Vocabulary

Question 1

Absorption

Answer 1

How a drug moves into the bloodstream

Question 2

Automatic Stop Date

Answer 2

Date on which specific categories of meds must be discontinued unless renewed by a Physician

Question 3

Contraindications

Answer 3

Conditions under which the drug should not be given

Question 4

Controlled substance

Answer 4

A drug which requires a written prescription and is reportable due to the danger of addictions or abuse

Question 5

Dosage

Answer 5

Amount of medication that is prescribed by a Physician for administration

Question 6

Indications

Answer 6

A list of medical conditions or diseases which the drug is intended for

Question 7

Interactions

Answer 7

A list of drugs or foods which may alter the drug’s effect

Question 8

Metabolism

Answer 8

Physical and chemical changes a drug undergoes when administered

Question 9

Over the counter (OTC)

Answer 9

Drugs to which the public has direct access for purchase

Question 10

Prescription drug

Answer 10

A drug which requires a written prescription

Question 11

Restricted drug

Answer 11

Does not require a prescription but is kept behind the Pharmacist’s counter

Question 12

Side Effects/Adverse Reactions

Answer 12

Possible unpleasant or even dangerous reactions

Question 13

Strength

Answer 13

Potency of the drug (ie. 200 mg)

Question 14

Systemic Effect

Answer 14

How the drug effects widespread areas of the body

Question 15

Ward Stock

Answer 15

Regularly used non-prescription medications stored on the Unit. (Aspirin, acetaminophen, antacids, antidiarrheals, laxatives etc.

Question 16

Warnings/Precautions

Answer 16

A list of types of patients who warrant closer observation when using the drug due to higher possibility of side effects.