Pharmacology MCQs PDF

### First Set of 15 MCQs **1. Pharmacology is defined as:** a) Study of drug manufacturing processes b) Science studying the effect of drugs on the body c) Analysis of drug patents d) Study of illegal substances **2. Pharmacopoeias include:** a) A list of all generic drug name...

### First Set of 15 MCQs **1. Pharmacology is defined as:** a) Study of drug manufacturing processes b) Science studying the effect of drugs on the body c) Analysis of drug patents d) Study of illegal substances **2. Pharmacopoeias include:** a) A list of all generic drug names b) Total authorized drugs available in a country c) Only chemical drug names d) Illicit substances **3. Medication is used for:** a) Altering mental states b) Diagnosing, curing, or preventing diseases c) Enhancing recreational experiences d) Reducing drug dependence **4. Prescription refers to:** a) Verbal advice from a healthcare provider b) Written direction for drug preparation and administration c) Informed consent for surgery d) Public record of medication **5. Side effects are:** a) The primary effect of a drug b) Always beneficial c) Unintended effects, often predictable d) Signs of drug addiction **6. Drug toxicity arises from:** a) Proper dosage b) Overdose or improper use c) Prescribed medication use d) Drug allergies **7. A drug allergy is:** a) A common cold caused by medication b) An immunological reaction to a drug c) A mild reaction to vitamins d) A secondary therapeutic effect **8. Drug interaction occurs when:** a) A drug is administered in isolation b) One drug affects another's efficacy c) Only one drug is used at a time d) Drugs are stored improperly **9. Drug misuse refers to:** a) Following proper dosage instructions b) Inappropriate use leading to toxicity c) Administration of prescribed drugs d) Controlled use of street drugs **10. Drug dependence can be:** a) Psychological only b) Physiological or psychological c) A temporary condition d) Always beneficial **11. Pharmacokinetics is:** a) The effect of the drug on the body b) How the body deals with the drug c) Study of drug sources d) Use of drugs in clinical settings **12. Pharmacodynamics involves:** a) The study of natural drug sources b) Drug interactions with the body c) Listing authorized drugs d) Psychological dependence on drugs **13. The generic name of a drug is:** a) The manufacturer's name b) The chemist's proprietary name c) The official name of the drug d) A brand-specific designation **14. Sublingual administration involves:** a) Injections into muscles b) Placing drugs under the tongue c) Swallowing tablets orally d) Injecting drugs into veins **15. An advantage of intravenous (IV) administration is:** a) Slow drug absorption b) Immediate drug delivery into the bloodstream c) Minimal risk of side effects d) Avoiding the skin barrier ### Answer Key for First Set 1. b 2. b 3. b 4. b 5. c 6. b 7. b 8. b 9. b 10. b 11. b 12. b 13. c 14. b 15. b Let me know when you're ready for the next set of 15 MCQs. ### Second Set of 15 MCQs **16. Drug habituation refers to:** a) Strong physiological dependence b) Mild form of psychological dependence c) Complete reliance on the drug d) Immunological reactions to drugs **17. Illicit drugs are:** a) Approved medications b) Substances sold illegally c) Drugs with generic names d) Medications with therapeutic effects **18. Pharmacognosy studies:** a) Chemical drug synthesis b) Natural drug sources from plants and animals c) The body's effect on drugs d) Prescription writing techniques **19. Intramuscular (IM) drug administration involves:** a) Injecting drugs directly into veins b) Applying drugs topically c) Injecting drugs into the muscle d) Placing drugs under the tongue **20. Subcutaneous (SC) administration is:** a) Slower than intramuscular injection b) Delivered directly into the bloodstream c) Placed under the tongue d) Suitable for large drug volumes **21. Intradermal (ID) administration is best used for:** a) Rapid drug absorption b) Delivering large amounts of liquid c) Allergy testing with slow absorption d) Long-term drug dependency treatments **22. Topical drug administration includes:** a) Drugs injected into the bloodstream b) Drugs applied to the skin, eyes, or ears c) Oral consumption of tablets d) Placing drugs under the tongue **23. Bioavailability refers to:** a) The process of drug manufacturing b) The drug's entry into the circulation for tissue availability c) The body's inability to metabolize drugs d) Reduced therapeutic effects **24. The therapeutic index measures:** a) The level of drug purity b) The danger of poisoning by the drug c) The speed of drug metabolism d) The frequency of drug administration **25. A major advantage of inhalation drug administration is:** a) Rapid nebulization with minimal solution b) Slow drug action c) Large doses for extended effects d) Avoidance of airway irritation **26. Psychological drug dependence is characterized by:** a) Physical tissue changes in the body b) Emotional reliance for a sense of well-being c) Absence of withdrawal symptoms d) Complete physical addiction **27. A drug's official name is:** a) A trade name given by manufacturers b) The name listed in official publications c) Its chemical name d) A general term for over-the-counter drugs **28. Oral administration of drugs is:** a) Suitable for unconscious patients b) The most expensive route c) Convenient and safe for most clients d) Only for local drug effects **29. A disadvantage of sublingual administration is:** a) Drug may discolor teeth b) Rapid absorption into the bloodstream c) Drug becomes inactive if swallowed d) Requires injection equipment **30. Drug tolerance is:** a) A complete immunity to drug effects b) A decreasing response to repetitive doses c) The immediate action of a drug d) The simultaneous use of multiple drugs ### Answer Key for Second Set 16. b 17. b 18. b 19. c 20. a 21. c 22. b 23. b 24. b 25. a 26. b 27. b 28. c 29. c 30. b