Mosbys Pharmacy Technician 3rd Edition by Teresa Hopper -Test Bank

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Hopper: Mosby’s Pharmacy Technician, 3rd Edition

 

Chapter 5: Dosage Forms, Routes of Administration and Drug Classifications, Drug Abbreviations, and Medical Terminology

 

Test Bank

 

TRUE/FALSE

 

1. None of the abbreviations that are used in prescribing medication look very much alike.

 

ANS:   F

Many of the abbreviations that are used in prescribing medication look very much alike. For instance, mg (milligram) can look like mcg (microgram) when written quickly.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 145

NAT:   Module 18 | IO 2.3.2 (Knowledge) When given an abbreviated instruction for medication use, state the full wording of the instruction.

 

2. Orally-disintegrating tablets (ODTs) require water to dissolve.

 

ANS:   F

Orally-disintegrating tablets (ODTs) may be dissolved in the mouth without water, easing administration for those with difficulty swallowing medication.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 154

NAT:   [none]

 

3. Sprays are composed of various bases such as alcohol or water in a pump-type dispenser.

 

ANS:   T

Sprays are composed of various bases such as alcohol or water in a pump-type dispenser.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 158

NAT:   Module 7 | IO 34.2.6 (Knowledge) State the dosage forms of prescription and nonprescription medications commonly used to treat diseases of the respiratory system.

 

4. All inhalers must be able to be inhaled easily into the lungs.

 

ANS:   T

Inhaler agents are available in a variety of forms, but all must be able to be inhaled easily into the lungs.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 159

NAT:   Module 7 | IO 34.2.6 (Knowledge) State the dosage forms of prescription and nonprescription medications commonly used to treat diseases of the respiratory system.

 

5. One of the main uses of topical powders involves increasing the amount of wetness of an area.

 

ANS:   F

One of the main uses of topical powders involves decreasing the amount of wetness of an area

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 162

NAT:   Module 13 | OBJ 34.11 (Comprehension) Explain the use and side effects of prescription medications, nonprescription medications, and alternative therapies commonly used to treat diseases affecting the dermatologic system.

 

6. Nitroglycerin tablets bypass the gastrointestinal system.

 

ANS:   T

Nitroglycerin sublingual tablets (placed under the tongue) bypass the long trek through the gastrointestinal system and are absorbed readily into the bloodstream.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 165

NAT:   Module 6 | IO 34.1.6 (Knowledge) State the dosage forms of prescription and nonprescription medications commonly used to treat diseases of the cardiovascular system.

 

7. IVPB stands for intravenous parenteral vessel.

 

ANS:   F

IVPB stands for intravenous piggyback.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 145

NAT:   Module 15 | IO 1.2.4 (Knowledge) When given a list of commonly used medical terms, write the accepted abbreviation for each, or when given the abbreviation, write the term.

 

8. The majority of a drug’s final metabolism takes place within the liver.

 

ANS:   T

Most of the final metabolism of a drug takes place in the liver.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 145

NAT:   Module 8 | IO 34.3.2 (Comprehension) Explain the basic physiology of the gastrointestinal system.

 

9. The various storage requirements of medications are unimportant for the technician to learn.

 

ANS:   F

The various storage requirements of medications are important for the technician to learn.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 174

NAT:   Module 17 | OBJ 10.3 (Application) Follow established policies and procedures for placing pharmaceuticals, durable medical equipment, devices, and supplies in inventory under proper storage conditions.

 

10. Repackaging medications have their own guidelines.

 

ANS:   T

In addition to manufacturer storage requirements, repackaging medications have their own guidelines, which have been established by the FDA.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 174

NAT:   Module 17 | OBJ 10.5 (Application) Follow established policies and procedures for documenting repackaging or the removal from inventory of expired/discontinued pharmaceuticals, durable medical equipment, devices, supplies, or recalled items in these same categories.

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

1. Much of the terminology in pharmacy and medicine comes from the ____ and ____ languages.

a.	German and Russian	c.	Latin and Greek
b.	Latin and Russian	d.	German and Greek

 

 

ANS:   C

Much of the terminology in pharmacy and medicine comes from the Latin and Greek languages.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 174

NAT:   [none]

 

2. Dosage forms can be divided into three major categories, which are ____, ____, and ____.

a.	Tablets, extended-release agents, patches
b.	Solids, liquids, semisolids
c.	Solids, elixirs, semisolids
d.	Extended-release agents, liquids, tablets

 

 

ANS:   B

All the different dosage forms can be divided into three major categories: solids, liquids, and semisolids.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 152

NAT:   [none]

 

