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2nd Examination - Subject: PHARMA IM

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 30mins

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Date
1.

Midwives play a vital role in administering, monitoring, and evaluating drug treatments during pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the postpartum period. Through a solid understanding of pharmacology, midwives ensure that each medication given is appropriate, accurately dosed, and safely delivered—helping prevent complications and saving lives.

a)

To delay the labor progression

b)

To ensure safe and effective treatment of maternal conditions

c)

To promote hospital dependency

d)

To reduce midwife workload

2.

A midwife must always verify the 14 rights of Drug Administration. Which of the following is NOT part of these rights?

a)

Right patient

b)

Right room

c)

Right dose

d)

Right time

3.

A uterotonic is a drug that causes the uterus to contract, and these drugs are used to induce labor, control postpartum hemorrhage, and aid in the delivery of the placenta. Which of the following is an example of a uterotonic drug?

a)

Oxytocin

b)

Magnesium sulfate

c)

Hydralazine

d)

Ampicillin

4.

Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication characterized by new-onset high blood pressure and signs of organ damage, such as the kidneys or liver, usually developing after the 20th week of pregnancy. Which medication is used to prevent eclampsia in pregnant women?

a)

Diazepam

b)

Magnesium sulfate

c)

Oxytocin

d)

Ferrous sulfate

5.

Anemia of pregnancy is a condition where a pregnant person has a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells or hemoglobin, which are needed to carry oxygen throughout the body. Which hematologic agent is routinely given to prevent anemia in pregnancy?

a)

Vitamin A

b)

Iron + Folic acid

c)

Calcium carbonate

d)

Vitamin D

6.

Medication can help during pregnancy by managing symptoms like nausea or pain, treating pre-existing chronic conditions, and addressing pregnancy-related complications such as high blood pressure. Which of the following is the main reason why corticosteroids are administered in pregnancy?

a)

Relieve pain during labor

b)

Enhance fetal lung maturity

c)

Reduce blood pressure

d)

Stimulate contractions

7.

Pharmacology is at the heart of evidence-based maternal and newborn care. Mastery of these basics equips you to provide safe, effective, and compassionate service in every stage of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Which of the following is the indication of administering antibiotics to pregnant women?

a)

Hypertension

b)

Infection

c)

Anemia

d)

Pain

8.

Severe preeclampsia is a serious form of pregnancy-related high blood pressure that involves high blood pressure (≥160/110 mmHg) and signs of damage to other organ systems, such as the kidneys, liver, and brain. Which of the following drug is used to lower blood pressure?

a)

Labetalol

b)

Ampicillin

c)

Oxytocin

d)

Ibuprofen

9.

Tocolytics are medications used to suppress uterine contractions and delay preterm labor. By relaxing the uterine muscles, these drugs can briefly stop premature birth, providing time for the mother to be transferred to a specialized facility. Which of the following acts as a tocolytic?

a)

Terbutaline

b)

Oxytocin

c)

Misoprostol

d)

Ferrous sulfate

10.

Pharmacology is crucial in midwifery to ensure the safe and effective use of medications during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum for both mother and baby. Which of the following is the purpose of analgesics?

a)

Controlling infections

b)

Relieving pain

c)

Reducing blood pressure

d)

Stimulate contractions

11.

IV therapy provides a rapid way to deliver substances into the body, ensuring quick absorption and action, making it ideal for restoring hydration, correcting electrolyte imbalances, delivering medications, providing nutrition, and in emergency situations. Which of the following IV therapy is directly administered?

a)

Intravenous

b)

Intramuscular

c)

Subcutaneous

d)

Oral

12.

Which of the following is the purpose of IV therapy?

a)

Replace oral nutrition

b)

Maintain or restore fluid and electrolyte balance

c)

Replace oxygen supply

d)

Promote rest

13.

Severe dehydration, inability to drink, or complications from conditions like vomiting and diarrhea may necessitate IV treatment. Which of the following is an appropriate IV fluid for dehydration?

a)

D5W

b)

0.9% NaCl or Lactated Ringer’s

c)

D10W

d)

Dextran

14.

