106 unit test Flashcards

1
Q

Which of the following is not a proper treatment for UTIs?

A

Propper treatments include cephalexin, fluroquinolones and fluconazole.

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2
Q

What is a possible side effect of all diuretics?

A

hypotension

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3
Q

A commonly prescribed thiazide diuretic is:

A

microzide

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4
Q

Estrogen is taken by women to:

A

relieve symptoms of menopause, increase the possibility of conception, and treat hypogonadism

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5
Q

Which of the following alpha-blocker(s) target(s) prostate tissue and is(are) not used for
hypertension?

A

Flomax

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6
Q

To purchase Plan B without a prescription, a person must be at least ____ years of age.

A

17

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7
Q

Which of the following hormones cause(s) weight gain, cramping, swelling, acne, and
anxiety in women during the last 2 weeks of the menstrual cycle?

A

Progesterone

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8
Q

Clomid is used for:

A

infertility

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9
Q

Which of the following is(are) autoimmune disorders?

A

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and Psoriasis

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10
Q

Propylthiouracil is used

A

to decrease thyroid production in graves disease

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11
Q

Belimumab (Benlysta) for SLE is available:

A

Liquid vials, ready to go injection pens, automatic injectors

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12
Q

Attenuated, in reference to vaccines, means:

A

Weakened

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13
Q

What happens when a vaccine requiring storage between 2° and 8° C is frozen?

A

The vaccine maybe be ineffective and should NOT be administered.

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14
Q

Ketoprofen and flurbiprofen are ophthalmic:

A

Nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drugs

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15
Q

Which type of health care provider cannot prescribe any type of medication?

A

Optician

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16
Q

Which medication is the primary ophthalmic antifungal agent?

17
Q

Which medication can permanently change the color of the eye, thicken and darken the
lashes, and darken the eyelids?

A

Xalatan and Lumigan

18
Q

Which of the following is not a loop diuretic?

A

Loop diuretics are (-mide/-ide : bumetanide(Bumex), torsemide (Demadex), and furosemide (Lasix)

19
Q

Hyperphosphatemia, a major issue with renal failure, can be treated with:

A

calcium acetate (PhosLo); sevelamer (Renagel), and Tums

20
Q

What is an unusual side effect of phenazopyridine (Pyridium)?

A

discoloration or staining of contact lenses

21
Q

Female hormones can be used:

A

increase fertility, as a contraceptive and to treat hypogonadism

22
Q

5-Alpha reductase inhibitors are used in the treatment of:

23
Q

What is the major drug interaction between phosphodiesterase inhibitors such as
sildenafil (Viagra) and nitrates?

A

severe hypertension

24
Q

The ED medication available as an intracavernous injection and a urethral suppository
is:

A

alprostadil

25
Q

Oral contraceptives have a high incidence of side effects including:

A

N%V, mensural abnormalities, and deep venous thrombosis

26
Q

Methotrexate (Rheumatrex) for RA can be orally administered

A

both once weekly as a single dose or every 12 hours for three doses one time per week

27
Q

Zostavax is indicated for the prevention of:

28
Q

Where in the pharmacy would latanoprost (Xalatan) be found?

A

in the refridgerator

29
Q

The otic analgesic solution Auralgan is:

A

antipyrine and benzocaine

30
Q

Medications for earwax removal include:

A

Debrox and Ceruminex

31
Q

Similarities among Zantac, Prilosec, and Prevacid include:

A

being availible OTC and prescription formulations

32
Q

What is the proper storage of vaccines and antitoxins/antivenins?

A

In the fridge around 36 to 46 degrees F

33
Q

A patient asked for a refill on his DVT med. Which of the following would your refill?

A

enoxaparin

34
Q

A patient is looking for a decongestant. He says he has a dry cough. What would be the
best step to take next?

A

You refer him to the pharmacist for advice

35
Q

What drug would interact with food rich in vitamin K?

A

coumadin (Warfarin)

36
Q

Which of the following medications are Category X drugs?

A

isotretinoin

37
Q

Diflucan (Fluconazole) is prescribed for the treatment of ___________

A

Urinary Tract Infection

38
Q

Mr. Flores gives you a prescription for cephalexin. He mentions that he is allergic to
amoxicillin. What should you do?

A

Alert the pharmacist for possible cross sensitivity

39
Q

Aminoglycosides can cause _________ and ____________

A

Otoxicity and nephrotoxity