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WorksheetsPHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM 2025
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 38mins
Which of the following German pharmacologist is the founder of the first Institute of Pharmacology?
Rudolf Bucheim
Arnold Holste
Oswald Schmiedeberg
Rodolphe Archibald Reiss
A German pharmacologist put forward many fundamental concepts in pharmacology. His works include development of the experimental methods leading to the improvement of pharmacological knowledge. Which of the following is known as the Father of Pharmacology?
J Langley
Oswald Schmiedeberg
Rudolf Bucheim
Paul Ehrlich
He was known as the prototype of the physician-scientist and was an ardent supporter of Galenic medicine and introduces the use of chemicals for treatment of disease. Which of the following is considered the Grandfather of Pharmacology?
Valerius Cordus
Dioscorides
Claudius Galen
Paracelsus
He is a Greek physician with the most outstanding figure in the history of medicine. His big legacy is the development of clinical observation that is the diagnosis, prognosis, observation and treatment. Which of the following historical figures that is also described as the father of medicine?
Eber
Pontus
Hippocrates
Charaka
Pharmacology is a vital foundation of midwifery practice. As future midwives, you are not only caregivers but also safe medication handlers and advocates for mothers and newborns. Which of the following is the study of drug movement in the body?
Pharmacognosy
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
Pharmaceutics
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 refers to what a drug does to the body?
Pharmacodynamics
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmaceutics
Biopharmaceutics
Which of the following is considered the oldest, safest and most economical route of drug administration?
Intravenous
Inhalation
Oral
Rectal
Patient XY came in to emergency room due to an increase in blood pressure. The doctor prescribed Captopril 25 mg 1 tab SL NOW. Which of the following sublingual administration is correct?
On top of the tongue
Under the tongue
Inside the cheek
Swallowed directly
Which of the following refers to the placement of drug between gums and cheek?
Oral
Sublingual
Buccal
Parenteral
Which of the following refers to the administration of drug as suppository or enema?
Parenteral
Inhalation
Rectal
Oral
Which of the following is the recommended position for administration of drug via rectal route?
Fowler’s
Supine
Prone
Sim’s (left lateral)
A parenteral route is an injection or infusion by means of a needle or catheter inserted into the body. Which of the following is also correct when referring to parenteral means of drug administration?
Through the GI tract
Outside the GI tract
On the skin
Via inhalation
Which of the following route of drug administration provides the fastest onset in emergencies?
Oral
Intramuscular
Intravenous
Rectal
Nitroglycerin patch is used to prevent angina (chest pain) caused by coronary artery disease. Which of the following is the route of administration of the drug?
Transcutaneous
Sublingual
Oral
Intradermal
Salbutamol is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease such as coughing, wheezing and feeling breathless. Which of the following is the route of administration of the drug?
Rectal
Inhalation
Topical
Oral
The Rights of Drug Administration are vital in midwifery because they ensure the safe and effective use of medications for both the mother and the newborn. Which of the following is NOT part of the Rights of Drug Administration?
Right height
Right drug
Right route
Right patient
By following the rights—such as the right patient, drug, dose, route, and time—midwives prevent errors that could lead to serious complications. Which of the following must be check before the midwife gives the parenteral drug to the patient?
Check for any history of allergies
Check the pulse of the patient
Check the blood sugar
Ensure available liver enzymes test
Most importantly, they reflect the midwife’s responsibility to provide safe, evidence-based, and woman-centered care throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Which of the following a midwife must ensure always?
Assume the dose is correct
Rely only on the doctor’s order
Check the prescription, label and patient name
Skip adverse effect monitoring
Which of the following refers to the danger of incorrect drug administration?
Faster recovery
Stronger immune system
Faster wound healing
Worsening of condition
Which of the following legal basis allows Philippine midwives to give oxytocics in emergencies?
RA 11148
RA 7600
RA 7392
RA 9173
Which of the following drug is used for active management of 3rd stage of labor, treatment/prevention of post partum hemorrhage and stimulate uterine contractions?
