Deck 30: Principles of Pharmacology

Question 1

Most drugs today are derived from:

A)natural sources.
B)ethical drugs.
C)patient medicines.
D)chemical sources.

Answer 1

chemical sources.

Question 2

When a pharmacy calls the dental office regarding a prescription,the role of the dental assistant is to:

A)authorize prescriptions for narcotics for extreme pain over the phone.
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.

Answer 2

notify the dentist immediately.

Question 3

Patent medicines are also known as _____ drugs.

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

Answer 3

over-the-counter

Question 4

All the following statements are false regarding prescriptions except:

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 can prescribe medications.
D)prescription pads should be kept in a locked drawer.

Question 5

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

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

Question 6

Licensed medicines regulated by legislation that requires a prescription before they can be obtained from a pharmacist are:

A)patent medicines.
B)over-the-counter drugs.
C)prescription drugs.
D)all of the above.

Question 7

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 8

A specific factor considered by a physician or dentist in determining the dosage of a drug includes:

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 insert included with every prescription filled by a pharmacist includes information about any long-term effects,such as:

A)itchy, scratchy throat and eyes.
B)allergies.
C)possible liver damage.
D)instructions to avoid the use of alcohol.

Question 10

A drug that has no current accepted medical usefulness,has a high potential for abuse,and cannot be prescribed is a Schedule _____ drug.

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

Question 11

A Schedule IV drug is medically useful with a low abuse potential and a refill frequency of _____ times in a 6-month period.

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

Question 12

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 13

Prophylactic antibiotics are used in dentistry to:

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

Question 14

Tylenol,another name for acetaminophen,is a _____ name.

A)chemical
B)generic
C)brand or trade
D)primary or true

Question 15

The physical and chemical process that occurs within a living cell or organism necessary for the maintenance of life is:

A)absorption.
B)distribution.
C)metabolism.
D)excretion.

Question 16

The prescription abbreviationb.i.d.stands for _____ day.

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

Question 17

Bactericidal antibiotics:

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

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

A beta-blocker is prescribed for all the following conditions except to:

A)control blood pressure.
B)slow fast arrhythmias.
C)reduce chest pain associated with angina.
D)lower cholesterol.

Question 20

A professional who is authorized to prescribe medications must have:

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

Question 21

The prescription abbreviation t.i.d.stands for _____ daily.

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

Question 22

"Motrin" is a _____ name.

A)brand
B)generic
C)chemical
D)None of the above is correct.

Question 23

The slowest route of absorption for a drug is:

A)oral.
B)rectal.
C)intravenous.
D)intramuscular.

Question 24

Which of these drugs has no accepted medical use and has the highest potential for abuse?

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

Question 25

When not in use,prescription pads should be kept:

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 26

The dental professional who has the responsibility and the legal duty to prescribe drugs is the:

A)dental office manager.
B)dental hygienist.
C)dental assistant.
D)dentist.

Question 27

The government agency that regulates the sale of medicines is the:

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

Question 28

The precaution to be taken when treating a patient receiving Coumadin who is scheduled for a tooth extraction is to:

A)prescribe an antibiotics prior to surgery.
B)prescribe a diuretic following surgery.
C)prescribe a decongestant prior to surgery.
D)obtain medical clearance from the patient's physician prior to surgery.

Question 29

The schedule of drug that has a clearly accepted medical use and the lowest potential for abuse is a Schedule _____ drug.

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

Question 30

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

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

Question 31

In the presence of a possible penicillin allergy,an antibiotic alternative to prescribe for the treatment of a dental infection is:

A)ampicillin.
B)clindamycin.
C)tetracycline.
D)amoxicillin.

Question 32

Tylenol with codeine,a common drug prescribed in dentistry for analgesic (pain-relief)purposes,is a Schedule _____ drug.

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

Question 33

Drugs are excreted from the body through:

A)the kidneys.
B)breast milk.
C)saliva.
D)the liver.
E)all of the above.
F) both a and d.

Question 34

A life-threatening adverse effect from a body's reaction to a drug is termed:

A)hives.
B)fever.
C)anaphylaxis.
D)rash.

Question 35

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

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

Question 36

A commonly used drug reference is the _____ Reference.

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

Question 37

Where is a subcutaneous injection administered?

A)Into the muscle
B)Under the skin
C)Into the vein
D)Sublingually

Question 38

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

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

Question 39

The prescription notation that indicates a drug should be taken four times daily is:

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