Module 2 Canvas Pharm Practice Questions Flashcards
Candy is 4 months pregnant and comes to see you for evaluation of her blood pressure. She was told by her former nurse practitioner that she needed to take medication for blood pressure but she denied she had a problem. Today her B/P is 170/96, and her physical exam, other than her blood pressure is normal. What medication will you most likely order?
a. Atenolol (Tenormin)
b. Labetalol (Trandate)
c. Clonidine (Catapres)
d. Methyldopa (Aldomet)
b. Labetalol (Trandate)
Which of the following medications have the greatest potential for overdose if prescribed with an opioid?
a. Hydroxyzine (Vistaril- strong antihistamine)
b. Ativan (Benzodiazepine)
c. Prozac (SSRI)
b. Ativan (Benzodiazepine)
A patient has been prescribed a topical glucocorticoid for contact dermatitis. The patient should be instructed to:
a. apply the drug every 2 hours while awake.
b. apply only to the mucous membranes.
c. apply a thin film and gently rub it in.
d. cover the applied area with an occlusive dressing.
c. apply a thin film and gently rub it in.
Which of the following drugs are contraindicated while taking oral azoles (antifungals)?
a. Antidiabetic agents
b. Cephalosporins
c. Statins
c. Statins
The principal indications for benzodiazepines are all EXCEPT:
a. seizure disorders
b. anxiety
c. insomnia
d. bipolar disorder
d. bipolar disorder
Absorption of topical corticosteroids is impacted by a variety of factors. All of the following are examples of factors that might impact absorption of topical corticosteroids EXCEPT:
a. amount of skin surface area the medication is applied to
b. the condition of the skin
c. concurrent use of multivitamins
d. vehicle used to deliver the corticosteroid
c. concurrent use of multivitamins
Select the best patient teaching for the patient who is given topical metronidazole (Metro-gel) for the treatment of acne rosacea.
a. Topical metronidazole is a category X drug.
b. Anticipate that treatment will continue for a long period of time or, possibly, for life.
c. Expect results in 1-2 weeks of treatment.
b. Anticipate that treatment will continue for a long period of time or, possibly, for life.
A type 2 diabetic patient has been well controlled on a sulfonylurea but has recently been experiencing repeated hypoglycemic reactions. The patient should be assessed for the concomitant use of:
a. multivitamins.
b. nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agents.
c. colace.
d. Tylenol.
b. nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agents.
Which of the following is TRUE regarding antacids and drug interactions?
a. There are no interactions between antacids and other medications.
b. Antacids increase the absorption of digitalis products.
c. Aluminum hydroxide products decrease the absorption of warfarin (Coumadin)
d. Magnesium products increase the absorption of the phenothiazines.
c. Aluminum hydroxide products decrease the absorption of warfarin (Coumadin)
You are prescribing a beta blocker for a patient with hypertension who also suffers from migraine headaches. You tell her that this medication will help both her blood pressure and her migraines. What is the effect of selected beta blockers on migraine headaches?
a. Beta blockers provide complete relief from migraines.
b. Beta blockers reduce the severity of migraines.
c. Beta blockers reduce the duration of migraines.
d. Beta blockers reduce the frequency of migraines.
d. Beta blockers reduce the frequency of migraines.
When prescribing the decongestant/antihistamine combination, cetirizine/pseudoephedrine (Zyrtec-D) the following instructions would be appropriate:
a. Avoid use with antibiotics
b. May cause insomnia if taken at bedtime
c. Avoid use with steroid nasal spray
d. Avoid use of this preparation if there is a history of asthma
b. May cause insomnia if taken at bedtime
The class of medications used to treat osteoporosis that is identified with the rare risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw is:
a. Calcitonins
b. Diphosphonates
c. Bisphosphonates
d. Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)
c. Bisphosphonates
Mindy is a 32 year old multipara who sees you for her first office visit since discovering she is pregnant with her 5th child. Since learning of her pregnancy, she has increased her vitamin A supplement to 1200 RAEs per day. Your response based on this information is to:
a. encourage the patient to increase the dose to 1500 RAEs to promote the development of the central nervous system of the fetus.
b. Inform her that supplementation of Vitamin A above what is found in prenatal vitamins may be teratogenic and she should only take her prenatal vitamin
c. confirm that this dose is appropriate during pregnancy.
d. inform the patient that because vitamin A is water soluble, large doses are needed to maintain the vitamin in the system.
b. Inform her that supplementation of Vitamin A above what is found in prenatal vitamins may be teratogenic and she should only take her prenatal vitamin
Your patient who suffers from chronic depression and takes paroxetine (Paxil)states she is going to be attempting pregnancy within the next few months. She asks if she may continue taking paroxetine during her pregnancy and lactation. What will be your response?
a. You should discontinue Paxil and not take any medication while you are pregnant and breastfeeding
b. If a medication is necessary during pregnancy and lactation sertraline (Zoloft) is a drug that may be used both during pregnancy & lactation.
c. Paxil is not safe during pregnancy but you may take this when breastfeeding
d. Paxil is safe to take during pregnancy but not breastfeeding
b. If a medication is necessary during pregnancy and lactation sertraline (Zoloft) is a drug that may be used both during pregnancy & lactation.
Which of the following is true regarding anti-virals?
a. Antivirals mechanism of action is increasing cell wall permeability and osmosis and causing the virus to rupture.
b. When considering using an antiviral, it is best practice to wait 72 hours to see if body will clear virus on its own.
c. Anti-viral agents work by reducing viral shedding.
c. Anti-viral agents work by reducing viral shedding.
