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WorksheetsPS5/IPA5 Quiz 5-6
Total questions: 64
Worksheet time: 42mins
Quiz 5: Which of the following describe allopurinol?
Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Skeletal muscle relaxant
Used to treat gout
Prevents kidney stones
Quiz 5: What is important to counsel a patient on when starting Zyloprim?
May take 2 - 6 weeks to start working
Make sure to get adequate fluids
Take on an empty stomach
Take at onset of acute gouty flare (used PRN)
Quiz 5: Which of the following side effects of colchicine is considered "dose limiting"?
Diarrhea
Constipation
Headache
Shivering
Quiz 5: What are important considerations for patients before starting allopurinol?
HLA testing (can cause severe dermatitis)
Renal function
Bone health
Thyroid health
Quiz 5: Which of the following is available both orally and as an injectable?
Baclofen
Carisoprodol
Allopurinol
Diclofenac
Quiz 5: What is baclofen's pharmacologic category
Skeletal muscle relaxant
NSAID
Alpha-2 agonist
Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Quiz 5: What is important to mention to a patient starting Lioresal?
Do not combine with alcohol
Commonly causes sedation
Do not stop abruptly (can lead to seizure/death)
Commonly causes diarrhea (take with food)
Quiz 5: Which condition is colchicine typically prescribed for?
Gout
Urinary spasms
Hyponatremia
Muscle pain
Quiz 5: What should be considered when patients are prescribed colchicine?
Renal impairment (clearance decreased)
Hepatic impairment (clearance decreased)
Concomitant P-gp inhibitors (ex: amiodarone)
Concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitors (ex: diltiazem)
Quiz 5: Which of the following is structurally related to tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline (and thus has similar anticholinergic side effects)
Flexeril
Voltaren
Colchrys
Soma
Quiz 5: Which of the following are considered potentially inappropriate medications per Beers Criteria?
Cyclobenazprine
Diclofenac
Febuxostat
Methocarbamol
Carisoprodol
Quiz 5: What pharmacologic category is febuxostat?
Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Urinary antispasmodic
Urinary analgesic
Procoagulant
Quiz 5: What should be considered/monitored in patients prescribed Uloric?
CV disease (increased risk of death)
Liver function (may increase LFTs - should monitor)
History of rash from allopurinol
Use of NSAIDs (contraindicated together)
Shellfish allergy (contains chitin)
Quiz 5: Which of the following is only available orally?
Febuxostat
Metaxalone
Celecoxib
Diclofenac
Tolvaptan
Quiz 5: Which of the following has weak MAOI properties, thus should be used with caution with medications that could interact (i.e. SSRIs, tramadol)?
Metaxalone
Carisoprodol
Baclofen
Celecoxib
Quiz 5: Which of the following should not be combined with CNS depressants or sedatives (additive effects)?
Skelaxin
Lioresal
Celebrex
Voltaren
Samsca
Quiz 5: Which of the following is a C-IV scheduled medication?
Carisoprodol
Metaxalone
Tizanidine
Colchicine
Quiz 5: Which of the following correctly describes carisoprodol?
Avoid taking with CNS depressants (i.e. opioids)
Caution for falls (dizziness, sedation)
Cannot be combined with NSAIDs
Can be given as a topical gel
Affected by renal and hepatic impairment
Quiz 5: Which are important things to monitor for an inpatient receiving parenteral methocarbamol?
Pulse/EKG (can cause bradycardia)
Seizure activity (not recommended in patients with seizure disorder)
Risk of falls (drowsiness, dizziness)
Renal function (contains polyethylene glycol which can accumulate)
Signs of infection (immunosuppressant effects)
Quiz 5: Which class of drugs should be used with caution or even avoided in patients on Robaxin?
Central-acting muscle relaxants
Strong CYP substrates
P-glycoprotein inhibitors
NSAIDs
CNS depressants
Quiz 5: Which of the following has a potentially deadly drug interaction with ciprofloxacin due to increased toxicity?
Tizanidine
Allopurinol
Methocarbamol
Meloxicam
Quiz 5: Which of the following correctly describes celecoxib?
NSAID (non-selective)
NSAID (COX 2 selective)
Centrally-acting skeletal muscle relaxant
Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Quiz 5: Which of the following correctly describes diclofenac?
NSAID (non-selective)
NSAID (COX 2 selective)
Centrally-acting skeletal muscle relaxant
Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Quiz 5: Which of the following correctly describes meloxicam?
NSAID (non-selective)
NSAID (COX 2 selective)
Centrally-acting skeletal muscle relaxant
Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Quiz 5: Which patients should not receive Celebrex?
Those with aspirin allergy
Those with sulfonamide allergy
Those with renal failure
Those with significant CV disease
Quiz 5: What are some reasonable counseling points for celecoxib?
Take with food to minimize GI effects
Can lead to fluid retention / weight gain
Make sure skin is dry before applying the gel
Best taken before bed (sedating)
Quiz 5: Which is available as an OTC gel formulation?
Diclofenac
Celecoxib
Meloxicam
Methocarbamol
Quiz 5: In general, what are some important considerations / precautions with NSAIDs?
Pregnancy
Renal function
GI issues (i.e. GERD, risk of ulcers)
Conditions sensitive to fluid overload (i.e. HTN, heart failure)
Concomitant blood thinners
Quiz 5: In general, patients on chronic NSAIDs (especially geriatric) should be monitored for which of the following?
Possible GI bleeding
Renal function
HbA1c
Blood pressure / fluid status (i.e. swelling)
Quiz 5: Which is available by mouth only?
