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Safety Pharmacology Across the Lifespan Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the term for the study of the way drugs influence the body?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Pharmacology. Pharmacology is the study of how drugs interact with the body to produce a specific effect. It encompasses the study of drug actions, mechanisms, and therapeutic uses. Pharmacotherapeutics (A) focuses on the use of drugs to treat diseases. Pharmacokinetics (C) is the study of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion in the body. Pharmacodynamics (D) is the study of the biochemical and physiological effects of drugs on the body. Therefore, pharmacology is the most appropriate term for the study of how drugs influence the body as it encompasses all aspects of drug action.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following just rug strategies is associated with peptic ulcer disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Antibiotics (amoxicillin and clarithromycin). Peptic ulcer disease is commonly caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria, which can be treated with a combination of antibiotics such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin. Corticosteroids (choice A) and hormonal therapy (choice B) are not typically associated with treating the underlying cause of peptic ulcers. Opioids (choice D) can actually exacerbate peptic ulcer disease by increasing gastric acid secretion. Therefore, choice C is the most appropriate treatment strategy for peptic ulcer disease due to its ability to target and eliminate the bacterial infection causing the ulcers.
Question 3 of 5
Your patient is allergic to penicillin and sulfa medications. Which antibiotic can be given safely to the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Step 1: Patient allergic to penicillin and sulfa, ruling out choices A, B, and D which contain cephalosporins. Step 2: Zithromycin (Choice C) is a macrolide antibiotic, unrelated to penicillin or sulfa, making it safe for the patient. Summary: A, B, and D are incorrect due to containing cephalosporins, which can cross-react with penicillin allergy. Choice C (Zithromycin) is the correct answer as it is a safe alternative for the patient with penicillin and sulfa allergies.
Question 4 of 5
A 17 year old asthmatic patient has been told that marijuana may help with his anxiety. Which adverse effect has been associated with marijuana and may be a reason for this patient to avoid use of marijuana?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Short term memory loss. Marijuana has been associated with impairing short-term memory due to its effects on the brain's hippocampus. This may be concerning for the 17-year-old asthmatic patient as it can affect cognitive function, learning, and overall daily functioning. Other choices are incorrect: B: Hepatitis is not directly associated with marijuana use. C: Hyperthermia is more commonly linked to stimulant drug use rather than marijuana. D: Hyponatremia is not a well-known adverse effect of marijuana.
Question 5 of 5
Which prescriber action will have the greatest impact on the patient's commitment to adherence to any type of medication therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because providing medication education that the patient can easily understand will empower the patient with knowledge about their medication, leading to better understanding, motivation, and commitment to adherence. This action promotes patient engagement and self-efficacy, enhancing their ability to follow the prescribed therapy. Choice A is incorrect because insurance coverage does not directly impact a patient's commitment to adherence. Choice B is less impactful as the form of medication may not significantly influence adherence compared to education. Choice C, while beneficial in simplifying the regimen, does not address the underlying factors affecting adherence like understanding.