Pharmacology Quiz on Arrhythmia and Medications

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Questions and Answers

What should be done when a chemotherapy patient treated with capecitabine shows a 30% decrease in neutrophils?

Administer G-CSF before the next cycle of chemotherapy

Administer G-CSF and cease chemotherapy (correct)

Administer G-CSF after 72 hours of chemotherapy

Administer G-CSF soon after chemotherapy

What is the correct method for diluting phenytoin to avoid precipitation?

Dilute directly in the IV line without additional fluids

Dilute in sterile water and refrigerate

Dilute in sodium chloride (NaCl) in a volume of 50-100 ml (correct)

Dilute in dextrose prior to administration

What should not be considered in medication error analysis when no manager is present?

Root cause

Common cause

System cause

Apparent cause (correct)

What is a common prophylactic treatment used with amlodipine?

Ramipril Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal drug level for gentamicin in the blood after administration?

1 mg/ml Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is prescribed for a patient with arrhythmia for rate control?

Calcium Channel Blockers (CCB) Signup and view all the answers

What is likely to cause precipitation when mixing phenobarbitone with an infusion?

Phenobarbitone mixed with 50% dextrose Signup and view all the answers

What is the concern when a patient taking levodopa is also taking vitamins?

Vitamin B6 could reduce the efficacy of levodopa Signup and view all the answers

What is the best advice to prevent oral thrush in a patient using inhaled corticosteroids?

Use a spacer with the inhaler Signup and view all the answers

Which medication should be avoided in a patient with a penicillin allergy who has a urinary tract infection?

Amoxicillin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of corticosteroid inhalation therapy in asthma?

To prevent asthma attacks Signup and view all the answers

What should a pharmacist advise a patient experiencing oral thrush while using an inhaler?

Practice good oral hygiene Signup and view all the answers

How can bacteria be eliminated when preparing an infusion that may contain Gram-positive bacteria?

Sterilize with radiation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rate control drug for arrhythmia

Calcium channel blockers (CCB) are used to manage arrhythmia
Beta blockers (BB) are also used to manage arrhythmia
Digoxin is a medication used to treat various heart conditions including arrhythmia

Precipitation of phenobarbitone

Phenobarbitone mixed with 50% dextrose can cause precipitation

Preparation of Phenobarbitone

Water for injection is the preferred diluent for phenobarbitone preparation

Nitrofurantoin and GFR

High GFR doesn't require alteration of nitrofurantoin dosage
High GFR means the drug is efficiently metabolized

New Product Marketing

It is unprofessional for pharmacists to participate in promotional surveys for unclaimed or unapproved products

Dispensing Brand Name Medication

Both insulin Lispro and simvastatin should be dispensed by brand name when specified in the prescription

Managing Vomiting in Parkinson's Disease

Domperidone is a suitable antiemetic for patients taking carbidopa and levodopa

Vitamin Interaction with Levodopa

Vitamin B6 can interfere with the effectiveness of levodopa therapy

Antibiotic Choice for UTI in Penicillin Allergic Patient

Nitrofurantoin is a suitable antibiotic choice for UTI in patients with penicillin allergy

Oral Thrush and Inhalation Therapy

Inhaled corticosteroids are a common cause of oral thrush
Poor inhalation technique can contribute to oral thrush

Best Advice for Oral Thrush with Inhalation Therapy

Use a spacer during inhalation therapy to minimize the risk of oral thrush

Prevention of Endotoxins in Preparation

Heat at 80°C is effective in eliminating endotoxins in preparations

Asthma Control and Corticosteroid Inhalation

Corticosteroid inhalation therapy plays a key role in preventing and controlling asthma

Medication Error Analysis

Root cause analysis is a crucial aspect of medication error analysis
System cause, apparent cause, and common cause are also important considerations in medication error analysis

Gentamicin Monitoring

The normal therapeutic range for gentamicin levels is 2-10 mg/ml
A level of 2 mg/ml is considered within the normal range

Chemotherapy and Neutrophil Count

A 30% decrease in neutrophils during chemotherapy with capecitabine requires immediate attention
Administer G-CSF immediately prior to or within 24-72 hours of the next chemotherapy cycle is the recommended course of action

Prophylaxis with Amlodipine

Ramipril is a potential prophylactic medication with amlodipine

Cytotoxic Drug Disposal

Contamination of workers via inhalation and absorption through skin should be prioritized when discarding cytotoxic medications

Phenytoin Crystallization

Sodium chloride (NaCl) is a common cause of phenytoin crystallization

Precipitation with Phenytoin

Dextrose can produce precipitates with phenytoin

Capecitabine and Neutrophil Count

Administer G-CSF immediately prior to or within 24-72 hours of the next chemotherapy cycle is the recommended course of action

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Description

Test your knowledge on pharmacological treatments for arrhythmias, including the use of calcium channel blockers and beta blockers. This quiz also covers drug preparation, dosage adjustments, and marketing ethics in pharmacy. Review essential information about medications like phenobarbitone and nitrofurantoin as you prepare for your exams.