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Which of the following is a factor that contributes to a patient's reaction to a medication?
Which of the following is a factor that contributes to a patient's reaction to a medication?
- Age
- Weight
- Method of administration
- All of the above (correct)
Some patients may experience an intolerance to a medication. All of the following can be an indication of intolerance EXCEPT _______.
Some patients may experience an intolerance to a medication. All of the following can be an indication of intolerance EXCEPT _______.
Headaches
Which of the following is NOT one of the three names used to describe drugs?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three names used to describe drugs?
- Brand name
- Chemical name
- Generic name
- Genetic (correct)
Nonprescription drugs are also known as ________ drugs.
Nonprescription drugs are also known as ________ drugs.
All of the following commonly used drugs would be typed as an illegal drug EXCEPT _______.
All of the following commonly used drugs would be typed as an illegal drug EXCEPT _______.
________ medications are any medications given outside the digestive tract, such as injections. They usually require a skin puncture.
________ medications are any medications given outside the digestive tract, such as injections. They usually require a skin puncture.
The female hormone estrogen can be administered orally in the form of a pill or ________ in the form of a skin patch.
The female hormone estrogen can be administered orally in the form of a pill or ________ in the form of a skin patch.
________ is a decrease in the effectiveness of a drug as the body gets used to having the drug in the system.
________ is a decrease in the effectiveness of a drug as the body gets used to having the drug in the system.
Sometimes, prn is written on a prescription. It means ________.
Sometimes, prn is written on a prescription. It means ________.
Which of the following drug classifications relieves pain without loss of consciousness and may be either narcotic or nonnarcotic?
Which of the following drug classifications relieves pain without loss of consciousness and may be either narcotic or nonnarcotic?
The ________ section in the PDR is an alphabetical listing of generic and brand drug names.
The ________ section in the PDR is an alphabetical listing of generic and brand drug names.
Which of the following is one of the sources of drugs?
Which of the following is one of the sources of drugs?
An FDA pregnancy classification of _______ would mean that controlled studies showed no demonstrated risk to the fetus in any trimester.
An FDA pregnancy classification of _______ would mean that controlled studies showed no demonstrated risk to the fetus in any trimester.
The PDR is reprinted ________ and is a relatively easy-to-read reference published by a private company and purchased by medical offices and hospitals.
The PDR is reprinted ________ and is a relatively easy-to-read reference published by a private company and purchased by medical offices and hospitals.
Geriatric and pediatric patients in particular are susceptible to the effects of medications and will usually require ________ doses.
Geriatric and pediatric patients in particular are susceptible to the effects of medications and will usually require ________ doses.
________ is a life-threatening adverse reaction to a drug, food, or insect bite.
________ is a life-threatening adverse reaction to a drug, food, or insect bite.
Drugs in this class destroy or prohibit the growth of microorganisms.
Drugs in this class destroy or prohibit the growth of microorganisms.
Which of the following is NOT one of the symptoms of anaphylactic shock?
Which of the following is NOT one of the symptoms of anaphylactic shock?
The Joint Commission has issued a _______ list, including all drug abbreviations that are not acceptable for use because of the high probability of error or misinterpretation.
The Joint Commission has issued a _______ list, including all drug abbreviations that are not acceptable for use because of the high probability of error or misinterpretation.
Before prescribing a drug for any female, the date of her last ________ should be ascertained to ensure that she is not pregnant.
Before prescribing a drug for any female, the date of her last ________ should be ascertained to ensure that she is not pregnant.
Usually, if a medication is administered in the office, the patient is asked to wait at least ________ before leaving the office in case of any adverse reaction.
Usually, if a medication is administered in the office, the patient is asked to wait at least ________ before leaving the office in case of any adverse reaction.
Which of the following is NOT considered necessary and important enough to keep secure in the medical office?
Which of the following is NOT considered necessary and important enough to keep secure in the medical office?
Which of the following is NOT considered necessary and important enough to keep secure in the medical office?
Which of the following is NOT considered necessary and important enough to keep secure in the medical office?
Physicians are required to register with the DEA in order to prescribe, dispense, or administer controlled substances. A special form, DEA 224, must be completed and submitted to the DEA. Renewal is required every ________ year(s), using Form 224a.
Physicians are required to register with the DEA in order to prescribe, dispense, or administer controlled substances. A special form, DEA 224, must be completed and submitted to the DEA. Renewal is required every ________ year(s), using Form 224a.
Only ________ are permitted to sign prescriptions.
Only ________ are permitted to sign prescriptions.
Eventually, all patient health records will be _______.
Eventually, all patient health records will be _______.
Nitroglycerin is commonly administered ________ when it is used for treating heart pains called angina.
Nitroglycerin is commonly administered ________ when it is used for treating heart pains called angina.
What is drug dependency?
What is drug dependency?
All of the following would be part of a prescription EXCEPT the physician's ______.
All of the following would be part of a prescription EXCEPT the physician's ______.
________ should NOT be taken with Coumadin (an anticlotting medication) because of the potential for uncontrolled bleeding.
________ should NOT be taken with Coumadin (an anticlotting medication) because of the potential for uncontrolled bleeding.
Study Notes
Patient Reactions to Medication
- Factors affecting medication reactions include age, weight, and method of administration.
- Intolerance indications may include various symptoms, but headaches are NOT one of them.
Drug Identification
- Drugs are commonly referred to using three names: brand, generic, and chemical; "genetic" is NOT one of these terms.
- Nonprescription drugs are identified as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.
Drug Classifications
- Analgesics relieve pain without inducing loss of consciousness, available as narcotic or non-narcotic.
- Antibiotics eliminate or inhibit the growth of microorganisms.
Administration and Effectiveness
- Parenteral medications are those administered outside the digestive tract, usually requiring a skin puncture.
- Drug tolerance refers to the diminished effectiveness of a drug over time as the body adapts.
Prescription Regulations and Safety
- "prn" on prescriptions indicates that refills are allowed as needed.
- The PDR (Physicians' Desk Reference) features a pink section listing drugs alphabetically.
- It's critical to verify a female's last menstrual cycle date to confirm she is not pregnant before prescribing medication.
Special Populations
- Geriatric and pediatric patients generally need lower medication doses due to susceptibility to drug effects.
Drug Safety and Precautions
- Anaphylactic shock is a severe and life-threatening reaction that can occur due to drugs, food, or insect bites.
- Certain drugs like aspirin should be avoided with anticlotting medications such as Coumadin to prevent uncontrolled bleeding.
DEA Regulations
- Physicians must register with the DEA to handle controlled substances, requiring renewal every three years.
- Only physicians are authorized to sign prescriptions.
Records and Documentation
- Patient health records are transitioning to electronic formats for better management.
- Essential components of a prescription must exclude unnecessary information like the physician's social security number.
Medication Administration Protocols
- After medication administration in an office, patients are typically monitored for at least 30 minutes for any adverse reactions.
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This quiz covers key topics in pharmacology, including patient reactions to medication, drug identification, classifications of drugs, and regulatory terms. Assess your understanding of how medications work and their effects on patients.
