Quizzes

Type 2 diabetes results from beta cell destruction, usually leading to absolute insulin deficiency
a. true
b. false

Which of the following is true regarding insulin?
A. insulin is a protein
B. excess insulin causes weight loss
C. insulin is secreted by the islet cells of the liver
D. insulin is typically administered intramuscularly

Relafen
A. meloxicam
B. nabumetome
C. etodolac
D. diclofenac potassium

Which of the following is diagnostic criteria for diabetes?
A. 2 hour plasma glucose of 200 mg/dl
B. FPG of 124 mg/dl
C. excessive thirst and urination
D. A1C of 6.0%

Maximum adult dose of Naproxen
A. 40 mg/kg/day
B. 4 grams/day
C. 1650 mg/day
D. 3.2 grams/day

Dosing for diphenhydramine
A. 7.5 ml every 4-6 hours
B. 3.75 ml every 6-8 hours
C. 7.5 ml every 6-8 hours
D. 3.75 ml every 4-6 hours

Which of the following drug classes stimulate the pancreas to make more insulin?
A. biguanides
B. thiazolidinediones (TZDs)
C. sulfonylureas
D. all of the above

All NSAIDS exert antipyretic effects
a. true
b. false

Which of the following enzymes is produced by the gastric mucosa?
A. COX-1
B. COX-2
C. COX-3
D. none of the above

Correct pediatric dosing of acetaminophen
A. 5 mg/kg/day
B. 10-15 mg/kg/dose
C. 5 mg/kg/dose
D. 10-15 mg/kg/day

Which of the following sensitize the body to insulin and control hepatic glucose production?
A. pioglitazone
B. glyburide
C. sitagliptin
D. metformin

Which of the following stimulates respiratory secretions and induces a productive cough?
A. benzonatate
B. codeine
C. chlorpheniramine
D. guaifenesin

Maximum adult dose of ibuprofen
A. 1650 mg/day
B. 4200 mg/day
C. 4000 mg/day
D. 3200 mg/day

All of the following are complications of GERD except
A. Barrett’s esophagus
B. gastroparesis
C. esophageal erosion
D. stricture

H2 antagonists have the same efficacy as PPIs
a. true
b. false

A 45 year old patient comes to the pharmacy counter complaining of persistent GERD symptoms. Which of the following lifestyle modifications would you recommend to the patient?
A. decreased intake of fatty food
B. eat larger meals
C. increase caffeine intake
D. he should sleep on his side

Which of the following medications is first line for patient with moderate to severe migraines?
A. antidepressants
B. NSAIDs
C. muscle relaxers
D. triptans

What is a potential adverse effect associated with promethazine?
A. diarrhea
B. dry eyes
C. increased salivation
D. urinary incontinence

A tension headache is considered what type of headache?
A. muscular
B. vascular
C. inflammatory
D. traction

Which of the following treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease is an N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist?
A. memantine
B. Aricept
C. rivastigmine
D. razadyne

Recommended daily intake of calcium for a 52 year old female
A. 800 mg
B. 1000 mg
C. 1400 mg
D. 1200 mg

Which acts as an estrogen agonist or antagonist depending on the target tissue?
A. miacalcin
B. actonel
C. evista
D. reclast

Which would you recommend for a 45 year old woman with an intact uterus?
A. ethinyl estradiol
B. premarin
C. ortho tri-cyclen
D. estrace

Which is one of the primary risk factors for osteoporosis?
A. low bone mineral density
B. weight >127 lbs.
C. male gender
D. African Americans

How would you counsel a patient that missed the first pill of Yaz?
A. call your doctor to see about changing to a non oral contraceptive
B. skip the first pill and start with the second pill in the pack
C. wait to take Yaz until after her next period
D. take two pills the following day to catch up

Which blocks the secretion of acid to the stomach via parietal cells?
A. reglan
B. pepcid
C. aciphex
D. zantac

Which of the following medications is only indicated for treatment of osteoporosis in women?
A. zolendronic acid
B. ibandronate
C. alendronate
D. risedronate

What key counseling point should you discuss with a patient concerning bispohosphate therapy?
A. take it at bedtime
B. take on an empty stomach
C. take it with a glass of milk to decrease heartburn symptoms
D. avoid standing for at least 30 minutes after the dose

What would you recommend to a patient if she missed the last two days of her pill pack?
A. use additional non hormone protection for the next week during intercourse
B. take the missed pills to catch up and continue as scheduled with a new pack
C. skip the last two pills and resume with a new pack on the regular scheduled day

Which antagonizes the serotonin receptors?
A. pantoprazole
B. ondansetron
C. promethazine
D. famotidine

Generic for Lunesta?
A. metaxolone
B. zolpidem
C. eszopiclone
D. promethazine

Pharmacologic classification of tolteridone?
A. 5 alpha reductase inhibitor
B. phosphodiesterase inhibitor
C. alpha-1 adrenergic blocker
D. muscarinic antagonist

Which is used for glaucoma?
A. patanol
B. vigamox
C. zymar
D. travatan

Allergic conjunctivitis is highly contagious
a. true
b. false

All of the following are used to treat insomnia except
A. benzodiazepines
B. nonbenzodiazepine sedatives
C. H1 receptor antagonists
D. H2 receptor antagonists

Generic for Evista?
A. raloxifene
B. finasteride
C. risedronate
D. tamsulosin

Brand name for latanoprost?
A. xalatan
B. patanol
C. alphagan
D. travatan

Corticosteroid doses should be titrated down to avoid causing adrenal insufficiency
a. true
b. false

Which of the following is good to recommend for improved sleep hygiene in a patient with insomnia?
A. increase alcohol intake prior to bed
B. exercise prior to bedtime
C. take frequent naps during the day
D. decrease caffeine intake

Which are concerning side effects of oral contraceptives
A. changes in vision (color changes, blurred)
B. increase in infection risk (pneumonia)
C. gastric ulceration
D. blood clots (DVT or PE)

Which of the following is the primary mechanism of action of low molecular weight heparin?
A. more selective inhibitor of factor Xa
B. equivalent inhibitor of factor Xa and thrombin
C. moreselective inhibitor of thrombin
D. more selective inhibitor of vitamin k

Brand name for ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone?
A. Loestrin 24 Fe
B. NuvaRing
C. Yaz
D. TriNessa

Brand name for triamcinolone?
A. Flovent
B. Azmacort
C. Pulmicort
D. Atrovent

The cornerstone of COPD therapy is inhaled corticosteroids
a. true
b. false

Which of the following medications interact with warfarin potentially causing a decreased INR?
A. NSAIDs
B. famotidine
C. carbamazepine
D. antibiotics

Which is a long acting beta agonist?
A. salmeterol
B. tiotropium
C. levalbuterol
D. ipratropium

Which of the following topical formulations is the most potent?
A. creams
B. ointments
C. gels
D. lotions

Which is indicated for BPH?
A. Detrol
B. Reglan
C. Levitra
D. Proscar

Which of the following should be recommended first when a patient’s peak flow is 55% of their best peak flow?
A. take 4 puffs of a short acting beta agonist
B. take 4 puffs of a long acting beta agonist
C. take an extra dose of an inhaled corticosteroid
D. add an oral steroid

Skin atrophy caused by topical corticosteroids is not reversible
a. true
b. false