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Total questions: 76
Worksheet time: 4hrs 46mins
Which suffix is commonly found in the names of tetracycline antibiotics?
-cycline
-sulf-
-caine
-navir
What prefix or suffix is associated with antiviral drugs that are protease inhibitors?
-navir
-vir, -vir
-clovir
-vudine
Which medication class typically ends with the suffix "-azole"?
Antifungals
Antivirals
Opioids
Barbiturates
What is the suffix for local anesthetics?
-caine
-zepam
-barbital
-profene
Which of the following medication classes is associated with the suffix "-done" or "-one"?
Opioids
Cephalosporins
Antifungals
Beta2-agonists
Which suffix is used for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
-oxetine, -talopram, -zodone
-triptyline, -pramine
-caine
-phylline
A medication ending in "-terol" is most likely used for which condition?
Bronchodilation in lower respiratory conditions
Antiviral therapy
Pain management
Antifungal infections
If a drug name contains the prefix "cef-" or "ceph-", what class does it belong to?
Cephalosporins
Penicillins
Sulfonamides
Aminoglycosides
Which suffix is associated with benzodiazepines, a class of anxiolytics?
-zolam, -zepam
-caine
-cycline
-navir
A medication ending in "-zumab" or "-lukast" is most likely used for which purpose?
Immunomodulation or leukotriene modification in lower respiratory conditions
Antiviral therapy
Antidepressant therapy
Local anesthesia
Which suffix is commonly found in the names of thiazolidinediones, a class of antidiabetic medications?
-glitazone
-pril
-olol
-sartan
Priya is brought to the emergency room after accidentally taking a large amount of acetaminophen (Tylenol). What is the antidote for her overdose?
Acetylcysteine
Naloxone
Atropine
Digibind
Which class of antihypertensive drugs typically ends with the suffix "-pril"?
ACE inhibitors
Beta blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Loop diuretics
A patient is prescribed a medication ending in "-sartan." What type of medication is this most likely to be?
Angiotensin II receptor antagonist
Beta blocker
Thiazide diuretic
Alpha-1 blocker
Which antidote should be administered in the case of opioid or narcotic overdose?
Naloxone
Flumazenil
Protamine sulfate
Vitamin K
If a patient is experiencing toxicity from calcium channel blockers, which of the following is NOT an appropriate antidote?
Naloxone
Glucagon
Insulin
Calcium
A medication with the suffix "-prazole" is most likely used to treat which condition?
Gastrointestinal disorders (as a proton pump inhibitor)
Hypertension (as a beta blocker)
Diabetes (as a DPP-4 inhibitor)
High cholesterol (as a statin)
Which of the following medication classes is matched with the correct suffix?
Beta blockers – -olol
Thiazide diuretics – -pril
ACE inhibitors – -olol
Alpha-1 blockers – -sartan
Mason is brought to the emergency department after being found unresponsive, and it is determined that he has overdosed on benzodiazepines. Which antidote should be administered?
Flumazenil
Atropine
Protamine sulfate
Deferoxamine
Which of the following is the correct antidote for warfarin (Coumadin) toxicity?
Vitamin K
Digibind
Oxygen
Physostigmine
A patient is prescribed a medication ending in "-statin." What is the primary therapeutic use of this medication?
Lowering cholesterol (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor)
Treating hypertension (ACE inhibitor)
Managing diabetes (DPP-4 inhibitor)
Reducing stomach acid (H2 blocker)
Which of the following medications would require the administration of protamine sulfate as an antidote in case of overdose?
Heparin
Aspirin
Digoxin
Opioids
Avery is found unconscious in a garage with the car engine running, and carbon monoxide poisoning is suspected. What is the appropriate antidote?
Oxygen
Atropine
Naloxone
Vitamin K
Which suffix is associated with loop diuretics?
-ide, -semide
-olol
-pril
-thiazide
Lily is brought to the emergency room after being exposed to smoke in a house fire. She is showing signs of cyanide poisoning. Which antidote should be administered?
