Phases of Pharmaceutical Research

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What is the primary purpose of preclinical trials?

To test the drug on animals

To test the drug on living organisms

To test the drug on human cells & tissues but not living organisms (correct)

To test the drug on human subjects

In clinical research study design, what is the role of the experimental group?

It is used to compare with the control group (correct)

It receives a placebo

It is not involved in the study

It is the group not exposed to the independent variable

What does the term 'in vivo testing' typically involve?

Testing on living organisms

Testing on animals (correct)

Testing on human subjects

Testing on human cells & tissues but not living organisms

What is the purpose of the control group in a clinical research study?

To be compared with the experimental group Signup and view all the answers

What is an independent variable in a clinical research study?

The variable that is manipulated or changed Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a placebo in clinical research?

To provide no treatment effect Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of pharmacetic research involves in vitro testing?

Preclinical trials Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'dependent variable' refer to in a clinical research study?

The outcome being measured or observed Signup and view all the answers

'Placebo' is associated with which stage of pharmacetic research?

Clinical research study design Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of pharmacetic research typically involves testing on living organisms?

In vivo testing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of in vitro testing in pharmacetic research?

To test the drug on human cells & tissues but not living organisms Signup and view all the answers

Which legislation was enacted in 1938?

The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a nurse in combatting drug counterfeiting?

Identifying counterfeit drugs Signup and view all the answers

Which schedule includes drugs with the lowest potential for abuse?

Schedule V Signup and view all the answers

What can counterfeit drugs potentially contain?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What does the Nurse Practice Act govern?

Nursing practice in each state Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act?

To regulate food, drugs, and cosmetics Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a nurse in clinical research?

Ensuring patient safety and integrity of research protocol Signup and view all the answers

Which act was enacted in 1996?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of OTC drug labeling standardized by the FDA?

To inform about active and inactive ingredients, dosage instructions, and warnings Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a nurse in controlling controlled substances?

Verifying orders prior to drug administration and maintaining log of controlled substances Signup and view all the answers