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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a cold?
a). sore throat
b). fever
c). sinus congestion
d). runny nose |
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Which OTC medication would best treat sinus congestion?
a). guaifenesin
b). menthol
c). camphor
d). pseudoephedrine |
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A cough is classified as chronic if it persists for at least
a. 3 weeks
b. 6 weeks
c. 8 weeks
d. 12 weeks |
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The most suitable treatment for a patient with a productive “wet” cough is
a. codeine
b. guaifenesin
c. dextromethorphan
d. diphenhydramine |
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Which is NOT a quality of first generation antihistamines?
a.Sedation
b.Lipophobic and do not readily cross the blood-brain barrier
c.Not suggested for nursing mothers
d.Impairs CNS |
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| b.Lipophobic and do not readily cross the blood-brain barrier |
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What symptoms are decongestants indicated for?
a.Nausea
b.Heart burn
c.Cough
d.Symptoms of sinusitis |
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Which of the following is not an OTC product for pain?
a.Acetaminophen
b.Naproxen sodium
c.Ibuprofen
d.Methotrexate
e. Magnesium salicylate |
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Which of the following is the best definition of a counter irritant?
a.Any drug that acts to counter or reverse irritation.
b.Any medication that can change the direction of irritation from outer extremities to closer to the body
c.A medication used to produce a paradoxical pain-relieving effect achieved by producing a less severe pain to counter a more intense one.
d.Something that causes a more intense pain to counter and distract from the actual pain. |
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| c.A medication used to produce a paradoxical pain-relieving effect achieved by producing a less severe pain to counter a more intense one. |
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Drugs that have weak or nonexistent analgesic action when administered alone but can enhance analgesic actions when co-administered with known analgesic agents are known as
a.Beta blockers
b.Antipyretics
c.NSAID’s
d.Adjuvant agents |
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A person should seek medical attention if their fever has persisted for more than __ days and the analgesic they have been taking has been ineffective in lowering it.
a.24 hours
b.3 days
c.10 days
d.1 week |
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Which one of the following symptoms would make it necessary for a patient to seek medical attention?
A.Burning sensation in the throat
B.Frequent and persistent heartburn for more than 3 months
C.Belching
D.Difficulty swallowing |
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| B.Frequent and persistent heartburn for more than 3 months |
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Which one of the following would most likely cause heartburn?
A.smoking cigarettes
B.eating a high fat diet
C.eating spicy foods
D.consuming alcohol
E. all of the above |
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Which of the following class of OTC heartburn drugs provide the most rapid relief of symptoms?
a.Antacids
b.Histamine2-Receptor Antagonists
c.Proton Pump Inhibitors
d.Bismuth Subsalicylate |
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What is the mechanism of action of proton pump inhibitors that aids in the symptomatic relief of heartburn?
a.They act as buffering agents by increasing the pH to help reduce the acidity of the stomach.
b.They inhibit H+/K+ ATPase, which irreversibly blocks the final step in gastric acid secretion.
c.They inhibit the binding of histamine to the histamine2-receptor of the parietal cells.
d.They stimulate S cells to release secretins, which increase the production of bicarbonate that help neutralize the stomach acid. |
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| b.They inhibit H+/K+ ATPase, which irreversibly blocks the final step in gastric acid secretion. |
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Which of the following is an OTC agent used to relieve intestinal gas?
a.Phenylephrine
b.Mylicon Infant Drops
c.Magnesium citrate
d.Miralax |
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Which of the following is NOT a non-pharmacological approach to eliminate gas?
a.Relaxing before eating
b.Chewing food thoroughly
c.Gulping and sipping liquids
d.Avoid chewing gum |
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| c.Gulping and sipping liquids |
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Which of the following would not be an exclusion to self-treatment of constipation?
a.Abdominal pain
b.Fever, nausea and/or vomiting
c.Headache
d.Unexplained changes in bowel habits |
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Which of the following is an example of a lubricating laxative?
a.Mineral oil
b.Metamucil
c.MiraLax
d.Magnesium Citrate |
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Why should people with AIDS not use Bismuth Subsalicylate to treat osmotic diarrhea?
A) due to the risk of encephalopathy/neurotoxicity.
B) May cause inflammation of joints.
C) May weaken his or her immune system.
D) May interact with current AIDS medication. |
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| A) due to the risk of encephalopathy/neurotoxicity. |
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Why should Loperamide not be taken with a patient with a fever?
A) Because Loperamide loses its ability to treat non-specific diarrhea.
B) Since it is antiperistaltic drug, it may be toxigenic and promote bacterial infection with patients with a fever.
C) Because Loperamide may increase the patient core temperature to unsafe levels.
