Practice Exam V
Pharmacology & Anesthesia; Diagnostic Procedures Review - 82 Questions
- 1.
Which of the following is not one of the main sources from which drugs are derived?
- A.
Biotechnology
- B.
Animals
- C.
protein
- D.
Laboratory synthesis
Correct Answer
C. proteinExplanation
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- 2.
The entire process of the drug within the body is ____.
- A.
Contraindication
- B.
Pharmacokinetics
- C.
pharmaceutical
- D.
indication
Correct Answer
B. PharmacokineticsExplanation
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- 3.
Which subcategory of drug preparation is a combination of two liquids than cannot mix?
- A.
Emulsion
- B.
suspension
- C.
Solution
- D.
Semisolid
Correct Answer
A. EmulsionExplanation
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- 4.
Which type of drug name is advocated in the health care setting?
- A.
Chemical
- B.
Generic
- C.
Trade
- D.
Brand
Correct Answer
B. GenericExplanation
CHAPTER 9—SURGICAL PHARMACOLOGY AND ANESTHESIARate this question:
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- 5.
Route of administration where medication is placed between the cheek and teeth for absorption is ____.
- A.
Dermal
- B.
inhalation
- C.
Intramuscular
- D.
Buccal
Correct Answer
D. BuccalExplanation
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- 6.
Buccal and sublingual administration are also considered to be ____.
- A.
Intracardiac
- B.
Topical
- C.
Oral
- D.
Inhalation
Correct Answer
B. TopicalExplanation
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- 7.
Drug administered within a joint is ____.
- A.
Subcutaneous
- B.
Intravenous
- C.
Intra-articular
- D.
Dermal
Correct Answer
C. Intra-articularExplanation
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- 8.
Drugs with a high potential to cause psychological and/or physical dependence and abuse are called ____.
- A.
Over the counter
- B.
Chemical
- C.
Prescription
- D.
Controlled substances
Correct Answer
D. Controlled substancesExplanation
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- 9.
The process of drug absorption into the blood stream by capillaries refers to ____.
- A.
Active transport
- B.
Biotransformation
- C.
Passive transport
- D.
Transference
Correct Answer
C. Passive transportExplanation
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- 10.
The transport of the drug substance that occurs once it enters the circulatory system is ____.
- A.
binding
- B.
Distribution
- C.
Barrier
- D.
Absorption
Correct Answer
B. DistributionExplanation
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- 11.
The main function of the liver in metabolism is to ____.
- A.
break down drug molecules
- B.
Transport the drug
- C.
Absorb the drug
- D.
Distribute the drug
Correct Answer
A. break down drug moleculesExplanation
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- 12.
What organ is primarily responsible for the excretion of a drug?
- A.
liver
- B.
lungs
- C.
Kidneys
- D.
intestines
Correct Answer
C. KidneysExplanation
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- 13.
Pharmacodynamics describes the interaction of the ____.
- A.
target organ and circulatory system
- B.
Drugs and capillaries
- C.
Heart and lungs
- D.
Drug molecules and target cells
Correct Answer
D. Drug molecules and target cellsExplanation
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- 14.
The time it takes from administration of a drug and for its action to become evident refers to ____.
- A.
transition period
- B.
Onset
- C.
Duration
- D.
function
Correct Answer
B. OnsetExplanation
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- 15.
What theory states that the active substance in a drug has an affinity for a specific chemical constituent of a cell?
- A.
Drug-enzyme interaction
- B.
Drug-receptor interaction
- C.
Membrane interaction
- D.
Antagonistic drug interaction
Correct Answer
B. Drug-receptor interactionExplanation
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- 16.
Anticoagulant drugs prevent ____.
- A.
Blood-clotting mechanisms
- B.
vomiting
- C.
nausea
- D.
Anxiety
Correct Answer
A. Blood-clotting mechanismsExplanation
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- 17.
The process used to relieve pain during surgical intervention refers to ____ administration.
- A.
Tranquilizer
- B.
