ATC Pharmacology 2

Question 1

Which federal schedule classification applies to medications with accepted medical use but high potential for abuse, such as testosterone?

Accepted Answer

Schedule III

Answer

Testosterone and anabolic steroids are classified as Schedule III controlled substances under the Controlled Substances Act.

Question 2

An athlete is prescribed a corticosteroid injection for a shoulder injury. Which of the following is a primary concern with repeated corticosteroid injections?

Accepted Answer

Tendon weakening and potential rupture

Answer

Repeated corticosteroid injections can weaken collagen structure in tendons and surrounding tissues, increasing rupture risk.

Question 3

Which medication class is most commonly associated with exercise-induced bronchospasm (EIB) management in athletes?

Accepted Answer

Beta-2 adrenergic agonists

Answer

Short-acting beta-2 agonists such as albuterol are the first-line treatment for EIB, providing rapid bronchodilation.

Question 4

A runner takes aspirin daily for cardiovascular prophylaxis. Which bleeding-related concern should an athletic trainer consider during wound care?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged bleeding time

Answer

Aspirin irreversibly inhibits platelet cyclooxygenase, prolonging bleeding time and slowing hemostasis.

Question 5

Which of the following describes the concept of bioavailability in pharmacology?

Accepted Answer

The fraction of an administered drug that reaches systemic circulation unchanged

Answer

Bioavailability refers to the proportion of a drug dose that enters the systemic circulation in an active form.

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ATC Pharmacology 2