Робочий аркуш «Фармакологія» з відповідями

Which drug class is first-line for stopping a seizure in status epilepticus?

1. ABenzodiazepines, such as IV lorazepam
2. BBeta blockers, such as IV metoprolol
3. CAntihistamines, such as IV chlorphenamine
4. DOpioids, such as IV morphine

What is a "high-alert medication"?

1. AA drug that causes more serious harm when used in error
2. BAny drug that is given by the intravenous or intramuscular route
3. CA drug that is expensive and must be kept in a locked cupboard
4. DA new drug during its first year on the market

Psyllium (ispaghula husk) is which type of laxative?

1. AOsmotic
2. BBulk-forming
3. CStool softener
4. DStimulant

Why is IV promethazine given with great caution?

1. AIt is a strong opioid that causes addiction
2. BIt can cause severe tissue injury if it leaks or enters an artery
3. CIt causes a severe rise in blood pressure when it is given intravenously
4. DIt causes immediate kidney failure

A patient with difficulty swallowing is prescribed several tablets. Which one should not be crushed?

1. AA plain aspirin dispersible tablet
2. BA tablet that the pharmacist says may be crushed
3. CA modified-release (extended-release) tablet
4. DA plain paracetamol tablet

Which drug is used for torsades de pointes?

1. AIntravenous magnesium sulfate
2. BIntravenous adenosine (rapid push)
3. COral digoxin
4. DIntravenous verapamil

A patient taking dabigatran has a life-threatening bleed. Which specific reversal agent is used?

1. AVitamin K
2. BAndexanet alfa
3. CIdarucizumab
4. DProtamine sulfate

Why do infants absorb more of a topical corticosteroid than adults?

1. ATheir liver changes the cream into a much stronger form
2. BTheir skin contains no blood vessels
3. CThey have more skin area per kilogram and thinner skin
4. DInfants do not absorb topical drugs at all