Pharmacology Flashcards
When a drug’s adverse drug reaction is pharmacologically predictable, this is considered as what Type of reaction?
Type A
What is a lipid soluble drug?
Able to dissolves in fats, oils or fatty tissues
A client has been prescribed a lipid soluble drug. What effect would a low serum albumin have?
No difference in the drug response.
What type of drug TRIGGERS A RESPONSE in a receptor?
An AGONIST drug
Cocaine inhibits the re-uptake of:
Dopamine
Corcordance is an informed partnership agreement negotiated between
The Patient and Prescriber
“Half-life” is the time taken for…
the plasma concentration of a DRUG TO FALL BY 50%
Where are most drugs metabolised?
Liver
The study in the way in which the drug affects the body is called
PharmacoDYNAMICS
The side effects of a drug are listed in the BNF by order of
FREQUENCY ie the most common first
Which of the following antibiotics is nephrotoxic?
A. Cephalexin
B. Flucloxacillin
C. Phenoxymethylpenicillin
D. Streptomycin
Streptomycin.
Use BNF under Renal
Which group population is at greatest risk of a Type A drug reaction?
South East Asians
When after repeated administration, a given dose of a drug produces a decreased effect, or conversely, when increasingly larger doses must be administered to obtain the effects observed with the original use- what does this term relates to?
Tolerance
Which receptors do barbiturates work on?
Gamma-aminobutyric acid A (GABAa) receptors.
Which route of administration is the fastes to achieve therapeutic plasma levels?
Intravenous route
Which type of receptor is responsible for the analgesic properties of Morphine?
Mu receptors
Which type of receptor is responsible for the bronchodilator effects of Salbutamol?
Beta2 receptors (B2)
What type of drug blocks a receptor site called?
ANTAgonist
For how long is a prescription for a Schedule 2 drug valid?
28 days
Generic prescribing is prescribing using the
Approved Name
In the BNF Drug interactions are listed…
Twice - Alphabetically by drug name and by drug group interactions
Most drugs and their metabolites are excreted via?
The kidneys
SSRI is an abbreviation for
Selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor
The first line treatment for anaphylaxis is
Intramuscular adrenaline
The removal of some or all of the drug by the liver before it has had a therapeutic effect is called
The 1st PASS EFFECT
What is the effect on absorption of a drug delivered via a transdermal patch if the client is pyrexial?
Drug absorption is increased
What monitoring should be instigated for a client commencing on an ACEi
Renal function tests
When assessing the efficacy of a drug, what information is required?
Numbers needed to treat and numbers needed to harm
When should a dry cough in response to a drug be reported using the yellow card scheme?
When the drug is marked by a black triangle in the BNF
What is a common side effect of beta blockers?
Bronchospasm
What is the study of pharmacokinetics?
What the body does to the drug.
Cytochrome P450 is main family of enzymes that are involved in what process?
Metabolism
A lipid soluble drug will be attracted to
FAT
A patient may have to have regular blood tests if they are taking a drug with what property?
A narrow therapeutic window
During metabolism an addition of a hydrogen molecule is called
Reduction
A “type B” adverse drug reaction should be reported via…
Yellow Card Scheme
All non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) work by inhibiting what?
NSAIDs inhibit the action of Cyclo-oxygenases
As a general principle, oral paediatric dosages are calculated based on what?
The child’s weight
When the body identifies a drug as an antigen, this is called
A drug allergy
How many steps are there in the prescribing pyramid?
Seven
Section 5 in the BNF considers drugs related to
Infections
The effects of topical preparations in infants and children are affected by:
a. Skin perfusion
b. Skin hydration
c. pH of the Drug
d. All of the above
All of the above
Under which circumstances is it acceptable to prescribe for a family member?
a. In a life threatening emergency
b. When they have run out of regular medication
c. It is never acceptable to prescribe for a family member
d. When they have non-serious illness/injury
In a life threatening emergency
What advice would you give a client on the safe storage of medicines?
Store out of reach of children
What is the effects on absorption of a drug delivered via a Transdermal patch if the client is HYPOthermic?
Drug absorption is decreased.
Which of the following antibiotics INHIBITS DNA synthesis?
A. Macrolides
B. Penecillines
C. Polymyxins
D. Ciprofloxacin
Ciprofloxacilin
Which of the following drug groups is most associated with avoidable drug-related admissions to hospitals?
NSAIDs
Which herbal preparations increase the risk of GI bleeding when taken with NSAIDs?
Garlic
Ginkgo Biloba
Ginseng
Which of the following instructions is appropriate to write on an FP10? A. Maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours B. All of these C. Label 20 D. As directed
Maximum 8 tablets in 24 hours.
What anti-bacterial agent is an Antifolate?
Trimethroprim
What advice would you give a patient for whom you have prescribed amoxicillin?
Take are regular intervals. Complete the course unless otherwise directed.