Exam 102 Flashcards
Some tablets are enteric coated to:
Avoid the release of the medication in the stomach, which could be irritating
A dosage that can be safely split in half is a(n)
scored tablet
What is the primary site of drug metabolism in the human body?
Liver
Dosage forms appropriate for children include
All of the answers are correct
MDI stands for:
Metered dose inhaler
What can be added to a mixture of water and oil to bind them together in a medication base?
Emulsifier
In which of the following dosage forms are medications often aimed at a local action in the mouth or throat?
Lozenges and troches
Creams, lotions, ointments, powders, gelatins, suppositories, and inhalant powers are considered
semisolids
The process by which the body breaks down or converts medications to active or inactive substances is called
Metabolism
Which of the following liquids always contain alcohol
Elixir
Transdermal medical patches:
Are easily administered and should be folded in half with the sticky parts together before disposing
The three major broad categories of dosage forms are
Solids, semisolids and liquids
What should the pharmacy technician do if he or she get a prescription for cortisporin otic solution with directions to instill 1 drop in the left eye two times daily (bid) for 5 days?
Alert the pharmacist since Otic medications are never used in the eyes
The location of a medication throughout blood, organs, and tissue is called
Distribution
Which of the following are ways a drug may be eliminated from the body?
All of the answers are correct (sweat, urine and feces, breast milk)
Which of the following is the most often used drug resource used by pharmacist that will provide information such as drug monograph, indications and side effects of a drug?
Drug Facts and Comparison
A drug monograph or official label should include all of the following except:
Cost
A formulary is a list of:
Approved drugs to be stocked and drugs covered by an insurance company
Which resource is widely used when patients do not know the name of the drug they are taking and have removed it from its original prescription vial?
Ident-A-Drug Reference
Technicians should have their own:
Pocket reference book
Pharmacy journals contain information about:
All of the answers are correct (new drugs, technicians, legislative changes)
Which reference book is a compilation of package inserts from manufacturers who have paid a fee to have their drugs included?
Physicians’ Desk Reference (PDR)
The United States Pharmacopoeia–National Formulary (USP-NF) provides access to the official standards of the:
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Which reference book is a comprehensive listing of medication bioequivalence?
Orange Book
The American Drug Index contains listings for more than 22,000:
Prescription and OTC medications
The generic ending olol indicates the drug is a(an):
Beta blocker
The category of a drug, which is based on its chemical structure, mechanism of action, anatomic function, and/or therapeutic use, is called its:
Classification
The information on the label of a syrup formulation, “Do Not Use in Diabetics” is considered a(an):
Contradiction
Micromedex Healthcare Evidence and Clinical Xpert provide an online and mobile application that can be used by:
All of these answers are correct (nurses, pharmacists, physicians)
The primary condition for which a medication is used is called the
Indication
Which of these drugs is written out correctly on a prescription :
Prochlorperazine 10 mg
The communication cycle consists of a sender , a receiver , a message , various channels of communications , and the
Feedback
20 ) The Institute of Safe Medication Practices ( ISMP ) provides pharmacies with resources such as
All of the answers are correct
Which of the following would be a valid DEA number for her Dr. Belinda Smith wrote a prescription for Mrs. Velez . You are verifying her DEA number .
AS2433566
What can be added to a mixture of water and oil to bind them together in a medication base ?
Emulsifier
Translate : Trusopt 2 % Sig : i gtt ou tid
instill 1 drop in both eyes three time a day
Articulation means :
Speaking clearly , and avoiding slang
Which of the following negatively impacts written communication ?
All of the answers are correct
Dosage forms appropriate for children include :
All of the answers are correct
Which resource is widely used when patients do not know the name of the drug they are taking and have removed it from its original vial?
Ident - A - Drug Reference
In order to ensure you have selected the right bottle from the shelf , you look at the
LOT Number
How can pharmacies deal with non - English - speaking customers ?
All of the answers are correct
What is wrong with the following prescription : Lipitor 10mg Sig : i po q.d.
The prescription does not specify tablets or capsules
Which reference book is a compilation of package inserts from manufacturers who have paid a fee to have their drugs included?
Drug Facts and Comparisons
Communication channels include :
all of the answers are correct
What should the pharmacy technician do if he or she get a prescription for cortisporinotic solution with directions to instill 1 drop in the left eye two times daily ( bid ) for 5 days ?
Alert the pharmacist since Otic medications are never used in the eyes .
The best communicators :
Speak very clearly in a low - pitched voice
The location of a medication throughout blood , organs , and tissues is called :
Distribution
Translate the following prescription : Ventolin HFA
il puffs QID
Qty . # 1
1 Shake well and inhale TWO puffs four times a day
What is wrong with this prescription Lanoxin .125 mg # 30
i po every day
Refills : 2
Danoxin should be written as 0.125 mg to avoid misinterpretation of prescription
Transdermal medication patches :
Are easily administered and should be folded in half with the sticky parts together before disposing
The information on the label of a syrup formulation , “ Do Not Use in Diabetics “ is considered a ( an ):
Contraindication
Good communication skills include :
All of the answers are correct
Which words in the following sentence should be emphasized for proper communication with a patient? “If you will wait a moment, I’ll get the information you need”
None should be emphasized
Translate the following directions :
diazepam 5 mg
# 100
Sig : i po tid prn anxiety
Take 1 tablet by mouth three times a day, as needed, for anxiety
Most people judge others within _ of first meeting them .
30 seconds
Translate the following prescription :
Lasix 40 mg
Tabs ii po qAM
Take 2 tablets by mouth every morning
Which of the following reference books would a technician most likely use in a retail setting ?
Red Book Drug Topics
The generic ending olol indicates the drug is a ( an ) :
Beta blocker
Translate the following instructions : Phenergan Supp 25 mg
i q8h prn
Take 1 suppository every 8 hours as needed
The United States Pharmacopoeia - National Formulary ( USP - NF ) provides access to the official standards of the :
U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA )
The American Drug Index contains listings for more than 22,000 :
DPrescription and OTC medications
Which of the following liquids always contain alcohol ?
Elixir
One of the most prevalent concerns of retail pharmacy managers and pharmacists is theneed for pharmacy technicians who are competent in the area of :
Communication
Which reference book is a comprehensive listing of medication bioequivalence ?
Orange Book
