CCP Geriatric Pharmacology

Question 1

Why are older adults more sensitive to certain medications?

Accepted Answer

Reduced metabolism and clearance

Answer

They take more vitamins

Answer

They have stronger immune systems

Answer

Faster digestion of medications

Question 2

What is polypharmacy?

Accepted Answer

Use of multiple medications

Answer

Taking herbal supplements

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Using over-the-counter meds only

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Administering vaccines

Question 3

Which age-related change impacts pharmacokinetics in the elderly?

Accepted Answer

Decreased renal function

Answer

Increased gastric acid

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Faster liver enzymes

Answer

Increased muscle mass

Question 4

Which tool helps assess inappropriate medications in elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

Beers Criteria

Answer

WHO checklist

Answer

FDA Black Box Warnings

Answer

MMSE scale

Question 5

Why should anticholinergic drugs be used cautiously in older adults?

Accepted Answer

They can cause cognitive impairment

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They increase heart rate

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They improve muscle tone

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They improve digestion

Question 6

What is a pharmacist’s role in managing geriatric pharmacotherapy?

Accepted Answer

Monitor drug regimens and interactions

Answer

Dispense medications only

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Conduct surgical assessments

Answer

Deliver physical therapy