Anesthesia
- C.
Narcotics
- D.
Neuromuscular block
Correct Answer
B. AnesthesiaExplanation
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- 18.
Which of the following focuses on altering the patient’s level of consciousness and minimizing pain and awareness?
- A.
Conduction blockade
- B.
General anesthesia
- C.
hypnosis
- D.
Amnesia
Correct Answer
B. General anesthesiaExplanation
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- 19.
Which stage of general anesthesia can lead to patient death?
- A.
I
- B.
II
- C.
III
- D.
IV
Correct Answer
D. IVExplanation
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- 20.
Surgical intervention takes place during the ____.
- A.
Induction phase
- B.
Maintenance phase
- C.
emergence phase
- D.
Recovery phase
Correct Answer
B. Maintenance phaseExplanation
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- 21.
Sellick’s maneuver is also known as ____.
- A.
cricoid pressure
- B.
intubation
- C.
tracheostomy
- D.
ACLS
Correct Answer
A. cricoid pressureExplanation
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- 22.
Which is not a risk associated with general anesthesia?
- A.
Cardiac arrest
- B.
Shock
- C.
Muscle relaxation
- D.
Allergic reaction
Correct Answer
C. Muscle relaxationExplanation
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- 23.
Which agents selectively interrupt the associative pathways of the brain?
- A.
Opioids
- B.
Dissociative
- C.
induction
- D.
tranquilizers
Correct Answer
B. DissociativeExplanation
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- 24.
Benzodiazepines are ____.
- A.
Analgesics
- B.
Sedatives
- C.
Stimulants
- D.
Cholinergics
Correct Answer
B. SedativesExplanation
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- 25.
Where is the endotracheal tube placed?
- A.
Intravenous
- B.
intrathecal
- C.
Trachea
- D.
Lungs
Correct Answer
C. TracheaExplanation
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- 26.
Demerol, Sublimaze, Sufenta, and Alfenta are examples of ____.
- A.
Opioids
- B.
Dissociative agents
- C.
Narcotic antagonists
- D.
Hypnotic agents
Correct Answer
A. OpioidsExplanation
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- 27.
Which agents work by mimicking a release of acetylcholine across the neuromuscular junction?
- A.
depolarizing
- B.
Nondepolarizing
- C.
Cholinergic
- D.
Spinal
Correct Answer
A. depolarizingExplanation
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- 28.
A noninvasive method used to monitor rate, rhythm, and electrical conduction of the heart is ____.
- A.
Blood pressure monitoring
- B.
Electrocardiography
- C.
Cardiac catheterization
- D.
pulse oximetry
Correct Answer
B. ElectrocardiographyExplanation
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- 29.
Antiemetic agents are used to prevent ____.
- A.
Bleeding
- B.
Nausea
- C.
Clotting
- D.
Hypotension
Correct Answer
B. NauseaExplanation
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- 30.
Which of the following provides a breath-by-breath analysis of expired carbon dioxide?
- A.
Capnography
- B.
Spirometry
- C.
Oxygen analyzer
- D.
Infusion control device
Correct Answer
A. CapnographyExplanation
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- 31.
An induced hypothermia level of 68o F and below is ____.
- A.
light hypothermia
- B.
Moderate hypothermia
- C.
Deep hypothermia
- D.
Profound hypothermia
Correct Answer
D. Profound hypothermiaExplanation
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- 32.
Which of the following induces hypothermia?
- A.
Warming blanket
- B.
internal cavity cooling
- C.
Humidification
- D.
Oxygen tent
Correct Answer
B. internal cavity coolingExplanation
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- 33.
The patient warming device that utilizes warm air blown into a special blanket is called ____.
- A.
hypo/hyperthermia unit
- B.
Bair hugger
- C.
Sequential stockings
- D.
Baby warmer
Correct Answer
B. Bair huggerExplanation
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- 34.
Which of the following uses a light absorption technique to assess oxygen saturation levels in arterial blood?
- A.
pulse oximeter
- B.
temperature monitors
- C.