The antacid that would be a good choice for a healthy post-menopausal woman at risk for osteoporosis is:
a. aluminum hydroxide
b. calcium carbonate
c. magnesium hydroxide
d. sodium bicarbonate
b. calcium carbonate
All of the following statements regarding bulk laxatives are true EXCEPT:
a. Results are generally seen in 2-3 hours
b. It is important to drink plenty of fluids
c. They are appropriate for long term therapy
d. Sudden increases in fiber may cause flatulence
a. Results are generally seen in 2-3 hours
Doxycyline (Vibramycin) is being used by an 18-year-old woman for acne. She discovers she is pregnant. The health care provider advises the client:
a. Discontinue doxycycline (Vibramycin) due to potential effect on the fetus’ teeth
b. Change the medication to levofloxacin (Levaquin) as acne can be treated with less risk to the fetus
c. Stop the doxycycline (Vibramycin) immediately as it increases risk for spontaneous abortion
d. Decrease doxycycline (Vibramycin) as it can be taken during pregnancy at lower doses
a. Discontinue doxycycline (Vibramycin) due to potential effect on the fetus’ teeth
A side effect of a broad spectrum antibiotic that may lead women to stop taking it is:
a. Discoloration of skin
b. Metallic taste
c. Constipation
d. Moniliasis (aka Yeast infection or Candidiasis)
d. Moniliasis (aka Yeast infection or Candidiasis)
A 30 year old pregnant female with hypothyroidism has been treated with levothyroxine for several years. How might you need to adjust her levothyroxine in the first trimester?
a. Increase the dosage
b. Maintain the current dose
c. Increase the dose during the first trimester and then decreasing during second and third trimesters
d. Decrease the dosage
a. Increase the dosage
Your patient was started on levothyroxine (Synthroid) six months ago and her TSH is now WNL. She returns for a follow-up visit and tells you that she is 6 weeks pregnant.You start her on prenatal vitamins with iron. The teaching intervention that should be reviewed with the patient regarding taking these 2 medications is:
a. Allow at least two hours between the times you take these two drugs.
b. A dangerous interaction could occur; these drugs should not be used concurrently.
c. Alternate days when taking the Synthroid and the prenatal vitamins with iron.
d. The medications can be taken at the same time without any adverse effects
a. Allow at least two hours between the times you take these two drugs.
The iron in the prenatal vitamins may prevent absorption of the Synthroid.
When considering initiating a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins), routine laboratory values include:
a. Creatine phosphokinase (CPK levels)
b. Liver function tests (LFTs)
c. Serum electrolytes
b. Liver function tests (LFTs)
All of the following are fat soluble vitamins except:
a. B
b. A
c. D
d. E
a. B
Which of the following drugs is the most likely to cause orthostatic hypotension and dizziness?
a. Azithromycin (macrolide antibiotic)
b. Metoprolol (beta-blocker)
c. Budesonide (inhaled glucocorticoid)
b. Metoprolol (beta-blocker)
Your patient is an insulin dependent diabetic and is planning to become pregnant. She asks regarding the advisability of breastfeeding. Your response best response is:
a. You can breastfeed. Newborn exposure to insulin in breast milk may help prevent type 1 DM in infants.
b. It is not advisable. Newborn exposure to insulin in breast milk may increase risk for type 1 DM in infants
c. The use of insulin is contraindicated with breastfeeding
d. You would need to use only a basal insulin to decrease the risk of hypoglycemia in the infant.
a. You can breastfeed. Newborn exposure to insulin in breast milk may help prevent type 1 DM in infants.
You recently prescribe misoprostol (Cytotec) for A 30-year-old female patient for treatment of a gastric ulcer secondary to long-term ibuprofen (Motrin) use. Which of the following will you include in the instructions to this patient?
a. “Use a reliable method of birth control.”
b. “Take indomethacin (Indocin) instead of ibuprophen for pain relief.”
c. “Start taking the drug at the end of your next menstrual period.”
d. “Take the medication 1 hour before meals.”
a. “Use a reliable method of birth control.”
Amoxicillin (Amoxil) is being used by an 18 year old woman for a skin infection. She discovers she is pregnant. The provider advises the patient to:
a. Continue the amoxicillin (Amoxil) as it can be taken during pregnancy without known fetal risk
b. Stop the amoxicillin (Amoxil) immediately as it increases risk for spontaneous abortion
c. Discontinue the amoxicillin (Amoxil) due to potential effect on the fetus’ teeth
d. Switch to an alternate therapy such as tetracycline to reduce fetal risk
a. Continue the amoxicillin (Amoxil) as it can be taken during pregnancy without known fetal risk
Teaching patients about unexpected side effect(s) of short acting beta agonists is important. Which answer describes one or more common side effect(s) of short acting beta agonists?
a. Diarrhea
b. Bradycardia
c. Tremors and cardiac stimulation
d. Constipation
c. Tremors and cardiac stimulation
When teaching patients about the mechanism of action of statin drugs it is correct to state that statin-type drugs are useful in the reduction of serum cholesterol levels because they:
a. affect enteric absorption of cholesterol and triglycerides
b. prevent entero-hepatic recirculation of cholesterol.
c. increase the production of bile salts containing cholesterol.
d. inhibit the synthesis of cholesterol by the liver.
d. inhibit the synthesis of cholesterol by the liver.