Antimicrobials
Anticonvulsants
Hematologic agents
Uterotonics
Midwife JP administer oxytocin 1 amp via IM to a postpartum mother in the delivery room. Which of the following is part of the midwifery responsibility in administering the drug?
Perform uterine massage
Instruct the mother to increase fluid intake
Advise mother to start slow walking exercise one hour after delivery
Instruct SO that lugaw is the food of choice
Which of the following is considered an oxytocics drug that is used in stimulating uterine contractions and preventing postpartum hemorrhage?
Pitocin
Misoprostol
Methergine
All of the above
Which of the following is considered anticonvulsants drugs given for hypertensive disorders in pregnancy preventing and controlling seizures in preeclampsia?
Sodium bicarbonate
D50 Water
Magnesium sulfate
Potassium chloride
Midwife JP administers the magnesium sulfate to patient DT. The patient verbalizes “It’s so hot in here. My face feels really warm.” Which of the following action is the most appropriate for midwife JP?
Administer calcium gluconate
Refer to the attending physician immediately
Apply a cool compress on the injection site
Reassure the patient that facial flushing is a common side effect
Midwife RR is giving a health education to patient who is 36 weeks pregnant and had recurrent UTI. Which of the following is most appropriate for midwife RR to include in the health education?
Ask for any history of allergies to drugs or food
Advise to complete the recommended treatment regimen
Inform patient that GI upset may occur when taking the medication
All of the above
RC is on her first trimester of pregnancy. She came to visit you in the health center. Blood laboratory results reveal a below normal hemoglobin. The physician orders an iron supplements plus folic acid supplementation. Which of the following should be included in the plan of care of RC?
Inform her that iron may have a rusty iron taste
Advise her that milk and iron supplements should not be taken together
Inform patient that GI upset is common and may cause a dark or black stools
All of the above
Which of the following is recommended to be taken together with iron supplement for faster absorption?
Vitamin C
Vitamin B
Vitamin E
Zinc
You were assisting a preterm labor at 34 weeks of gestation at the ER-DR. The attending physician verbally ordered to the nurse to give Dexamethasone IV to the patient. Which of the following is the main purpose of administering the drug to the patient?
To prevent further bleeding
To accelerate fetal lung maturity
To decrease severe pain of the mother
To increase amniotic fluid consistency
Which of the following is the recommended drug used to control maternal blood pressure?
Sitagliptin
Methyldopa
Catapress
Amlodipine
Which of the following is the purpose of administering lidocaine to patient prior episiotomy repair?
To prevent further bleeding
Promotes uterine contraction
Provide comfort and reduce pain
Increase milk production
Which of the following is the main purpose of administering tocolytics like terbutaline to pregnant patients?
To delay preterm labor
To stimulate contraction
To promote latching
To prevent bleeding
Which of the following refers to the name given to drug that is used to identify the drug in a clinical or marketing situation?
Chemical name
Non-proprietary name
Proprietary name
Brand name
Which of the following is NOT the focus of the evidence-based practices for pharmacology in midwifery?
Pain management
Postpartum
Family planning
Treatment of common
Postpartum hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide. Which of the following is the drug of choice for preventing and managing postpartum hemorrhage?
Ethinyl estradiol
Oxytocin
Verapamil
Calcium gluconate
Magnesium sulfate is the drug of choice in management of hypertensive disorders. Which of the following is the antidote for magnesium toxicity?
Calcium gluconate
Protamine
Ketorolac
Tramadol
Which of the following management should be included in administering magnesium sulfate?
Monitor vital signs and deep tendon reflexes
Monitor urine output of patient and respiration
Inform patient to report signs of severe headache and blurring of vision
All of the above
Which of the following mandates to improve the health and nutrition of pregnant and lactating women, infants, young children and adolescent females in the first one thousand days of life?
RA 9173
RA 11123
RA 11148
EO 51
Which of the following management should be included in administering corticosteroids for preterm labor?
