Question 1

Which of the following is the most appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when caring for a patient with suspected tuberculosis?

Accepted Answer

N95 mask, gloves, and eye protection

Question 2

A new medication is being developed for a rare disease. Which legislation was specifically designed to encourage this process?

Accepted Answer

Orphan Drug Act

Question 3

A patient is prescribed a medication with a narrow therapeutic index. What does this imply?

Accepted Answer

The difference between the effective and toxic dose is small

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the difference between a generic and a trade (brand) drug name?

Accepted Answer

The trade name is registered and capitalized; the generic name is not

Question 5

A pediatric patient weighing 20 kg requires a medication dosed at 0.1 mg/kg. What is the correct dose to administer?

Accepted Answer

$$2\ \mathrm{mg}$$

Question 6

Which route of drug administration provides the most rapid onset of action but also carries the highest risk of adverse effects?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous (IV)

Question 7

A patient develops a rash and difficulty breathing after receiving a medication. This is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Allergic reaction

Question 8

Which of the following is a suspension and not a solution?

Accepted Answer

Activated charcoal

Question 9

A patient is taking two medications that both lower blood pressure. The combined effect is greater than the sum of their individual effects. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Synergism

Question 10

Which of the following is a key step in preventing medication errors during drug administration?

Accepted Answer

Checking the medication label three times before administration

Question 11

A drug is administered sublingually. What is the primary advantage of this route?

Accepted Answer

It bypasses the gastrointestinal tract and provides rapid absorption

Question 12

Which of the following is a legal requirement for the storage of narcotics in a prehospital setting?

Accepted Answer

They must be kept under lock and key or on the paramedic’s person

Question 13

A patient is taking morphine and develops tolerance. Which of the following best describes this phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

The patient requires higher doses to achieve the same effect

Question 14

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the enteral route of drug administration?

Accepted Answer

Absorbed dosage may vary due to digestive enzymes or GI tract condition

Question 15

A medication is administered via the intraosseous (IO) route during cardiac arrest. What is a key advantage of this route?

Accepted Answer

It provides a rate and onset of action similar to IV administration

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT one of the 'Seven Rights' of medication administration?

Accepted Answer

Right to Privacy

Question 17

A patient is prescribed a drug that is metabolized by the liver. In which population should you be most cautious due to possible altered drug effects?

Accepted Answer

Geriatric patients

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'potency' in pharmacology?

Accepted Answer

The dose required to produce a specific effect

Question 19

A patient is given two drugs with similar effects, and the total response is equal to the sum of their individual effects. This is known as:

Accepted Answer

Summation (additive effect)

Question 20

Which of the following is a critical step if a medication error occurs?

Accepted Answer

Report the error immediately to a supervisor and hospital staff

Introduction to Pharmacology: Principles, Precautions, and Drug Administration

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