#1
Which of the following is an example of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?
Aspirin
Acetaminophen
Omeprazole
Gabapentin
#2
What does the acronym 'OTC' stand for in the context of medication?
Over the Counter
Outside the Clinic
Oncology Treatment Center
Over Treatment Counter
#3
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
To decrease blood sugar levels
To increase blood sugar levels
To regulate blood pressure
To promote blood clotting
#4
Which of the following is a potential side effect of corticosteroid use?
Weight loss
Hypotension
Insomnia
Osteoporosis
#5
Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat depression?
Lisinopril
Albuterol
Sertraline
Metformin
#6
What is the mechanism of action of statin drugs?
Increasing insulin sensitivity
Inhibiting cholesterol synthesis
Enhancing blood clotting
Relaxing smooth muscles
#7
Which of the following drug classes is commonly prescribed to lower blood pressure?
Beta blockers
Antibiotics
Antihistamines
Anticoagulants
#8
What is the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines?
Increasing dopamine release
Inhibiting GABA receptors
Blocking serotonin reuptake
Enhancing norepinephrine activity
#9
What is the term used to describe the maximum effect a drug can produce regardless of dosage?
Potency
Efficacy
Toxicity
Tolerance
#10
Which of the following drug administration routes bypasses the gastrointestinal tract?
Oral
Sublingual
Intravenous
Rectal
#11
Which of the following statements about drug interactions is true?
Drug interactions only occur when drugs are taken simultaneously.
Drug interactions are always predictable and easily avoidable.
Drug interactions can affect the pharmacokinetics or pharmacodynamics of a medication.
Drug interactions have no impact on the effectiveness or safety of medications.
#12
What is the primary function of beta blockers in cardiovascular medicine?
To increase heart rate
To constrict blood vessels
To decrease blood pressure
To inhibit sympathetic nervous system activity
#13
Which of the following statements about pharmacokinetics is true?
It refers to the study of drug interactions with other chemicals in the body.
It encompasses the body's effect on the drug, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.
It focuses solely on the therapeutic effects of drugs.
It involves the study of how drugs affect behavior.
#14
What is the role of the cytochrome P450 enzyme system in drug metabolism?
It primarily metabolizes drugs in the kidneys.
It breaks down drugs in the liver, affecting their metabolism and clearance.
It regulates neurotransmitter levels in the brain.
It enhances drug absorption in the gastrointestinal tract.
#15
Which of the following drug classes is commonly used to treat bacterial infections?
Antidepressants
Antihistamines
Antibiotics
Antacids
#16
Which of the following drug classes is commonly used to treat anxiety disorders?
Antipsychotics
Antihypertensives
Anxiolytics
Antiarrhythmics
#17
What is the primary mechanism of action of antipsychotic medications?
Increasing serotonin levels in the brain
Blocking dopamine receptors in the brain
Inhibiting acetylcholinesterase activity
Enhancing GABAergic neurotransmission