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Ch5- drug forms Flashcards

1
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the nonproprietary name often is referred to as the

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generic name

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2
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all the following are considered sources if drugs, EXCEPT

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water

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3
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examples of minerals from the earth and soil include the following, EXCEPT

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hydrogen

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4
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to ensure the right drug is to be administered, the label should be check

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three times

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5
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when documenting the administration of a medication to a patient, the following should be documented in the patient record, EXCEPT

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manufacture of medication

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6
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the route for administration of a medication depends on

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the form of the drug

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7
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types of medication errors include all the following, EXCEPT

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incorrect manufacture

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8
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which of the following tablet forms is more suitable for children

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chewable

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9
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which tablet form has a special coating that is protected from stomach acid and causes the drug to dissolve in the intestines

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enteric coated

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10
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some of the most common administration site for suppositories are the

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rectum, ear canal, both A and C

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11
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An alcohol-containing liquid that may be used pharmaceutically as a solvent is called a

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spirit

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12
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an example of an emulsion that consists of water inside an oil phase is

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cream

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13
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factors that may determine which route of administration should be used include

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the characteristics of the drug, age of the patient, both B and C

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14
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the route that often results in the most rapid action is

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sublingual

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15
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the administration of a drug that completely bypasses the gastrointestinal tract is

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intravenous

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16
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a needle has all of the following parts, EXCEPT

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flange

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17
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the disposable syringes that are most frequently used are

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1 cc

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18
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a prefilled syringe can be typically used how many times

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once

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19
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a small, hermetically sealed glass container that has a scored neck that is broken just before use in a(n)

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ampule

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20
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which dosage form is more suited for patients who are nauseated or vomiting

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suppository

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21
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the Mantoux test refers to a

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screening test for tuberculosis

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22
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allergy test are usually administered by which route

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intradermal

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23
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the tuberculosis screening test is considered positive if the induration is

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greater than 10mm in diameter

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24
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for subcutaneous injections, the maximum amount of drug that can be administered is

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2 cc

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25
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what drug source does iron come from

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minerals

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26
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an important cardiac glycoside is

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digoxin

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27
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gold is used to prevent

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severe rheumatoid arthritis

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28
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a prefilled syringe is also known as a(n)

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cartridge

29
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which of the following drug administration routes is the most appropriate for a patient who has nausea and vomiting

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rectal

30
Q

medication applied in patch form is called

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transdermal

31
Q

a drug combined with an oil base, resulting in a semisolid preparation, is a(n)

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ointment

32
Q

an example of an emulsion is

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cod liver oil

33
Q

a special container made of gelatin that is sized for a single dose is called a

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capsule

34
Q

nicotine and nitroglycerin patches are examples of which of the following methods of drug administration

A

transdermal

35
Q

the administration of a drug by placing it under the tongue until it dissolves is called

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sublingual

36
Q

the ______________ name of the drug is usually not very useful for the physician, pharmacist, or other users of the drug

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chemical

37
Q

the _______________ name of the drug is assigned to the manufacturer and is protected by copyright

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brand/trade

38
Q

________________ are organic compounds that are combined with acids to make a salt

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alkaloids

39
Q

if a nurse or pharmacy technician follows the _______________ of drug administration, medication errors should not occur

A

7 rights

40
Q

______________ tablets are placed between the cheek and the gum until they are dissolved and absorbed

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buccal

41
Q

____________ capsules are designed to release the drug contents over a special period of time

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sustained

42
Q

an oil-based medication that is enclosed in a soft gelatin capsule is known as a(n)

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gel cap

43
Q

typically, a(n) ___________ is placed on the tongue or between the cheek and gum and left in place until it dissolves

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troche

44
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a drug dosage form that contains a high concentration of sugar is called a(n)

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syrup

45
Q

the ___________ route is the safest and most convenient route chosen for most medications

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oral

46
Q

____________ drugs should not be given to children until the age at which they can safely swallow them without danger of aspirating the drug

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solid

47
Q

the _________ the gauge of the needle, the smaller the diameter of the lumen

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larger

48
Q

retractable needle cover syringes are used for prevention of needle sticks, as required by ___________________

A

occupational health and safety administration

49
Q

insulin syringes are calibrated in _______________ specifically for diabetic use

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units (u)

50
Q

a(n) _____________ is a small skin eruption that may follow injection of an antigen

A

wheal

51
Q

administration of drugs other than through the digestive system is called ___________-

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parenteral

52
Q

a subcutaneous injection is given below the skin in the layer of fatty tissue called ___________ tissue

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adipose

53
Q

intramuscular injectionterm-54s into the vastus laterals and gluteal sites can contain up to __________ mL

A

5

54
Q

any intravenous (IV) medication required for more than 2 to 3 days should result in the placement of a(n)

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central venous catheter

55
Q

a skin medication form that is applied to dry, scaly areas with little or no hair and that can exert a prolonged effect is a(n)

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ointments

56
Q

oral contraceptives are examples of _____________ drugs

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synthetic

57
Q

the newest area of drug origins is ____________ engineering

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genetic

58
Q

drug dosage forms are classified according to their physical state and __________ composition

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chemical

59
Q

certain drugs are soluble in water, some are soluble in ____________ , and others are soluble in a mixture of liquids

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alcohol

60
Q

many times tablets are mistakenly called _______

A

pills

61
Q

any composition of a liquid and a powder that hardens when it dries is called a(n)

A

plaster

62
Q

capsules are available in a various sizes, ranging from the number 000 to the number

A

5

63
Q

a drug dosage form that consists of a high concentration of a sugar in water is called a(n)

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syrup

64
Q

an example of a(n) __________ is normal saline

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solution

65
Q

a drug vehicle that consists of water, alcohol, and sugar is known as a(n) ____________

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elixer

66
Q

an alcoholic preparation of a soluble drug, usually from a plant source, is called a(n) _)_____________

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tincture

67
Q

a mixture of drugs with oil, soap, water, or alcohol, intended for external application with rubbing, is called a(n) __________

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liniment

68
Q

the most commonly used aerosols are used for asthma and as skin ____________

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sprays

69
Q

oral syringes are an ideal way to administer liquid medications to ____________

A

children

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