Deck 30: Principles of Pharmacology

Question 1

The prescription abbreviation b.i.d.stands for _____ day.

A)every
B)twice a
C)three times a
D)four times a

Answer 1

twice a

Question 2

_____ is defined as the physical and chemical processes that occur within a living cell or organism and are necessary for the maintenance of life.

A)Absorption
B)Distribution
C)Metabolism
D)Excretion

Answer 2

Metabolism

Question 3

A drug that is applied directly to the site of use is considered a:

A)local-action drug.
B)systemic-action drug.
C)drug that affects the whole body.
D)both a and b.

Answer 3

local-action drug.

Question 4

Most drugs today are derived from:

A)natural sources.
B)ethical drugs.
C)patient medicines.
D)both b and c.

Question 5

Prophylactic antibiotics are used in dentistry to:

A)prevent bacterial colonization.
B)treat fungal infections.
C)treat herpes infections.
D)relieve anxiety.

Question 6

Drugs that have no current accepted medical usefulness,have a high potential for abuse,and cannot be prescribed are considered to be Schedule ____ drugs.

A)I
B)II
C)III
D)IV

Question 7

A professional who is authorized to prescribe medications must have a:

A)federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) identification number.
B)prescription pad.
C)medical or dental office.
D)both a and b.

Question 8

Which of the following choices is a specific factor considered by the physician or dentist in determining the dosage of a drug?

A)The time of day of the appointment
B)Whether the patient has eaten recently
C)Whether the patient wants more of the drug
D)The age of the patient

Question 9

The dental assistant should _____ when a pharmacy calls the dental office regarding a prescription.

A)authorize prescriptions for narcotics for extreme pain over the phone, if necessary
B)notify the dentist immediately
C)relay information between the pharmacist and dentist, and not interrupt either of them
D)tell the pharmacist to call back again later if the dentist is busy with a patient

Question 10

Tylenol is a _____ name for acetaminophen.

A)chemical
B)generic
C)brand or trade
D)U.S. Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

Question 11

The Controlled Substances Act:

A)does not permit states to have their own controlled substances acts.
B)requires a dentist to comply with the provisions of the federal law, but not those of the state in which he or she practices.
C)requires a dentist to comply with the provisions of the state law, but not those of the federal law.
D)mandates that state laws may not be less restrictive than federal law.

Question 12

The insert sheet that is included with every prescription filled by a pharmacist will include information about any long-term effects,such as:

A)relieving itchy, scratchy throat and eyes.
B)allergies.
C)possible liver damage.
D)"do not drink alcohol."

Question 13

_________ are licensed medicines that are regulated by legislation and require a prescription before they can be obtained from a pharmacist.

A)Patent medicines
B)Over-the-counter drugs
C)Prescription drugs
D)All drugs

Question 14

Bactericidal antibiotics:

A)directly kill an infecting organism.
B)inhibit the production of bacteria by interfering with their metabolic process.
C)include tetracycline and erythromycin.
D)are the only type of antibiotics used in dentistry.

Question 15

When a patient has taken a drug over time and the drug has lost its effectiveness,the patient has developed a(n):

A)drug tolerance.
B)drug interaction.
C)drug addiction.
D)allergic reaction.

Question 16

Schedule IV drugs have a low abuse potential and have medical usefulness.A patient may have up to _____ refills in a six-month period.

A)ten
B)seven
C)five
D)two

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true regarding prescriptions?

A)The symbol Rx is Latin for prescription.
B)A prescription is a verbal order by a physician, dentist, or dental hygienist for the preparation and administration of a medicine.
C)Any member of the dental team may prescribe medications.
D)Prescription pads should be kept in a locked drawer.

Question 18

The part of the prescription that includes the name and quantity of drug is the:

A)superscription.
B)subscription.
C)inscription.
D)signature.

Question 19

Which of the following is not a common reason for the use of beta blockers?

A)Control blood pressure.
B)Slow fast arrhythmias.
C)Reduce chest pain associated with angina.
D)Lower cholesterol.

Question 20

Patent medicines are also known as _____ drugs.

A)over-the-counter
B)prescription
C)ethical
D)generic

Question 21

A patient is allergic to penicillin.What drug could be used as an alternative antibiotic for dental infections?

A)Ampicillin
B)Clindamycin
C)Tetracycline
D)Amoxicillin

Question 22

What government agency regulates the sale of medicines?

A)U.S. Department of Public Health
B)CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
C)FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
D)EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)

Question 23

Prescription pads should be kept where when not in use?

A)In a locked drawer
B)By a telephone
C)On a counter in an operatory in plain sight
D)On the receptionist's desk

Question 24

A patient is scheduled for a tooth extraction,and the medical history reveals the patient is on the medication Coumadin.Coumadin is what type of drug?

A)Antibiotic
B)Diuretic
C)Decongestant
D)Blood thinner/anticoagulant

Question 25

What is a life-threatening adverse effect from a body's reaction to a drug termed?

A)Hives
B)Fever
C)Anaphylaxis
D)Rash

Question 26

Which type of drug can only be ordered by a written prescription signed by a dentist?

A)Narcotics
B)Antibiotics
C)Antidepressants
D)Bronchodilators

Question 27

The prescription abbreviation t.i.d.stands for _____ a day.

A)twice
B)once
C)four times
D)three times

Question 28

Drugs are excreted from the body via which of the following?

A)Kidneys
B)Breast milk
C)Saliva
D)Liver
E)All the abovef. Only a and d

Question 29

By which route is an intravenous injection given?

A)Into the muscle
B)Under the skin
C)Into the vein
D)Sublingually; the drug is administered under the tongue

Question 30

Who can prescribe drugs to a patient within the dental profession?

A)Dental office manager
B)Dental hygienist
C)Dental assistant
D)Dentist

Question 31

What part of a prescription includes the name and quantity of the drug?

A)Inscription
B)Superscription
C)Subscription
D)Refill

Question 32

What schedule of drug has a clearly accepted medical use and the lowest potential for abuse?

A)I
B)V
C)III
D)IV

Question 33

Motrin and Aleve are over-the-counter drugs commonly recommended for pain following dental treatment.These drugs are classified as:

A)antibiotics.
B)analgesics.
C)antianxiety agents.
D)antiviral agents.

Question 34

What type of drug name is Motrin?

A)Brand name
B)Generic name
C)Chemical name
D)None of the above

Question 35

Which of the following is the slowest route of absorption for a drug?

A)Orally
B)Rectally
C)Intravenously
D)Intramuscularly

Question 36

Which of the following drugs has no accepted medical use,as well as the highest potential for abuse?

A)Morphine
B)Valium
C)Heroin
D)Marijuana

Question 37

Tylenol with codeine is a common drug prescribed in dentistry for analgesic (pain-relief) purposes.What schedule type of drug is it?

A)I
B)II
C)III
D)IV

Question 38

PDR is a common drug reference material available to dentists.What does PDR stand for?

A)Pharmacy Drug Reference
B)Physician's Desk Reference
C)Pills and Drug Reference
D)Pharmacology Dentist Reference

Question 39

Which of the following stands for taking a dose four times a day,as noted on a written prescription?

A)t.i.d.
B)q.i.d.
C)b.i.d.
D)p.c.