Deck 8: Forms of Drugs and How They Act

Question 1

Heparin sodium and warfarin sodium prevent blood clotting; therefore, they are examples of:

A) anticoagulants
B) antihypertensives
C) analgesics
D) antiarrhythmics

Answer 1

anticoagulants

Question 2

A route of administration in which a medication is injected into a joint is called:

A) intramuscular
B) intra-articular
C) intravenous
D) intradermal

Answer 2

intra-articular

Question 3

Tablets that are manufactured with a groove to aid in breaking the tablet are called:

A) sublingual
B) enteric-coated
C) buccal
D) scored

Answer 3

scored

Question 4

The process by which a drug passes into body fluids and tissues is called:

A) distribution
B) biotransformation
C) elimination
D) absorption

Question 5

Tablets that are meant to dissolve in the intestines rather than in the stomach are called:

A) sublingual
B) enteric-coated
C) scored
D) buccal

Question 6

Drugs that are used externally with massage to provide heat to an area are called:

A) liniments
B) lotions
C) ointments
D) fluidextracts

Question 7

Drugs that are used to decrease blood cholesterol are called:

A) antihypertensives
B) antiarrhythmics
C) antihyperlipidemics
D) thrombolytics

Question 8

An action in which a drug blocks the action of a substance is called:

A) agonist
B) antagonist
C) synergistic
D) systemic

Question 9

A liquid preparation that is a combination of oil and water is a(n):

A) elixir
B) emulsion
C) suspension
D) solution

Question 10

An agent that loosens and facilitates removal of respiratory secretions, such as Robitussin, is called an:

A) emetic
B) antitussive
C) expectorant
D) bronchodilator

Question 11

Another name for a lozenge is a(n):

A) sublingual tablet
B) troche
C) buccal tablet
D) enteric-coated tablet

Question 12

A liquid preparation in which a drug is dissolved in a solvent is a(n):

A) elixir
B) emulsion
C) suspension
D) solution

Question 13

Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are examples of:

A) antipyretics and anti-inflammatories
B) antihistamines and antipyretics
C) anti-inflammatories and analgesics
D) analgesics and antipyretics

Question 14

Fine droplets of oil in water is called an elixir.

Question 15

The substance in which a drug is dissolved is called the solute.

Question 16

Drugs that are dissolved in alcohol or alcohol and water are called:

A) emulsions
B) tinctures
C) syrups
D) aerosols

Question 17

Suppositories may be used:

A) vaginally
B) urethrally
C) rectally
D) All of these answers are correct.

Question 18

Pepto-Bismol and Kaopectate are examples of:

A) antidiarrheals
B) antacids
C) laxatives
D) antiemetics

Question 19

Tablets that are made with granular salts that release active ingredients when placed in water are called:

A) effervescent
B) chewable
C) sublingual
D) enteric-coated

Question 20

An agent that blocks parasympathetic nerve impulses is an anticholinergic agent.

Question 21

Estraderm and Catapres-TTS are examples of implantable devices.

Question 22

Match each term to its definition.
agent that modifies psychotic behavior

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 23

Match each term to its definition.
agent that produces a loss of sensation

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 24

A drug interaction may occur when one drug potentiates or diminishes the action of another.

Question 25

Ammonia ampules would be an example of a spirit.

Question 26

Match each term to its definition.
agent that relaxes blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 27

A side effect is an unfavorable or harmful unintended action of a drug.

Question 28

Match each term to its definition.
agent to prevent infectious diseases

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 29

Match each term to its definition.
agent that destroys bacteria

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 30

Match each term to its definition.
agent that induces sleep

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 31

Match each term to its definition.
agent that induces vomiting

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 32

Vaginal medications may be given by suppository, cream, or tablet.

Question 33

Creams are usually white and have an oil base.

Question 34

Many aerosols use butane as a propellant.Therefore, they should be protected from heat or puncture.

Question 35

Match each term to its definition.
agent that reduces fever

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 36

Match each term to its definition.
agent that increases excretion of urine

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 37

Match each term to its definition.
agent that controls symptoms of epilepsy; prevents or relieves seizures

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic

Question 38

A local action indicates that the drug is designed to have an effect only on the area to which it is administered.

Question 39

A sedative is given when sleep is the desired effect.

Question 40

Match each term to its definition.
agent to prevent conception; "birth control"

A)contraceptive
B)anticonvulsant
C)antibiotic
D)anesthetic
E)emetic
F)immunologic
G)neuroleptic
H)diuretic
I)vasodilator
J)hypnotic
K)antipyretic