IV infusions in the postpartum period are used for a variety of reasons, including medical necessity and recovery support. Which of the following IV therapy choice in postpartum hemorrhage?

a)

IV oxytocin infusion

b)

IV antihypertensive

c)

IV magnesium sulfate

d)

IV dexamethasone

15.

The midwife is taking care of patient in the pedia ward. Upon performing bed bath, she observes swelling and coolness at the IV site. Which of the following indicates the conditions?

a)

Phlebitis

b)

Infiltration

c)

Infection

d)

Fluid overload

16.

Which of the following indicate the presence of fluid overload?

a)

Hypotension and pallor

b)

Dyspnea and edema

c)

Flushed skin

d)

Bradycardia

17.

Which of the following action a midwife should do upon assessing that infiltration in the IV site is noted?

a)

Continue infusion

b)

Stop the IV immediately

c)

Apply heat compress

d)

Ignore the symptom

18.

Which of the following is an ideal action when performing IV administration should always be observed?

a)

Flow rate accuracy

b)

Patient’s body mass

c)

Family consent

d)

Nutrition intake

19.

Medical infusions include fluid and blood for postpartum hemorrhage, while others focus on replenishing nutrients, boosting energy, and providing treatment for conditions like postpartum depression. Which of the following is the classification of DSNS?

a)

Isotonic

b)

Hypotonic

c)

Hypertonic

d)

Colloid

20.

Which of the main purpose of ensuring performance of aseptic technique on every IV therapy?

a)

Prevention of infection

b)

Reduce pain

c)

Address dehydration

d)

Avoid hypotension

21.

Which of the following law defines the scope of practice of midwives in the Philippines?

a)

RA 7600

b)

RA 7392

c)

RA 11148

d)

RA 10918

22.

Under the Philippine Law, which of the following provision would allow the midwife in administering oxytocics?

a)

Only with the physician supervision

b)

In emergency cases only

c)

Without prescription at all times

d)

During antenatal visits

23.

Which of the following law promotes rooming-in and breastfeeding?

a)

RA 11148

b)

RA 7600

c)

RA 7392

d)

RA 10918

24.

Which of the following is mandated under the RA 11148 or the Kalusugan at Nutrisyon ng Mag-Nanay Act?

a)

Iron and folic acid supplementation

b)

Family planning counseling

c)

Free hospitalization

d)

Midwife employment

25.

Which of the following is ensured under the RA 10918 or the Philippine Pharmacy Law?

a)

Medicines are sold only in hospitals

b)

Safe and legitimate drug dispensing

c)

Midwives can prescribe any medicine

d)

Only doctors can give vaccines

26.

Which of the following indicates a civil liability among healthcare workers?

a)

A midwife performs her duties correctly

b)

Harm results from negligence or unsafe practice

c)

The patient refuses medication

d)

Documentation is complete

27.

Which of the following conditions is the result of not monitoring uterine response after giving oxytocin?

a)

Uterine rupture

b)

Eclampsia

c)

Hypoglycemia

d)

Placenta previa

28.

Which of the following violation is when the midwife fails to report adverse drug reactions?

a)

Ethical and legal accountability

b)

Patient’s rights only

c)

Hospital housekeeping rules

d)

Pharmacologic guidelines

29.

Which of the following action protect the midwives from civil liability?

a)

Avoiding documentation

b)

Practicing within legal scope

c)

Delegating tasks to patients

d)

Giving verbal prescriptions

30.

Which of the following is the purpose of continuous education in pharmacology among midwives?

a)

Increased salary

b)

Professional competence and safe practice

c)

Less workload

d)

Automatic promotion

31.

Which of the following systems of measurement is most widely accepted system in medicine?

a)

Household

b)

Apothecary

c)

Metric

d)

Traditional

32.

1 gram is equivalent to ___ mg

a)

1000

b)

100

c)

10

d)

10000

33.

