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Exam 102 Flashcards

1
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Some tablets are enteric coated to:

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Avoid the release of the medication in the stomach, which could be irritating

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2
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A dosage that can be safely split in half is a(n)

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scored tablet

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3
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What is the primary site of drug metabolism in the human body?

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Liver

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4
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Dosage forms appropriate for children include

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All of the answers are correct

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5
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MDI stands for:

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Metered dose inhaler

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6
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What can be added to a mixture of water and oil to bind them together in a medication base?

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Emulsifier

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7
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In which of the following dosage forms are medications often aimed at a local action in the mouth or throat?

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Lozenges and troches

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8
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Creams, lotions, ointments, powders, gelatins, suppositories, and inhalant powers are considered

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semisolids

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9
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The process by which the body breaks down or converts medications to active or inactive substances is called

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Metabolism

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10
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Which of the following liquids always contain alcohol

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Elixir

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11
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Transdermal medical patches:

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Are easily administered and should be folded in half with the sticky parts together before disposing

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12
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The three major broad categories of dosage forms are

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Solids, semisolids and liquids

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13
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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?

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Alert the pharmacist since Otic medications are never used in the eyes

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14
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The location of a medication throughout blood, organs, and tissue is called

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Distribution

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15
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Which of the following are ways a drug may be eliminated from the body?

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All of the answers are correct (sweat, urine and feces, breast milk)

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16
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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?

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Drug Facts and Comparison

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17
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A drug monograph or official label should include all of the following except:

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Cost

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18
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A formulary is a list of:

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Approved drugs to be stocked and drugs covered by an insurance company

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19
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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?

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Ident-A-Drug Reference

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20
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Technicians should have their own:

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Pocket reference book

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21
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Pharmacy journals contain information about:

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All of the answers are correct (new drugs, technicians, legislative changes)

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22
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Which reference book is a compilation of package inserts from manufacturers who have paid a fee to have their drugs included?

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Physicians’ Desk Reference (PDR)

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23
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The United States Pharmacopoeia–National Formulary (USP-NF) provides access to the official standards of the:

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U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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24
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Which reference book is a comprehensive listing of medication bioequivalence?

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Orange Book

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25
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The American Drug Index contains listings for more than 22,000:

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Prescription and OTC medications

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26
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The generic ending olol indicates the drug is a(an):

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Beta blocker

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27
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The category of a drug, which is based on its chemical structure, mechanism of action, anatomic function, and/or therapeutic use, is called its:

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Classification

28
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The information on the label of a syrup formulation, “Do Not Use in Diabetics” is considered a(an):

A

Contradiction

29
Q

Micromedex Healthcare Evidence and Clinical Xpert provide an online and mobile application that can be used by:

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All of these answers are correct (nurses, pharmacists, physicians)

30
Q

The primary condition for which a medication is used is called the

A

Indication

31
Q

Which of these drugs is written out correctly on a prescription :

A

Prochlorperazine 10 mg

32
Q

The communication cycle consists of a sender , a receiver , a message , various channels of communications , and the

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Feedback

33
Q

20 ) The Institute of Safe Medication Practices ( ISMP ) provides pharmacies with resources such as

A

All of the answers are correct

34
Q

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 .

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AS2433566

35
Q

What can be added to a mixture of water and oil to bind them together in a medication base ?

A

Emulsifier

36
Q

Translate : Trusopt 2 % Sig : i gtt ou tid

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instill 1 drop in both eyes three time a day

37
Q

Articulation means :

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Speaking clearly , and avoiding slang

38
Q

Which of the following negatively impacts written communication ?

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All of the answers are correct

39
Q

Dosage forms appropriate for children include :

A

All of the answers are correct

40
Q

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?

A

Ident - A - Drug Reference

41
Q

In order to ensure you have selected the right bottle from the shelf , you look at the

A

LOT Number

42
Q

How can pharmacies deal with non - English - speaking customers ?

A

All of the answers are correct

43
Q

What is wrong with the following prescription : Lipitor 10mg Sig : i po q.d.

A

The prescription does not specify tablets or capsules

44
Q

Which reference book is a compilation of package inserts from manufacturers who have paid a fee to have their drugs included?

A

Drug Facts and Comparisons

45
Q

Communication channels include :

A

all of the answers are correct

46
Q

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 ?

A

Alert the pharmacist since Otic medications are never used in the eyes .

47
Q

The best communicators :

A

Speak very clearly in a low - pitched voice

48
Q

The location of a medication throughout blood , organs , and tissues is called :

A

Distribution

49
Q

Translate the following prescription : Ventolin HFA
il puffs QID
Qty . # 1

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1 Shake well and inhale TWO puffs four times a day

50
Q

What is wrong with this prescription Lanoxin .125 mg # 30
i po every day
Refills : 2

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Danoxin should be written as 0.125 mg to avoid misinterpretation of prescription

51
Q

Transdermal medication patches :

A

Are easily administered and should be folded in half with the sticky parts together before disposing

52
Q

The information on the label of a syrup formulation , “ Do Not Use in Diabetics “ is considered a ( an ):

A

Contraindication

53
Q

Good communication skills include :

A

All of the answers are correct

54
Q

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”

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None should be emphasized

55
Q

Translate the following directions :
diazepam 5 mg
# 100
Sig : i po tid prn anxiety

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Take 1 tablet by mouth three times a day, as needed, for anxiety

56
Q

Most people judge others within _ of first meeting them .

A

30 seconds

57
Q

Translate the following prescription :
Lasix 40 mg
Tabs ii po qAM

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Take 2 tablets by mouth every morning

58
Q

Which of the following reference books would a technician most likely use in a retail setting ?

A

Red Book Drug Topics

59
Q

The generic ending olol indicates the drug is a ( an ) :

A

Beta blocker

60
Q

Translate the following instructions : Phenergan Supp 25 mg
i q8h prn

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Take 1 suppository every 8 hours as needed

61
Q

The United States Pharmacopoeia - National Formulary ( USP - NF ) provides access to the official standards of the :

A

U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA )

62
Q

The American Drug Index contains listings for more than 22,000 :

A

DPrescription and OTC medications

63
Q

Which of the following liquids always contain alcohol ?

A

Elixir

64
Q

One of the most prevalent concerns of retail pharmacy managers and pharmacists is theneed for pharmacy technicians who are competent in the area of :

A

Communication

65
Q

Which reference book is a comprehensive listing of medication bioequivalence ?

A

Orange Book

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