Electrocardiogram
- D.
Arterial catheter
Correct Answer
A. pulse oximeterExplanation
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- 35.
The most widely used amino amide drug is ____ hydrochloride.
- A.
lidocaine
- B.
Mepivacaine
- C.
Bupivacaine
- D.
Cocaine
Correct Answer
A. lidocaineExplanation
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- 36.
Nerve plexus block, Bier block, spinal block, and epidural block are common types of ____.
- A.
local infiltration
- B.
monitored anesthesia
- C.
Cryoanesthesia
- D.
Regional blockade
Correct Answer
D. Regional blockadeExplanation
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- 37.
What type of block is used for surgery of one hour or less in length on an extremity?
- A.
nerve plexus
- B.
Bier
- C.
Spinal
- D.
Epidural
Correct Answer
B. BierExplanation
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- 38.
Patient position, and agent baricity can influence the effect of ____.
- A.
Nerve plexus
- B.
Local anesthetic
- C.
Spinal anesthetic
- D.
Caudal block
Correct Answer
C. Spinal anestheticExplanation
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- 39.
Which is NOT an advantage of spinal anesthesia?
- A.
patient remains conscious
- B.
bowel contraction
- C.
Muscle relaxant
- D.
Hypotension
Correct Answer
D. HypotensionExplanation
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- 40.
Hypnoanesthesia and acupuncture are types of ____.
- A.
Nontraditional anesthesia
- B.
Regional anesthesia
- C.
Topical anesthesia
- D.
Monitored anesthesia
Correct Answer
A. Nontraditional anesthesiaExplanation
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- 41.
Which is the sole responsibility of the circulator?
- A.
identify patient
- B.
Document physical findings
- C.
Document emotional status
- D.
Ensure preoperative duties completed
Correct Answer
D. Ensure preoperative duties completedExplanation
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- 42.
Who is responsible for making mental assessments of patient’s size and condition to anticipate items needed for procedure?
- A.
Anesthesia provider
- B.
circulator
- C.
STSR
- D.
Surgeon
Correct Answer
C. STSRExplanation
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- 43.
Who maintains the sterile field until the patient is out of the operating room?
- A.
nurse’s aide
- B.
Circulator
- C.
STSR
- D.
Surgeon
Correct Answer
C. STSRExplanation
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- 44.
Who is responsible for performing counts?
- A.
Surgeon and first assistant
- B.
Circulator and nurse’s aide
- C.
STSR and circulator
- D.
STSR and anesthesia provider
Correct Answer
C. STSR and circulatorExplanation
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Diagnostic imaging includes which of the following?
- A.
History and physical
- B.
Biopsy
- C.
direct visualization
- D.
Radiography
Correct Answer
D. RadiographyExplanation
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- 46.
An AP radiographic film is taken ____.
- A.
Laterally
- B.
Front to back
- C.
Cephalad to caudad
- D.
posteriorly
Correct Answer
B. Front to backExplanation
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- 47.
A myelogram is used to ____.
- A.
Evaluate the spine
- B.
Assess peripheral vascular disease
- C.
Assess pneumothorax
- D.
Evaluate joint disease
Correct Answer
A. Evaluate the spineExplanation
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- 48.
What is used to enhance visualization of structures during a diagnostic imaging procedure?
- A.
Saline
- B.
Contrast medium
- C.
Lugol’s solution
- D.
Local anesthetic
Correct Answer
B. Contrast mediumExplanation
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- 49.
Which diagnostic imaging procedure allows the surgeon to view anatomic structures during the surgical procedure?
- A.
Conventional X-ray
- B.
Ultrasound
- C.
Fluoroscopy
- D.
MRI
Correct Answer
C. FluoroscopyExplanation
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- 50.
Angiography is used to ____.
- A.
Evaluate the heart
- B.
assess peripheral vascular disease
- C.
Detect ureteral stones
- D.
Image soft tissue
Correct Answer
B. assess peripheral vascular diseaseExplanation
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