Hydroxocobalamin
Deferoxamine
Digibind
Calcium gluconate
What is the maximum volume recommended for a deltoid intramuscular injection?
1 mL
2 mL
3 mL
4 mL
Which of the following is a best practice when administering a transdermal patch?
Place patch on wet skin
Cut the patch to adjust the dose
Rotate the application site with each use
Apply patch over previous patch
Why should you never crush enteric-coated (EC) or extended-release (ER, XR) medications?
It makes them taste bitter
It can cause rapid release and absorption of the drug
It increases their effectiveness
It prevents absorption
Which of the following is a correct best practice for administering subcutaneous (SubQ) injections?
Massage the site after injection
Inject into the abdomen, 2 inches away from the umbilicus
Inject into the dorsogluteal site
Use only the upper thigh
When administering eye “ophthalmic” drops, what is the correct procedure to prevent systemic absorption?
Ask the patient to blink rapidly
Ask the patient to close eyes gently and press inner canthus for 1-2 minutes
Instill drops directly onto the cornea
Have the patient look up and away
A patient is prescribed a rectal suppository. Which position is recommended for administration?
Prone
Supine
Lateral or Sims’ position
Trendelenburg
What is the most common site for intradermal (ID) injection?
Upper arm
Abdomen
Inner forearm
Thigh
Which of the following is a best practice when applying a transdermal patch?
Apply to a hairy area
Wear gloves to prevent medication absorption through your skin
Cut the patch to fit the area
Place over an open wound
Harper is preparing to administer an intravenous (IV) medication to a patient. Which site should Harper choose for the IV?
The site that is most convenient for the nurse
The site that will least impede patient activity
The site closest to the heart
The site with the largest vein
What does the abbreviation "AC" stand for in medical terminology?
After meals
Before meals
As needed
By mouth
Which abbreviation means "by mouth"?
IV
SL
PO
IM
What is the correct meaning of the abbreviation "QID"?
Four times a day
Three times a day
Twice a day
Every night at bedtime
If a medication is to be given "PR", how should it be administered?
By mouth
Per rectum
Intravenous
Subcutaneous
Which abbreviation should be used for "milligram"?
mL
Mg
Mcg
TAB
According to the "Do Not Use" list, what should be written instead of "U" for unit?
IU
unit
mg
mL
Why should "Q.D., QD, q.d., qd" not be used in medical documentation?
They are too long to write
They can be mistaken for each other
They are not recognized by pharmacists
They are outdated terms
What is the recommended way to write a dosage to avoid missing the decimal point?
X mg
X.0 mg
X mg or 0.X mg
X0 mg
Which abbreviation could be confused for both morphine sulfate and magnesium sulfate?
MS
Mg
Mcg
Rx
What is the potential problem with using "IU" for International Unit?
It is not a standard abbreviation
It can be mistaken for "IV" or "10"
It is too similar to "mg"
It is not recognized internationally
If a prescription says "STAT", what does it mean?
As needed
Immediately
Every 4 hours
At bedtime
What does "NPO" mean in medical instructions?
By mouth
Nothing by mouth
After meals
Before meals
Which abbreviation is used for "extended-release" medication?
CAP
XR/ER
TAB
TOP
What is the correct alternative to using "MSO₄" or "MgSO₄"?
morphine sulfate
magnesium sulfate
milligram
microgram
Which abbreviation means "three times a day"?
BID
QID
TID
QHS
Jackson is about to administer digoxin to an adult patient. What should he do before giving the medication?
Check the apical pulse for 1 minute and withhold if pulse is less than 60 bpm
Administer the medication immediately
Check the patient’s temperature
Give the medication with food
Which of the following is a key monitoring parameter when administering diltiazem?
Monitor intake and output (I&O) and daily weights
Monitor blood glucose levels
Monitor respiratory rate only
Monitor vision changes
Jackson, a nurse in the emergency department, needs to administer adenosine to a patient with supraventricular tachycardia. What is the correct procedure for administering adenosine?
