AAMA Pharmacology 3

Question 1

A physician orders 500 mg of amoxicillin. The available suspension is 250 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the medical assistant prepare?

Accepted Answer

10 mL

Answer

Using the ratio: 500 mg ÷ 250 mg × 5 mL = 10 mL.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a broad-spectrum antibiotic?

Accepted Answer

Tetracycline

Answer

Tetracycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Question 3

A patient is prescribed nitroglycerin sublingual tablets for angina. The medical assistant should instruct the patient to:

Accepted Answer

Place the tablet under the tongue and let it dissolve

Answer

Sublingual nitroglycerin must be placed under the tongue to dissolve for rapid absorption through the mucous membranes.

Question 4

Which of the following medications requires refrigeration for storage?

Accepted Answer

Insulin

Answer

Insulin must be refrigerated to maintain its potency and effectiveness; unrefrigerated insulin degrades more quickly.

Question 5

The Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR) is used in a medical office primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Look up drug information including dosages, interactions, and contraindications

Answer

The PDR is a comprehensive drug reference guide used to find detailed prescribing information, drug interactions, and contraindications.

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