Deck 24: Therapeutic Agents for the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat

Question 1

Which of the following classifications of medications are available in ophthalmic formulations for allergic conjunctivitis?

A)Antihistamines
B)Decongestants
C)Mast cell stabilizers
D)All of the above

Answer 1

D
Several agents can be used to treat allergic conjunctivitis, such as mast cell stabilizers, antihistamines, and decongestants.

Question 2

The colored part of the eye is called the:

A)Iris
B)Retina
C)Cornea
D)Lens

Answer 2

A
The iris is the colored part of eye seen through the cornea, which consists of smooth muscles that regulate pupil size.

Question 3

The tympanic membrane is also known as the:

A)Cornea
B)Cochlear membrane
C)Retina
D)Eardrum

Answer 3

D
The tympanic membrane is a thin membrane that separates the external ear from the middle ear and is also known as the eardrum.

Question 4

The generic name for Tobrex is:

A)Gentamycin
B)Tobramycin
C)Timolol
D)Trifluridine

Question 5

The possible side effect common to all ophthalmic preparations is:

A)Eye irritation
B)Blurred vision
C)Sensitivity to light
D)Itching

Question 6

Which type of health care provider cannot prescribe any type of medication?

A)Optician
B)Ophthalmologist
C)Optometrist
D)A and C

Question 7

Which medication can permanently change the color of the eye, thicken and darken the lashes, and darken the eyelids?

A)Timoptic
B)Xalatan
C)Lumigan
D)B and C

Question 8

Dilation of the pupil is:

A)Mydriasis
B)Miosis
C)Response to excessive light
D)Meiosis

Question 9

Which of the following abbreviations means right ear?

A)Au
B)Od
C)As
D)Ad

Question 10

Which of the following products is a prescription indicated for the treatment of severe dry eyes?

A)Artificial tears
B)cyclosporine (Restasis)
C)bimatoprost (Lumigan)
D)timolol (Timoptic)

Question 11

Which of the following categories of medications are used to treat glaucoma?

A)Beta-adrenergic blockers
B)Carbonic-anhydrase inhibitors
C)Sympathomimetics
D)All of the above

Question 12

What is tinnitus?

A)Inflammation of the inner ear
B)Inflammation of the eye
C)Ringing or buzzing in the ears
D)Buildup of earwax

Question 13

Which of the following is not considered to be one of the four layers of the eyelid?

A)Muscle
B)Lashes
C)Connective tissue
D)Conjunctiva

Question 14

Where in the pharmacy would latanoprost (Xalatan) be found?

A)On the shelf with the ophthalmic products
B)On the shelf with the optic products
C)In the refrigerator
D)In the narcotics drawer

Question 15

The ear is responsible for:

A)Hearing
B)Balance
C)Maintaining equilibrium
D)All of the above

Question 16

General considerations regarding ophthalmic antibiotics include:

A)Maintaining sterility
B)Not using them with contacts in the eyes
C)Shaking them well
D)A and B

Question 17

Ketoprofen and flurbiprofen are ophthalmic:

A)Antihistamines
B)Steroids
C)Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
D)Antibiotics

Question 18

Which of the following is not a sensory organ?

A)Eyes
B)Ears
C)Nose
D)Throat

Question 19

What is the abbreviation for ointment?

A)O
B)Ung
C)Ungu
D)Oin

Question 20

Which medication is the primary ophthalmic antifungal agent?

A)Azithromycin
B)Ciprofloxacin
C)Trifluridine
D)Natamycin

Question 21

What medication is considered the first-line therapy for bacterial sinusitis?

A)Amoxicillin
B)Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole
C)Azithromycin
D)Clarithromycin

Question 22

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Ophthalmic products can only be used for the eye.
B)Ophthalmic products can be used for both the eye and the ear.
C)Otic products can be used for both the eye and the ear.
D)None of the above statements are true.

Question 23

Similarities among Zantac, Prilosec, and Prevacid include:

A)Being available in OTC and prescription formulations
B)Once-a-day dosing between 15 to 30 mg for GERD
C)The need to be taken before meals
D)A and B

Question 24

Medications for earwax removal include:

A)Debrox
B)Pinnacaine
C)Ceruminex
D)A and C

Question 25

The auxiliary label needed on all antibiotics used for the treatment of strep throat is:

A)Take with food.
B)Shake well.
C)Take until gone.
D)Take at the same time every day.

Question 26

The otic analgesic solution Auralgan is:

A)Antipyrine and benzocaine
B)Cefdinir
C)Acetic acid
D)Isopropyl alcohol and anhydrous glycerin

Question 27

Which of the following conditions can affect the quality of hearing?

A)Cerumen buildup
B)Congenital defects
C)Infection
D)All of the above

Question 28

Goals of antibiotic treatment for streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat) include reducing the:

A)Duration and severity of the illness.
B)Incidence of complications.
C)Transmission of the bacteria to others.
D)All of the above are goals of the treatment for strep throat.

Question 29

Acute bacterial sinusitis:

A)Primarily develops as a secondary infection after an upper respiratory viral infection.
B)Will typically improve after 7 to 10 days without treatment.
C)Is easy to distinguish from viral sinusitis.
D)Does not include congestion and fever.

Question 30

PPIs used to inhibit gastric acid secretion are:

A)Positive proton inhibitors
B)Proton producing inhibitors
C)Proton pump inhibitors
D)None of the above

Question 31

Bacteriostatic agents:

A)Kill the bacteria.
B)Limit bacterial growth.
C)Assist the body's immune system in fighting off the bacteria.
D)Both B and C answers apply.

Question 32

Which of the following statements is not true regarding GERD?

A)Treatment includes avoiding certain foods.
B)Medication treatment includes the use of antacids.
C)Medication treatment includes proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and histamine 2 (H₂)-antagonists.
D)Medications are available by prescription only.

Question 33

What is GERD?

A)Gastric exertion reflux disease
B)Gastric esophagus reflux disorder
C)Gastroesophageal reflux disease
D)Gastroesophageal regurgitation disease