Diclofenac
Celecoxib
Meloxicam
Tolvaptan
Quiz 5: What are expected side effects of tolvaptan?
Dry mouth
Thirst
Nausea
Sedation
Scaly skin
Quiz 5: Which of the following are FDA-approved indications for tolvaptan
Hyponatremia
Hypernatremia
SIADH (syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone)
Gout
Muscle spasms
Quiz 5: Which of the following formulations are methocarbamol available in?
Oral
Injectable
Suppository
Topical gel
Quiz 5: How does Samsca work?
Vasopressin receptor (V2) inhibitor
Synthetic ADH
Skeletal muscle relaxant
NSAID
Quiz 5: What is important to monitor closely in patients on Samsca?
Sodium level
Potassium level
Calcium level
Vitamin B12 level
Quiz 6: Which of the following is available OTC?
Adapalene
Brimonidine
Risedronate
Clobetasol
Quiz 6: Which of the following are important counseling points for patients using Differin?
Use sunscreen / avoid excess sunlight
May dry skin, be sure to adequately moisturize
Should notice a reduction in itching within a week
Take with food
Quiz 6: Which of the following is FDA-approved for acne?
Adapalene
Clotrimazole / betamethasone
Crisaborole
Timolol
Quiz 6: Which of the following are bisphosphonates?
Fosamax
Actonel
Temovate
Eucrisa
Quiz 6: Which of the following are available orally?
Alendronate
Adapalene
Latanoprost
Risedronate
Quiz 6: Which of the following is used for both treatment and prevention of osteoporosis?
Fosamax
Actonel
Lotemox
Temovate
Quiz 6: Which are important counseling points for patients on oral bisphosphonates?
Sit upright for at least 30 min after taking
Take on empty stomach
Ensure adquate calcium / vitamin D supplementation (separated of course)
Take at bedtime
Take with full glass of water
Quiz 6: Which are ophthalamic products?
Lumigan
Lumify
Xalatan
Timoptic
Travatan-Z
Quiz 6: Which of the following should be dose adjusted for patients with renal impairment?
Fosamax
Actonel
Timoptic
Eucrisa
Quiz 6: Which of the following is a side effect of bimatoprost, which is now also an indication?
Eyelash growth
White eyes
Improvement of under eye bags
Loss of "crows feet" next to eyes
Quiz 6: Which of the following is used in glaucoma?
Bimatoprost
Brimonidine
Latanoprost
Timolol
Travoprost
Quiz 6: What class of drug is Lumigan?
Synthetic prostaglandin analog
Prostaglandin antagonist
Alpha-2 agonist
Beta-blocker
Corticosteroid
Quiz 6: What class of drug is brimonidine?
Synthetic prostaglandin analog
Prostaglandin antagonist
Alpha-2 agonist
Beta-blocker
Corticosteroid
Quiz 6: What class of drug is Xalatan?
Synthetic prostaglandin analog
Prostaglandin antagonist
Alpha-2 agonist
Beta-blocker
Corticosteroid
Quiz 6: What would Lumify be used for?
Red eyes
Conjunctivitis
Itchy eyes
Eyelash growth
Quiz 6: What class of drug is Timoptic?
Synthetic prostaglandin analog
Prostaglandin antagonist
Alpha-2 agonist
Beta-blocker
Corticosteroid
Quiz 6: What class of drug is Travatan-Z?
Synthetic prostaglandin analog
Prostaglandin antagonist
Alpha-2 agonist
Beta-blocker
Corticosteroid
Quiz 6: How is clobetasol available?
Topical cream
Topical gel
Shampoo
Oral
Injectable
Quiz 6: Which are/contain corticosteroids?
Temovate
Lotrisone
Lotemax
Restasis
Eucrisa
Quiz 6: Which of the following is a combination product used to manage fungal infections (i.e. "tineas")
Lotrisone
Lotemax
Lumigan
Latisse
Quiz 6: What pharmacologic category is crisaborole?
PDE4 inhibitor
Corticosteroid
Alpha blocker
Vitamin A derivative
Quiz 6: Which of the following is correct regarding crisaborole?
Topical product
Used to manage atopic dermatitis
Not associated with cancer risk
Cannot be used in children
Quiz 6: Which of the following is used to manage low tear production due to autoimmune issues?
Restasis
Xalatan
Timoptic
Lumify
Quiz 6: What are correct counseling points for cyclosporine opthalmic?
Can cause burning sensation
Can cause some blurry vision
Single-use packs (dispose after)
Can cause dry eye
Quiz 6: Who might receive a prescription for Lotemax?
Conjunctivitis
Inflammatory condition of the eye
Osteoporosis prevention
Eyelash growth
Acne
Quiz 6: What are some adverse effects to monitor for in patients on loteprednol?
Burning sensation
Photophobia
Increased intraocular pressure (if concomitant glaucoma)
Thrush
Quiz 6: Which is true regarding timolol?
Available as both solution and gel
Indicated for ocular HTN and glaucoma
Can be systemically absorbed
Avoid in patients with COPD/asthma, cardiac failure
Take with full glass of water
Quiz 6: Which are pertinent counseling points for patients on travoprost?
Can discolor eyelid
Apply topical cream to itchy areas
Wash mouth after use
Wait at least 5 min before administering another product
Remove contact lenses prior to administration
Quiz 6: Which would be an appropriate recommendation to manage a patient with irritated skin from psoriasis?
Temovate
Eucrisa
Diferin
Lotrisone
