Pharmacological Principles! Trivia Questions Quiz
There are different types of medications in existence, and each of them has a specific use. The trivia questions quiz below is designed to test your understanding of pharmacological principles as well as test out what you know about the different types of blood. Give it a shot and get to see how well informed you are. All the best!
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This is a drug that binds to and stimulates the activity of one or more biochemical receptor types in the body.
- A.
Agonist
- B.
Antagonist
Correct Answer
A. AgonistExplanation
An agonist is a drug that binds to and stimulates the activity of one or more biochemical receptor types in the body. This means that when an agonist binds to a receptor, it triggers a response or activates the receptor, leading to a specific physiological effect. In contrast, an antagonist is a drug that binds to a receptor but does not activate it, thereby blocking the receptor's activity and preventing the physiological response. Therefore, the correct answer is agonist.Rate this question:
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- 2.
This is the name that describes a drug's chemical composition and molecular structure:
- A.
Proprietary name
- B.
Generic name
- C.
Chemical name
Correct Answer
C. Chemical nameExplanation
A) Proprietary name is the same thing as a brand name - it is the trade name given by the developer B) Generic or "nonproprietary name" is the original designation of drug during approval processRate this question:
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- 3.
The study of drug-induced congenital anomalies, which deals with the toxic effects that drugs can have on the developing fetus:
- A.
Fetal drug effect
- B.
Duration of action
- C.
Drug-induced teratogenesis
- D.
Adverse fetal drug reaction
Correct Answer
C. Drug-induced teratogenesisExplanation
Drug-induced teratogenesis refers to the study of drug-induced congenital anomalies, specifically the toxic effects that drugs can have on the developing fetus. This field examines how certain medications or substances can cause malformations or abnormalities in the fetus during pregnancy. It focuses on understanding the mechanisms by which these drugs exert their toxic effects and identifying strategies to minimize the risk of harm to the developing fetus.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The broadest term for any undesirable medication-related event inpatient care that is usually iatrogenic in nature (i.e. usually caused by health care professionals but possible by the patient)
- A.
Medication misadventure
- B.
Adverse drug event
- C.
Medication use process
- D.
Adverse drug reaction
Correct Answer
A. Medication misadventureExplanation
A) Correct B) This is an injury caused by a medication or an injury in the administration of a medication C) D) any unexpected, undesired, or excessive response to a medicationRate this question:
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- 5.
This is a term used to quantify the extent of drug absorption.
- A.
Metabolism
- B.
Half life
- C.
Bioavailability
- D.
Distribution
Correct Answer
C. BioavailabilityExplanation
Bioavailability is the term used to quantify the extent of drug absorption. It refers to the proportion of a drug that enters the systemic circulation and is available to produce its desired effect. Factors such as drug formulation, route of administration, and first-pass metabolism can affect the bioavailability of a drug. Therefore, bioavailability is an important pharmacokinetic parameter that helps determine the effectiveness and dosage of a drug.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following methods of administration are ways to bypass the liver?
- A.
PO
- B.
Vaginal
- C.
IM
- D.
Rectal
- E.
Sublingual
Correct Answer(s)
B. Vaginal
C. IM
D. Rectal
E. SublingualExplanation
The methods of administration mentioned in the answer (vaginal, IM, rectal, sublingual) are all ways to bypass the liver. When a medication is administered orally (PO), it passes through the liver before entering the bloodstream, which can result in the medication being metabolized or broken down before it can have its intended effect. However, when medications are administered vaginally, intramuscularly (IM), rectally, or sublingually, they can be absorbed directly into the bloodstream without first passing through the liver, allowing for a more rapid and efficient delivery of the medication.Rate this question:
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Which of the following administration methods encounters the first-pass effect?
- A.
Oral
- B.
Vaginal
- C.
Rectal
- D.
Transdermal
- E.
Inhalation
Correct Answer(s)
A. Oral
C. RectalExplanation
Rectal undergoes both first-pass and non-first-pass routes.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of the following are areas of slow drug distribution?
- A.
