Pharmacology Drug Nomenclatures Quiz

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What is the term for hospital acquired infection?

Nosocomial Infection (correct)

Pharmacology Infection

Venipuncture Infection

Radiologic Infection

What does the term 'communicable' refer to in the context of infection control?

Environmentally acquired infection

Individually acquired infection

Infection that can be transmitted through various methods (correct)

Genetically acquired infection

Which learning outcome emphasizes the practice of good housekeeping after venipuncture and pharmacology procedures?

LO1

LO4 (correct)

LO18

LO17

Which learning outcome involves collaborating with other members of the health team in the implementation of programs and services related to pharmacology and venipuncture?

LO17 Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for infections that are acquired in a hospital or other healthcare facility?

Nosocomial Infection Signup and view all the answers

What are the main classification categories of infectious pathogens?

Bacteria, viruses, fungi, prions, protozoa Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a reservoir/source for pathogens?

Body fluids (blood, saliva), food/water, soil Signup and view all the answers

What is a mode of indirect transmission for pathogens?

Fomites – contaminated equipment or medication Signup and view all the answers

Where does the pathogen enter in the 'portal of entry' stage of infection?

Body openings (e.g., mouth, eyes, urinary tract) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor affects the susceptibility of a person to infections?

Age, health, comorbidities, immune system Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the specific situation in which a drug should not be used because it may be harmful to the person?

Contraindication Signup and view all the answers

What does pharmacokinetics primarily involve after a drug is administered?

Metabolism Signup and view all the answers

What is the specific biochemical interaction through which a drug substance produces its pharmacological effect?

Pharmacodynamics Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the condition which makes particular medications advisable?

Indication Signup and view all the answers

What does pharmacodynamics primarily refer to in relation to drugs?

Drug's effects on the body Signup and view all the answers

Which route of drug administration involves injecting medication into the layer of tissue just below the dermis of the skin?

Intradermal Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an unintended effect occurring at a normal dose related to the pharmacological properties of a drug?

Side effect Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when determining the dosage of a medication for children and adults based on the patient's weight?

Age Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the drop rate for intravenous fluid in pediatric patients?

Drop rate = Total volume / time (multiplied by) 60 µgtts/ml Signup and view all the answers

If a liter of D5W was ordered for a patient to run for 12 hours starting at 8 AM, how much solution is left after 5 hours?

600 mL Signup and view all the answers