medication?
Which of the following is an example of an adverse reaction to a medication?
Which of the following is an example of an adverse reaction to a medication?
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Electrolyte imbalances are most likely a side effect of which body system?
Electrolyte imbalances are most likely a side effect of which body system?
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According to the content, which of the following is NOT a typical side effect?
According to the content, which of the following is NOT a typical side effect?
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Which of these processes would be most effective in limiting a patient's exposure to a medication?
Which of these processes would be most effective in limiting a patient's exposure to a medication?
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Which agency is primarily responsible for enforcing controlled substance laws and regulations in the United States?
Which agency is primarily responsible for enforcing controlled substance laws and regulations in the United States?
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The Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 regulates which specific type of substances?
The Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 regulates which specific type of substances?
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If a controlled substance is lost or stolen, what form must be filed and by whom?
If a controlled substance is lost or stolen, what form must be filed and by whom?
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In an office setting with controlled substances, how frequently should the inventory log be checked?
In an office setting with controlled substances, how frequently should the inventory log be checked?
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What is the term for the psychological dependence on a drug?
What is the term for the psychological dependence on a drug?
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What is the primary characteristic of 'addiction' relating to drug use?
What is the primary characteristic of 'addiction' relating to drug use?
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What physical or emotional symptoms are most closely associated with drug 'withdrawal'?
What physical or emotional symptoms are most closely associated with drug 'withdrawal'?
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What is the term used when a patient needs more of a drug to achieve the same effect?
What is the term used when a patient needs more of a drug to achieve the same effect?
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How long should records of controlled substances be kept in an office setting?
How long should records of controlled substances be kept in an office setting?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a type of extracellular fluid?
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of extracellular fluid?
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Which mechanism primarily involves a solute moving from an area of higher concentration to lower concentration?
Which mechanism primarily involves a solute moving from an area of higher concentration to lower concentration?
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Which of the following is most directly involved in maintaining fluid balance via pressure sensors?
Which of the following is most directly involved in maintaining fluid balance via pressure sensors?
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What process involves the movement of water from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration across a semipermeable membrane?
What process involves the movement of water from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration across a semipermeable membrane?
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Besides pressure sensors, which of these mechanisms also controls fluid balance?
Besides pressure sensors, which of these mechanisms also controls fluid balance?
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What is a crucial step in preventing substance abuse, related to medication administration?
What is a crucial step in preventing substance abuse, related to medication administration?
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Which of the following is a physical sign associated with substance abuse?
Which of the following is a physical sign associated with substance abuse?
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What is a common behavioral sign of substance abuse?
What is a common behavioral sign of substance abuse?
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What legal responsibility does a supervisor have when suspecting substance abuse in a colleague?
What legal responsibility does a supervisor have when suspecting substance abuse in a colleague?
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If a healthcare worker does not report a colleague for impaired behavior, what is a potential consequence?
If a healthcare worker does not report a colleague for impaired behavior, what is a potential consequence?
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A physician orders 500 mg of a medication. You have a vial with 250 mg of the medication in 1 mL. How many milliliters will you administer?
A physician orders 500 mg of a medication. You have a vial with 250 mg of the medication in 1 mL. How many milliliters will you administer?
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If a patient is showing moodiness which includes restlessness, irritability, withdrawal, or defensiveness, this could indicate what?
If a patient is showing moodiness which includes restlessness, irritability, withdrawal, or defensiveness, this could indicate what?
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When calculating a dosage, a physician orders 0.8 grams of a medication. The medication's label states 400 mg = 1 tablet. How many tablets should be administered?
When calculating a dosage, a physician orders 0.8 grams of a medication. The medication's label states 400 mg = 1 tablet. How many tablets should be administered?
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What is a practical measure for preventing medication abuse?
What is a practical measure for preventing medication abuse?
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Which of the following is not a physical sign of substance abuse?
Which of the following is not a physical sign of substance abuse?
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A physician orders 0.8 grams of a medication, and the available tablets are 400 mg each. How many tablets should be administered?
A physician orders 0.8 grams of a medication, and the available tablets are 400 mg each. How many tablets should be administered?
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A medication order reads 400 mg of a drug. The available solution is 500 mg/teaspoon. Using a syringe marked in mL, how many mL should be administered?
A medication order reads 400 mg of a drug. The available solution is 500 mg/teaspoon. Using a syringe marked in mL, how many mL should be administered?
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A child weighing 50 pounds needs medication dosed at 20 mg/kg/day. What is the total daily dose, in milligrams?
A child weighing 50 pounds needs medication dosed at 20 mg/kg/day. What is the total daily dose, in milligrams?
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A medication is ordered at 20 mg/kg/day, given twice daily. If a child weighs 50 pounds, what is the individual dose, in milligrams?
A medication is ordered at 20 mg/kg/day, given twice daily. If a child weighs 50 pounds, what is the individual dose, in milligrams?
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A medication is ordered at 10 mg/kg/dose, to be given four times daily. If a child weighs 100 pounds, what is the total daily dose, in milligrams?
A medication is ordered at 10 mg/kg/dose, to be given four times daily. If a child weighs 100 pounds, what is the total daily dose, in milligrams?
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A medication is ordered at 10 mg/kg/dose, to be given four times daily. If a child weighs 100 pounds, what is the dose in milligrams, for each administration?
