Read moreGeneral Pediatric-related - MCQs 1-10

Page 1 of 3

1. Didofenac sodium (Voltaren) is most similar in action to
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

2. Iron is required by the body to maintain normal
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Read moreThe following represents an essential element to an effective quality council?

3. Nerves in the human body that transmit their impulses by releasing acetylcholine are known as ...... nerves.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

4. Which of the following antiarrhythmic agents is (are) associated with an adverse effect known as cinchonism?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

5. Which of the following statements is (are) true of metronidazole (Flagyl)?
I. It is indicated for the treatment of migraine headaches.
II. It is used to treat superficial fungal infections.
III. It has antiprotozoal activity.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

6. The anti-inflammatory effect of NSAIDs is due to their ability to
1. inhibit prostaglandin synthesis
II. inhibit the stimulation of the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ)
III. reset the hypothalamic "setpoint"
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

7. Isotretinoin (Accutane) is a drug employed in the treatment of severe recalcitrant cystic acne. Which one of the following is NOT an adverse effect associated with its use?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

8. Which of the following agents is (are) used as anorexiants?
I. sibutramine (Meridia)
II. mazindol (Sanorex, Mazanor)
III. benzphetamine (Didrex)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

9. Stavudine (Zerit) is an antiviral agent employed in the treatment of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

10. Which of the following drugs is (are) H1-histamine receptor antagonists?
I. diphenhydramine
II. hydroxyzine
III. famotidine
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

11. Methadone (Dolophine) is a (an)
I. analgesic drug
II. controlled substance
III. narcotic antagonist
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

12. Diflunisal (Dolobid) is most likely to be prescribed for the treatment of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

13. Which of the following is a COMT inhibitor?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

14. Timentin is a product that contains ticarcillin disodium and clavulanate potassium. Clavulanate potassium
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

15. Which one of the following drugs is employed in treating acute attacks of gout?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

16. Beta carotene is considered to be a precursor for
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

17. Which of the following agents is (are) indicated for use in the treatment of emesis?
I. dronabinol (Marinol)
II. granisetron (Kytril)
III. nalbumetone (Relafen)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

18. Sulfones such as dapsone are employed commonly in the treatment of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

19. The most serious potential consequence of ingestion of a liquid hydrocarbon such as kerosene or gasoline is
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

20. Effects expected as a result of inhaling the smoke of cannabis (marijuana) include
I. decreased pulse rate
II. perceptual changes
III. vascular congestion of the eye
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

21. Gingival hyperplasia, hirsutism, and ataxia are adverse effects associated with the use of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

22. The agent most similar in pharmacological action to miglitol (Glyset) is
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

23. Which of the following morphine derivatives is most likely to cause dependence?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

24. Three hundred milligrams of phenoxymethyl penicillin is equivalent to approximately how many units of penicillin activity?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

25. Pamidronate sodium (Aredia) is indicated for the treatment of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

26. Which one of the following drugs is indicated for the treatment of primary nocturnal enuresis?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

27. Gastric intrinsic factor is a glycoprotein that is required for the gastrointestinal absorption of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

28. Latanoprost (Xalatan) is a drug used in the treatment of glaucoma. Which one of the following best describes its pharmacological action?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

29. As an antiarrhythmic drug, tocainide is most similar in action to which one of the following agents?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

30. Most antipsychotic drugs can be said to have which of the following actions?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

31. Which of the following statements is (are) TRUE of buprenorphine (Buprenex)?
I. It is a narcotic agonist-antagonist drug.
II. It is only administered parenterally.
III. It is a phenothiazine derivative.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

32. Which of the following is (are) classified as a broad-spectrum antifungal agent?
I. fluorouracil
II. mebendazole
III. miconazole
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

33. Which of the following agents is (are) indicated for the treatment of chronic inflammatory bowel disease?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

34. In monitoring a patient receiving warfarin for the treatment of acute myocardial infarction, it is important to maintain the INR between
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

35. Which of the following is (are) true of ticlopidine HCl (Ticlid)?
I. inhibits platelet aggregation
II. dissolves blood clots
III. only administered parenterally
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

36. A common adverse effect associated with the chronic use of magnesium antacids is
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

37. Olsalazine sodium (Dipentum) is employed in the treatment of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

38. In the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias, sotalol (Betapace) is most similar in action to
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

39. The use of clozapine (Clozaril) has been associated with the development of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

40. Which of the following drugs is (are) classified as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)?
I. citalopram (Celexa)
II. sertraline (Zoloft)
III. venlafaxine (Effexor)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

41. Which of the following agents decreases the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
I. olsalazine
II. calcium carbonate
III. lansoprazole
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

42. Which of the following agents is (are) used for the treatment of migraine headaches?
I. rizatriptan benzoate
II. methysergide maleate
III. succinylcholine chloride
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

43. Which of the following antimicrobial products is (are) prodrugs?
I. cefpodoxime proxetil
II. dirithromycin
III. clindamycin
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

44. Of the following glucocorticoids, which one has the greatest anti-inflammatory potency when administered systemically?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

45. Which of the following hormones is released from the posterior pituitary gland?
I. growth hormone
II. follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
III. oxytocin
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

46. Drugs employed in reducing elevated serum cholesterol include(s)
I. gemfibrozil (Lopid)
II. cerivastatin (Baycol)
III. pioglitazone (Aetos)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

47. Deferoxamine mesylate (Desferal) is considered to be a specific antidote for the treatment of poisoning caused by
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

48. Which of the following is (are) classified as aminopenicillins?
I. bacampicillin
II. amoxicillin
III. ampicillin
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

49. Zidovudine (Retrovir) is indicated for the treatment of patients with
I. hepatitis B infection
II. herpes simplex infections
III. human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

50. An advantage of salmeterol (Serevent) over isoproterenol (Isuprel) in the treatment of bronchial asthma is that salmeterol
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

51. Which of the following agents is (are) indicated for the treatment of convulsive disorders
I. clonidine
II. tiagabine
III. topiramate
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

52. Which of the following is (are) employed as an antifungal agent?
I. cycloserine
II. mafenide
III. terbinafine
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

53. Which of the following is (are) true of sal-meterol (Serevent)?
I. for the treatment of acute asthma attacks
II. available in an aerosol and inhalation powder form
III. beta 2 agonist
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

54. Which of the following is (are) true of finasteride (Proscar, Propecia)?
I. pregnancy category X
II. employed in the treatment of BPH
III. used in alopecia treatment
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

55. The dose of liothyronine sodium that is approximately equivalent to 100 ).!g of levothyroxine sodium (Synthroid) USP is
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

56. A uricosuric drug is one that
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

57. Trifluridine is useful in the treatment of epithelial keratitis caused by
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

58. Lactase enzyme is available for the treatment of
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

59. Lactulose is used to treat
I. constipation
II. portal-systemic encephalopathy
III. renal tubular necrosis
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

60. Which of the following is (are) true of iso-tretinoin (Accutane)?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.