D)Because Loperamide may decrease the patient core temperature to unsafe levels. |
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| B) Since it is antiperistaltic drug, it may be toxigenic and promote bacterial infection with patients with a fever. |
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What is not classified as a non pharmacological measure to aid in the treatment of hemorrhoids.
a. Rubber band ligation
b. Increase dietary fiber
c. Hydrocortisone
d. Warm water soaking |
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External Hemorrhoids originate from
a. Superior hemorrhoidal vein
b. Inferior hemorrhoidal vein
c. Columnar epithelium
d. Above the dente line |
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| b. Inferior hemorrhoidal vein |
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Which of the following is false regarding patient with mild to severe dehydration?
A.The patient should keep away from sports drinks and fruit juices because they contain too much sugar which could make the patient more dehydrated
B.Liquilytes and Ricelyte can serve as good dehydration replacement products
C.The patient should not drink Pedialyte due its high sugar content which could upset the patients stomach
D.It is recommended that the patient drink infalyte solution rather than milk when dehydrated. |
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| C.The patient should not drink Pedialyte due its high sugar content which could upset the patients stomach |
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Which nausea and vomiting OTC agent should not be given to children who have or are recovering from the flu or the chicken pox?
A.Mylanta
B.Pepto-Bismol
C.Prilosec
D.Rekematol |
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Which one of these is not a symptom of allergic conjunctivitis?
A.Stinging sensation
B.Burning sensation
C.Hemorrhaging
D.Itching |
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Which of these is an option for OTC self-treatment of dry eye?
A.Non-medicated Ophthalmic Ointments and Artificial Tear Solution
B.Ophthalmic Antihistamines
C.Bear Grease and an Eye Patch
D.Restasis® |
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| A.Non-medicated Ophthalmic Ointments and Artificial Tear Solution |
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Which of the following statement(s) are correct?
A.Treatment for water clogged ears includes using 50:50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol 95% and acetic acid 5%.
B.Hydrogen peroxide is an FDA approved treatment used to soften ear cerumen.
C.Water clogged ears cannot be caused by swimming, humidity, or excessive sweating.
D.Q-tips can be used for impacted cerumen.
E.All of the above |
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| A. Treatment for water clogged ears includes using 50:50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol 95% and acetic acid 5%. |
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Which of the following would you recommend to a patient to treat an ear infection?
A.Auro-dri drops
B.Debrox Drops
C.Time, the infection will get better on its own
D.None of the above, you should see a doctor |
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| D.None of the above, you should see a doctor |
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Which type of dermatitis can result in deformities in the hands, feet and joints?
A. Atopic
B. Contact
C. Psoriasis
D. Seborrheic |
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When treating dermatitis with a medicated shampoo, initially, how often should it be used?
A. 2 times per week
B. 3 times per week
C. 4 times per week
D. 7 times per week |
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A 35 year old man seeks guidance after sustaining a burn to his forearm while removing an item from the oven in his home two hours earlier. The burn is approximately 1 cm2 and is generally red and warm, with a small blister in the center of the affected area. Upon questioning, he reveals that he is in good health, has no chronic medical conditions, has no known drug allergies, and is not taking any medications. Which of the following would be the most appropriate as an initial recommendation to the patient?
A.Immediately seek medical treatment from the emergency room or primary care physician.
B.Pop the blister to relieve pain and pressure and then apply a topical antibiotic.
C.Rub some butter or cooking oil on the affected area to soothe it.
D.Take an oral NSAID to alleviate pain and inflammation.
E.Apply a skin protectant that contains bismuth subnitrate or boric acid. |
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| D.Take an oral NSAID to alleviate pain and inflammation. |
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A burn that results in damage to the entire depth of the epidermis and extends into the dermis, is painful to the touch, and has a blanched appearance would best be described as:
A.A superficial burn
B.A superficial partial-thickness burn
C.A deep partial-thickness burn
D.A full-thickness burn
E.A sunburn |
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| C.A deep partial-thickness burn |
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1.What is an indication of diaper rash ointment?
A)Vitamin
B)Skin protectant
C)Anti-fungal
D)Analgesic |
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2.How often should a patient remove the pad for warts when using topical 12-40% salicylic acid in a plaster vehicle?
A)72 hours
B)3-4 hours
C)24 hours
D)48 hours |
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Which of the following is not a side effect of benzoyl peroxide topical preparations?
a. Bleaching or lightening of hair at the application site
b. Darkening of the skin
c. Flaking and peeling of the skin
d. Increased sun sensitivity |
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Which of the following products is not an OTC product used to treat nonimflammatory acne?
a. Sulfur combination products
b. Benzoyl peroxide products
c. Retin-A Micro® topical gel
d. Salicylic Acid topical solution |
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| c. Retin-A Micro® topical gel |
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Which of the following fungal infections cannot be treated with over-the-counter products?
a.Tinea cruris
b.Tinea pedis
c.Tinea capitis
d.Tinea corporis |
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How long must you use OTC products to treat fungal infections?
a.One day only
b.For the rest of my life
c.Until it looks better
d.2 -4 weeks |
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