Pharmacology Basics Quiz

<p>Pharmacology (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The uses, effects, and modes of action of drugs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Medicines are a subset of drugs used in medicinal settings. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>Nothing by mouth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Two drops (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Three times daily (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assessing pharmacokinetics, toxicity, and safe dosing in a small group of healthy volunteers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Phase 2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>A medication error is a failure in the planned process, whereas a misadventure encompasses a broader range of drug-related issues, including errors, reactions and events. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>A harmful and unintended reaction to a medication occurring at doses typically used for treatment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A patient who suffers a significant fall after incorrectly administered pain medication. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>How the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes a drug. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Details of specific drug interactions not previously known. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Any harm resulting from medication, including effects seen when the drug is given correctly. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A patient does not receive a required dosage of a medication as it was not administrated at all. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Specific warnings and precautions unique to the drug's use. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The specific way in which the drug affects the body at the cellular or system level. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Right diagnosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To differentiate look-alike/sound-alike medications (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inadequate training or knowledge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Read back the orders for confirmation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Potential for harm if administered incorrectly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Analyzing the drug's long-term side effects and appropriate dosages on the general population. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because their development costs are difficult to recoup due to the small patient populations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using the drug for a condition that was not part of the drug's original approval. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The drug may cause significant harm or death, but the benefits may outweigh the risks when used appropriately. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Between 5-25°C, avoiding freezing or exposure to UV light. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To allow the drug to maintain its stability before being dissolved in a liquid. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The drug may be less potent or more potent. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The drug must be reconstituted with a liquid. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent degradation of the drug caused by light exposure. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has not been proven to be safe or effective for that condition. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Any substance that has a physiological effect on the body when ingested or administered.

The study of drugs, including their uses, effects, and how they work.

The branch of pharmacology focused on the preparation, use, and sale of medicines.

Drugs used in a healthcare setting to treat illnesses or manage symptoms.

The study of natural sources of drugs, often from plants or animals.

A mistake made during the administration of medication.

Any harmful or unintended effect caused by a medication.

Given by mouth.

Given directly into a vein.

Given by injection into a muscle.

Given by injection under the skin.

Given under the tongue.

Given through the rectum.

Given into the nose.

Given into the bone marrow.

Given through the skin.

The final phase of drug development, involves monitoring a drug's effects on a large population after it's been approved for use.

Drugs designed to treat rare diseases. Often have significant side effects and high costs due to limited market potential.

Using a drug for a condition other than what it's formally approved for. Not covered by insurance and may not be safe or effective.

A serious warning added to a drug's label alerting about potentially dangerous side effects discovered after release.

Medications have specific temperature requirements for storage. Many drugs need to be kept within a certain temperature range and can't be frozen.

Some drugs are sensitive to light, requiring packaging to protect them from UV rays. This helps maintain their potency.

Certain drugs need to be mixed with liquid before administration. This process is called reconstitution, and is often necessary for powdered medication.

Drugs can degrade over time, losing their effectiveness. It's crucial to check the expiry date before using any medication.

A system-wide approach to medication safety that emphasizes preventing errors through design, process, and culture.

The practice of reading back verbal orders to ensure accuracy, reducing confusion and errors.

A group of drugs that, if misused, can cause significant harm to the patient, often demanding extra vigilance.

Using bold or different font styles for similar-sounding medications to distinguish them visually.

Any unintended harm caused by a medication, including incorrect dosage or overdose.

A harmful unintended reaction to a medication that occurs at normal treatment doses.

"An unexpected occurrence involving death, serious physical or psychological injury, or the risk thereof."

Any incident or hazard associated with medication, including errors, adverse drug reactions, and adverse drug events.

The analysis of 60 medication events showed that half were related to medication administration, including dose omissions, incorrect infusion rates, incorrect drug administration, wrong drug selection, and dosing or mixing errors.