Muscle
- B.
Heart
- C.
Skin
- D.
Fat
- E.
Brain
Correct Answer(s)
A. Muscle
C. Skin
D. FatExplanation
Areas of fast distribution are the heart, liver, kidneys, and brain. Areas of slow distribution are muscle, skin, and fat.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of the following aid in drug metabolism?
- A.
Skeletal muscle
- B.
Skin
- C.
Oral Mucosa
- D.
Intestinal mucosa
- E.
Plasma
Correct Answer(s)
A. Skeletal muscle
D. Intestinal mucosa
E. PlasmaExplanation
Skeletal muscle, intestinal mucosa, and plasma aid in drug metabolism. Skeletal muscle contains enzymes that can metabolize drugs, while the intestinal mucosa plays a role in the first-pass metabolism of orally administered drugs. Plasma, which is the liquid component of blood, also contains enzymes that can metabolize drugs. These three factors contribute to the overall metabolism and elimination of drugs from the body.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How many half-lives does it take for a drug to be considered removed from the body?
- A.
4
- B.
5
- C.
6
- D.
7
- E.
8
Correct Answer
B. 5Explanation
After 5 half-lives it is 97% removed from the body.Rate this question:
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Which of these drugs has a low therapeutic index?
- A.
Tylenol
- B.
Warfarin
- C.
Coumadin
- D.
Digoxin
- E.
Heparin
Correct Answer(s)
B. Warfarin
D. DigoxinExplanation
Warfarin and Digoxin have a low therapeutic index. A low therapeutic index means that there is a narrow margin between the drug's therapeutic dose and toxic dose. In other words, the difference between a safe and effective dose and a potentially harmful dose is small. This makes it crucial to carefully monitor the dosage and blood levels of these drugs to avoid toxicity and adverse effects. Tylenol, Coumadin, and Heparin, on the other hand, have a wider therapeutic index, meaning they have a larger margin of safety between the therapeutic and toxic doses.Rate this question:
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- 12.
An eleceated bleeding time (INR) in a patient on Coumadin is a good example of a:
- A.
ADE (Adverse Drug Event)
- B.
ADR (Adverse Drug Reaction)
- C.
PADE (Potential Adverse Drug Event)
- D.
ADWE (Adverse Drug Withdrawal Event)
Correct Answer
C. PADE (Potential Adverse Drug Event)Explanation
A) The answer is not ADE because this is an expected outcome of the medication B) this is not an ADR because it is not an adverse effect as a result of the patients body C) Correct, it is a PADE because it is a known adverse effect of the drug D) it is not an ADWE because this does not occur during withdrawal of the medicationRate this question:
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Which of the following is in the therapeutic range for Digoxin?
- A.
1.0ng/ml
- B.
2.0ug/ml
- C.
2.3ng/ml
- D.
0.4ug/lm
- E.
0.2ng/ml
Correct Answer
A. 1.0ng/mlExplanation
Therapeutic range is 0.5-2.0ng/mlRate this question:
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- 14.
Which of the following are in the therapeutic range of fro Lithium?
- A.
0.9mEq/L
- B.
2.2mEq/L
- C.
0.4mg//L
- D.
1.7mg/L
Correct Answer
A. 0.9mEq/LExplanation
Therapeutic range is 0.6-1.5mEq/LRate this question:
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Which of the following are within the normal range for Dilantin?
- A.
9mcg/dl
- B.
18mg/ml
- C.
18mcg/dl
- D.
15mg/dl
- E.
15mcg/dl
Correct Answer(s)
C. 18mcg/dl
E. 15mcg/dlExplanation
Therapeutic range is 10-20mcg/dlRate this question:
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- 16.
Which of the following is within the therapeutic range for theophylline?
- A.
18mg/ml
- B.
18mcg/dl
- C.
18mcg/ml
- D.
25mg/ml
- E.
25mcg/ml
Correct Answer(s)
C. 18mcg/ml
E. 25mcg/mlExplanation
Therapeutic levels are 10-20 mcg/mlRate this question:
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