Monitor maternal blood sugar
Monitor hemoglobin levels of the mother
Instruct to avoid tea/coffee
Educate mother on adherence and hygiene
Which of the following is the drug of choice for antenatal corticosteroids?
Betamethasone
Hydralazine
Montelukast
Sildenafil
Which of the following is used for opioid overdose?
Naproxene
Ethambutol
Naloxone
Tenofovir
You are giving a health teaching among pregnant women. Which of the following is not part of the importance of taking the right supplement for pregnant women?
To ensure that both mother and baby receive the essential vitamins and minerals
To ensure that both mother and baby receive the essential vitamins and minerals
To ensure that both mother and baby receive the essential vitamins and minerals
To ensure that both mother and baby receive the essential vitamins and minerals
Adequate supply of this supplement prevents cognitive impairments, developmental delays and complications like preterm birth. Which of the following supplements help in producing thyroid hormones which are essential for fetal brain development and nervous system development?
Iron
Folic acid
Vitamin C
Iodine
Which of the following supplements helps in aiding calcium absorption and can help relieve pregnancy discomforts like muscle cramps and constipation?
Magnesium
Calcium
Potassium
Sodium
Which of the following statement best identifies correct understanding of the midwife in providing health instruction to a pregnant woman about taking iron supplement?
Take 1 tablet 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals
Iron supplement can be taken with antacids for faster absorption and reduced gastric upset
Vitamin D enhances the absorption of iron
A glass of milk is recommended to improve effectiveness
Which of the following supplement is not recommended for a patient with severe allergies from shellfish or any seafoods or contrast-dyes procedures?
Folic acid
Iodine
Vitamin C
Vitamin B
A pregnant client in her third trimester complains of frequent and severe heartburn. Which lifestyle modification should the midwife recommend first?
Lying down immediately after meals
Avoiding spicy and fried foods and eating smaller, more frequent meals
Consuming large meals three times a day
Taking over-the-counter sodium bicarbonate antacids
Which of the following is not a characteristic of a broad-spectrum antibiotic?
Kills a wide range of bacteria including gram-positive and gram-negative
Higher chance of success in treating serious, unidentified infection
Lower risk of disrupting normal flora and contributing to resistance
Can kill beneficial good bacteria
Constipation is a common digestive issue that involves infrequent, hard and difficult bowel movements. Which of the following is not considered part in causes of constipation among pregnant women?
Hormonal changes
Increase water intake
Reduced physical activity
Iron and calcium supplements
Consider the following: 1 – Release, 2 – Replication, 3 – Attachment, 4 – Assembly, 5 – Penetration and Coating. Which of the following is the correct sequence of the viral life cycle?
3,5,2,4,1
3,4,2,5,1
3,2,5,4,1
3,1,4,2,5
Which of the following is the primary reason for using a combination of antiretroviral drugs to manage HIV?
To increase the cost of treatment plan
To reduce the risk of drug-resistant HIV strains developing
To make the drug regimen easier to manage for the patient
A blistering skin rash which also affects the mucous membranes of the mouth
Which of the following is the purpose of IV therapy?
Replace oral
Maintain or restore fluid and electrolyte balance
The vein
Promote rest
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?
The muscle
The skin
The vein
The peritoneum
1 gram is equivalent to _____mg
1000mg
100mg
10mg
1mg
1 teaspoon is equivalent to _____mL
10mL
5mL
2.5mL
15mL
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.
4tabs
5tabs
6tabs
7tabs
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?
0.25tab
0.5tab
1tab
2tabs
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.
2mL
3mL
4mL
5mL
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.
1tab
2tabs
3tabs
4tabs
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.
5mL
7.5mL
10mL
15mL
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.
80mL/hr
100mL/hr
120mL/hr
125mL/hr
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.
20gtts/min
25gtts/min
30gtts/min
40gtts/min
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.
1tab
1.5tabs
2tabs
3tabs
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.
1mL
5mL
10mL
15mL
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.
20gtts/min
24gtts/min
28gtts/min
30gtts/min