Give rapid IV push and connect to defibrillator and cardiac monitor
Administer slowly over 30 minutes
Give orally with food
Apply as a topical ointment
Why should gloves be worn when administering nitroglycerin ointment?
To prevent the medication from being absorbed through your skin
To keep hands clean from dirt
To avoid staining clothes
To prevent allergic reactions
Which of the following is a risk associated with furosemide administration?
Ototoxicity with rapid IV administration
Bradycardia with oral administration
Severe constipation
Increased appetite
A patient receiving sublingual nitroglycerin should be in which position?
Lying on a stretcher or in bed
Standing up
Sitting in a chair
Walking around
What is an important step in the management for administering cardiac medications?
Verify electrolyte levels, BP, lab values, and HR prior to administration
Administer all medications at the same time
Avoid monitoring the patient’s history
Only use one IV site for all cardiac patients
Why is it important to rotate sites when administering nitroglycerin patches?
To prevent skin irritation
To increase medication absorption
To reduce medication cost
To avoid confusion
Which medication requires assessment for allergies to sulfonamides before administration?
Furosemide
Digoxin
Diltiazem
Adenosine
What should all cardiac patients have regarding IV access?
At least 2 patent IV sites
Only one IV site
No IV access required
IV access only during emergencies
Which medication is considered a rescue inhaler for acute asthma attacks?
Albuterol (SABA)
Salmeterol (LABA)
Fluticasone
Acetylcysteine
What is a key side effect to monitor for when administering acetylcysteine?
Bronchospasms
Osteoporosis
Insomnia
Constipation
Why should patients rinse their mouth after using inhaled corticosteroids like fluticasone?
To prevent oral thrush
To avoid tachycardia
To reduce insomnia
To prevent constipation
Which pain medication is considered the gold standard for severe pain but carries a risk for respiratory depression?
Morphine
Ibuprofen
Acetaminophen
Oxycodone
What is the maximum recommended daily dose of acetaminophen for adults?
3,000 mg/day
1,000 mg/day
5,000 mg/day
500 mg/day
Which medication should be avoided in patients with kidney disease due to its nephrotoxic effects?
Ibuprofen
Fentanyl
Morphine
Acetaminophen
Samuel is prescribed a transdermal patch for pain management that must be rotated every 72 hours. Which medication is this?
Fentanyl
Oxycodone
Morphine
Ibuprofen
What is an important management step when administering pain medications to prevent constipation?
Encourage fiber and fluids
Monitor for tachycardia
Rotate transdermal patch sites
Rinse mouth after use
Which medication is used to reverse opioid overdose?
Naloxone (Narcan)
Acetylcysteine
Flumazenil
Ibuprofen
What is a common side effect of long-term use of inhaled corticosteroids like fluticasone?
Osteoporosis
Insomnia
Nausea
Constipation
Olivia, who has a history of asthma, visits the clinic for pain relief. Which pain medication should she avoid due to the risk of bronchospasms?
Ibuprofen
Fentanyl
Oxycodone
Acetaminophen
What is the primary reason for encouraging hydration when administering mucolytic medications?
To thin mucus
To prevent insomnia
To reduce constipation
To avoid tachycardia
Which medication is used to treat acetaminophen overdose?
Acetylcysteine
Naloxone
Flumazenil
Salmeterol
What is a major concern when administering fentanyl for pain management?
Respiratory depression
Osteoporosis
Bronchospasms
Insomnia
Why should benzodiazepines and opioids be avoided together?
High risk for overdose
Increased risk of constipation
May cause tachycardia
Can cause nephrotoxicity
Which of the following is NOT a recommended management step when administering respiratory medications?
Monitor respiratory status before, during, and after administration
Encourage hydration for mucolytics
Avoid monitoring for side effects
Ensure proper technique for inhalers and nebulizers
A patient is prescribed sumatriptan for her new diagnosis of migraines. Which statement made by the patient indicates an understanding of the teaching?
This medication relieves my HA by dilating my blood vessels
I do not need to watch my blood pressure before taking this medication
I need to take this medication daily to prevent migraines
I should take this medication at the first symptom of a migraine