A medication is ordered at 10 mg/kg/dose, to be given four times daily. If a child weighs 100 pounds, what is the dose in milligrams, for each administration?
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If a child weighs 75 pounds, what is their weight in kilograms?
If a child weighs 75 pounds, what is their weight in kilograms?
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How many grams are equivalent to 800 milligrams?
How many grams are equivalent to 800 milligrams?
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A medication comes in a solution of 500mg per teaspoon. How many milligrams are in 4 teaspoons?
A medication comes in a solution of 500mg per teaspoon. How many milligrams are in 4 teaspoons?
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If a medication is ordered to be given 'b.i.d.', how many times each day should the medication be administered?
If a medication is ordered to be given 'b.i.d.', how many times each day should the medication be administered?
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Study Notes
Pharmacology Clear & Simple Study Notes
- The book is titled "Pharmacology Clear & Simple, A Guide to Drug Classifications and Dosage Calculations, Fourth Edition."
- Chapter 2 is titled "Basics of Pharmacology."
- Chapter 3 is titled "Patient Safety in Medication Administration."
- Chapter 8 is titled "Dosage Calculations."
- Chapter 9 is titled "Enteral Medications and Administration."
- Chapter 10 is titled "Parenteral Medications and Administration."
Learning Outcomes (Chapter 2)
- Define key terms.
- List the four steps in the drug cycle and their effects on the body.
- Differentiate between the therapeutic level and potency of a drug.
- Describe how drugs can interact.
- Differentiate between a side effect and an adverse reaction.
- Compare and contrast the usefulness of different drug resources.
Key Terms (Chapter 2)
- Absorption
- Adverse reaction
- Agonist
- Antagonist
- Bioavailability
- Biotransformation/Metabolism
- Distribution
- Excretion
- Half-life
- Idiosyncratic
- Pharmacokinetics
- Receptors
- Side effects
- Synergism
- Teratogenic
- Toxic
Learning Outcomes (Chapter 3)
- Define all key terms.
- List the seven rights of medication administration.
- Explain the various considerations of medication administration.
- Identify common abbreviations used in medicine administration.
- Outline special considerations when administering medications to the elderly and to children.
- Discuss the cultural effects on drug use.
- Name the actions taken during an emergency with a patient.
Key Terms (Chapter 3)
- Anaphylaxis
- Antihypertensive
- Geriatric
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Lavage
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- Pediatric
- Polypharmacy
- Teratogen
- Thrombolytic
- Urticaria
Patient Rights for Safety (Chapter 3)
- Right patient: Know the patient
- Right drug: Know correct medication
- Right dose: Know correct dosage
- Right time: Know correct administration time
- Right route: Know correct route of administration
- Right route and technique: Know correct technique for the ordered route
Learning Outcomes (Chapter 8)
- Define key terms.
- Understand and apply dimensional analysis to dosage calculations.
- Calculate pediatric dosages (given patient weight).
- Calculate dosages from different units or strengths.
Learning Outcomes (Chapter 9)
- Define key terms
- List the forms in which medication is manufactured for enteral routes
- Differentiate how different drug forms affect the body
- Describe possible enteral routes for administering medications
- Describe how to administer oral medication safely
- Discuss the methods for administering medications through nasogastric or gastric tubes.
- Explain why prescribers choose certain forms and routes.
Key Terms (Chapter 9)
- Buccal
- Buffered
- Delayed action
- Enema
- Enteric-coated
- Mortar and pestle
- Sublingual
- Timed-release
Learning Outcomes (Chapter 10)
- Define key terms.
- Discuss how to apply transdermal patches and other topical medications correctly.
- Describe methods to administer medications through ophthalmic, otic, and nasal routes correctly.
- Describe how to insert vaginal medications safely.
- Choose the correct needle and syringe for parenteral injections safely.
- Outline the steps for IM, SQ, and ID injections safely.
- Explain how to prepare patients for intravenous therapy.
- Identify and distinguish between all intravenously administered solutions.
Key Terms (Chapter 10)
- Ampule
- Calibrated
- Emboli
- Gauge
- Infiltration
- Intradermal (ID)
- Intramuscular (IM)
- Lumen
- Parenteral
- Phlebitis
- Subcutaneous (SUBQ)
- Topical
- Thrombus
- Vial
Learning Outcomes (Chapter 4)
- Define key terms.
- Describe the roles of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in patient safety.
- Discuss how drugs are developed and the process.
- Distinguish between brand, generic, and trade names of medications. Know slang names for illegal street drugs
- Discuss why some drugs are controlled more strictly than others
- Provide examples of a drug from each controlled substances schedule.
- Explain health-care professionals' roles in recognizing and reporting impaired patients.
Key Terms (Chapter 4)
- Addiction
- Chemical name
- Clinical trials
- Compassionate use
- Control group
- Controlled Substances Act
- Double-blind Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Generic name
- Investigational New Drug (IND)
- New drug application (NDA)
- Patent medicine
- Placebo
- Substance abuse
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Test your knowledge on key concepts in pharmacology, including waste removal processes, medication cycles, adverse reactions, and regulation of controlled substances. This quiz covers crucial aspects related to drug safety and management practices in healthcare.