3. Which of the following is not a component that determines the rate of release of biomaterials?

a.	Water insoluble	c.	pH independent
b.	pH dependent	d.	Toxicity

 

 

ANS:   D

There are three different components that determine the rate of release: water insoluble agents (e.g., ethyl cellulose), pH dependent (e.g., sodium alginate), and pH independent (e.g., hydroxypropyl methylcellulose)

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    2 (Comprehension)                             REF:    p. 156

NAT:   [none]

 

4. Syrups are ____-based solutions that have medication dissolved into them.

a.	Magnesium	c.	Calcium
b.	Potassium	d.	Sugar

 

 

ANS:   D

Syrups are sugar-based solutions that have medication dissolved into them.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 158

NAT:   [none]

 

5. Sprays are composed of various bases, such as ____ or ____ in a pump-type dispenser.

a.	Alcohol, water	c.	Sodium, water
b.	Alcohol, sodium	d.	None of the above

 

 

ANS:   A

Sprays are composed of various bases, such as alcohol or water in a pump-type dispenser.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 158

NAT:   Module 7 | IO 34.2.6 (Knowledge) State the dosage forms of prescription and nonprescription medications commonly used to treat diseases of the respiratory system.

 

6. Most inhalants are propelled by the use of various:

a.	Gases	c.	Semisolids
b.	Liquids	d.	Both B and C

 

 

ANS:   A

Most inhalants are propelled by the use of various gases.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 159

NAT:   Module 7 | IO 34.2.6 (Knowledge) State the dosage forms of prescription and nonprescription medications commonly used to treat diseases of the respiratory system.

 

7. Suspension dosage forms are also formulated to be used:

a.	Topically, vaginally, in the ear, and parenterally
b.	Rectally, vaginally, topically, and in the eye and ear
c.	Topically, in the eye and ear, and vaginally
d.	Topically, in the eye and ear, rectally, and parenterally

 

 

ANS:   D

Suspension dosage forms are also formulated to be used topically, in the eye and ear, rectally, and even parentally.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    2 (Comprehension)                             REF:    p. 160

NAT:   [none]

 

8. The typical amount of time it takes evacuation enemas to work is:

a.	Less than 10 hours	c.	Less than 10 minutes
b.	More than 10 minutes	d.	More than 10 hours

 

 

ANS:   C

The typical amount of time it takes evacuation enemas to work is less than 10 minutes.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 160

NAT:   [none]

 

9. Ointments work well on the skin surface to cover an area while keeping out:

a.	Pathogens	c.	Glycol
b.	Moisture	d.	Sunlight

 

 

ANS:   B

Ointments contain medication in a glycol or oil base, such as petrolatum. These work well on a skin surface to cover an area while keeping out moisture.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 161

NAT:   Module 13 | IO 34.11.6 (Knowledge) State the dosage forms of prescription and nonprescription medications commonly used to treat diseases of the dermatologic system.

 

10. Ampules can range in volume from 0.5 to ____ ml.

a.	1	c.	5
b.	50	d.	500

 

 

ANS:   B

Ampules can range in volume from 0.5 to 50 ml.

 

PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)                                   REF:    p. 162

NAT:   Module 35 | OBJ 3.7 (Application) Accurately determine the correct amounts of ingredients for a compounded product.

 

MATCHING

 

Match the term with the correct definition.

a.	The relationship between two drugs that have the same dosage form and have similar bioavailability
b.	Medication administered by injection or topically that bypasses the gastrointestinal system
c.	The processes by which the body breaks down or converts medications to active or inactive substances
d.	The final elimination of a drug from the body
e.	The taking in of nutrients and drugs from food and liquids
f.	Medications that can be purchased without a prescription
g.	To place into
h.	The degree to which a drug or other substance becomes available to the target tissue after administration
i.	The study of the absorption, metabolism, distribution, and excretion of drugs
j.	Drugs that require a prescription

 

 

1. Absorption

 

2. Bioavailability

 

3. Bioequivalence

 

4. Excretion

 

5. Instill

 

6. Legend drugs

 

7. Metabolism

 

8. Over-the-counter (OTC)

 

9. Parenteral medication

 

10. Pharmacokinetics

 

1. ANS:   E                     PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 144              NAT:   [none]

 

2. ANS:   H                     PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 144

 

3. ANS:   A                     PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 144

 

4. ANS:   D                     PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 144

 

5. ANS:   G                     PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 144

 

6. ANS:   J                      PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 144

 

7. ANS:   C                     PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 144

 

8. ANS:   F                      PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 145

 

9. ANS:   B                     PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 145

 

10. ANS:   I                      PTS:    1                      DIF:    1 (Knowledge)

REF:    p. 145