29 Questions
What is the primary focus of the science of pharmacology?
The study of drugs and their interaction with the living system
What is the meaning of 'Pharmacon' in Greek?
An active principle or drug
According to the WHO, what is the purpose of a drug?
To modify or explore physiological systems or pathological states for the benefit of the recipient
What percentage of the continuous assessment is the quiz on 26th April?
5%
What is the extension number of Ms Tasha Vaz's office?
1150
What is the learning outcome of the topic 'Basic Terminology in Pharmacology'?
To know the common terminologies of pharmacology
What is the primary concern of the World Health Organization?
International public health
What does the term 'ADME' stand for in Pharmacokinetics?
Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Elimination
What is the primary focus of Pharmacodynamics?
Effects of drugs on the body
What is the name of the curve that shows the effect of a drug?
Dose-Response curve
What is the branch of science that involves the preparation and proper utilization of drugs?
Pharmacy
What is the aspect of medicine concerned with alleviation of symptoms?
Therapeutics
What is the primary purpose of prophylaxis?
To prevent and protect against disease
What does the term 'palliativus' mean in Latin?
Under cloak
How are chemotherapy drugs often classified?
Based on how they work, chemical structure, and relationships to other drugs
What is the main focus of toxicology?
The study of poisons and their effects
What is the primary goal of palliative care?
To improve the quality of life of patients and their families
What is the focus of clinical pharmacology?
The systematic study of drugs in man, both in healthy volunteers and in patients
What is the source of insulin used to treat diabetes?
Human pancreas
What is the purpose of magnesium sulphate in medicine?
As a laxative
What is the name of the antibiotic produced by the penicillium mould?
Penicillin
What is the technique used to produce human growth hormone?
Recombinant DNA technology
What is the source of vaccines for diseases such as cholera and small pox?
Animal blood
What is Clinical Pharmacology primarily concerned with?
Designing and analyzing clinical trials to evaluate pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data
What is the primary purpose of a Pharmacopoeia?
To publish a list of approved medicinal preparations
What is the focus of Pharmacognosy?
The study of medicinal preparations from natural sources
What is the main goal of Clinical Pharmacology in designing clinical studies?
To evaluate the safety and efficacy of a drug
What is the purpose of revising a Pharmacopoeia?
To remove obsolete drugs and add new ones
What is an example of a drug derived from a natural source?
Morphine
This quiz is based on the assessment schedule for a pharmacology class, including quiz dates, assignment deadlines, and tutorial submission guidelines. Students are reminded to pay attention and avoid using mobile phones during classes. The schedule is provided by Lecturer Ms Tasha Vaz.
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