1 teaspoon is equivalent to

a)

1,000mg

b)

100mg

c)

10mg

d)

1mg

34.

1 ounce is equivalent to

a)

10mL

b)

5mL

c)

15mL

d)

25mL

35.

1 pint is equivalent to

a)

15mL

b)

60mL

c)

30mL

d)

45mL

36.

1 liter is equivalent to

a)

100mL

b)

500mL

c)

1,000mL

d)

10,000mL

37.

1 kilogram is equivalent to

a)

1.1lb

b)

2.2lb

c)

10lb

d)

100lb

38.

Which of the following is the apothecary unit for weight?

a)

Grain (gr)

b)

Liter (L)

c)

Teaspoon (tsp)

d)

Pound (lb)

39.

Which of the following reason is considered for the household system considered as the least accurate?

a)

It uses imprecise household tools

b)

It is only for hospitals

c)

It uses complicated formulas

d)

It is restricted to doctors

40.

0.5 g is equivalent to

a)

5mg

b)

50mg

c)

500mg

d)

5,000mg

41.

A primigravid mother in her 26th week AOG was prescribed by the attending physician of 1500mg calcium carbonate. The pharmacist informed you that the available stock is only 250mg/tab. Which of the following figure is the number of tablets to be given to the patient? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

4 tabs

b)

5 tabs

c)

6 tabs

d)

7 tabs

42.

The physician orders codeine gr1/4. When you conferred with the pharmacy, the available is 30mg/tab. Which of the following number of tablets be given to the patient?

a)

0.25 tab

b)

0.5 tab

c)

1 tab

d)

2 tabs

43.

The pharmacy has sent 125mg/5mL suspension of cefuroxime. Dr. JIP orders 100mg orally. Which of the following is the correct dose to be given to the patient? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

2 mL

b)

3 mL

c)

4 mL

d)

5 mL

44.

12-year-old Ice is having an episode of fever. The attending physician orders paracetamol 500mg per tablet. Upon checking his medicine cubicle, the available stock is only 250 mg per tablet. Which of the following is the correct number of tablets to be given to the patient? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

1 tablet

b)

2 tablets

c)

3 tablets

d)

4 tablets

45.

The doctor orders amikacin 150 mg to patient JC via IV once a day. The available bottle is labeled with 100 mg in 5 ml ampule. Which of the following mL will you give to the patient? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

5 mL

b)

7.5 mL

c)

10 mL

d)

15 mL

46.

A pregnant mother at 24th weeks AOG came to ER-DR because of frequent vomiting. The attending physician orders 1L of IV fluid to run for 8 hours. Which of the following figures is the correct flow rate of an IV? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

80 ml/hr

b)

100 ml/hr

c)

120 ml/hr

d)

125 ml/hr

47.

A newly admitted post-partum patient was ordered with a 1L of D5LR to infuse over 10 hours using a 15 gtt/mL set. Which of the following is the correct flow rate of the IV? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

20 gtt/min

b)

25 gtt/min

c)

30 gtt/min

d)

40 gtt/min

48.

A 12th week primigravida patient came in to the health center for her first prenatal checkup. The doctor prescribes Ferrous sulfate 300mg daily. Several hours after, the patient came back from the pharmacy and told you that the available stock is 150mg/tablet. Which of the following is the correct number of tablets required for the dose? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

1 tablet

b)

1.5 tablet

c)

2 tablets

d)

3 tablets

49.

You are instructing a newly discharge patient with order from the attending physician of Ascorbic Acid syrup 1 teaspoon (tsp). which of the following is the correct equivalent required for the dose? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

1 mL

b)

5 mL

c)

10 mL

d)

15 mL

50.

The physician ordered to start venoclysis with D5 0.3NaCl 1L solution. The IV fluid will be infused for 14 hours and the drop factor of the macrodrip used is 20. Which of the following is the correct IV infusion rate? Show your solution on your answer sheet.

a)

20 gtts/min

b)

24 gtts/min

c)

28 gtts/min

d)

30 gtts/min