CNPR Pharmacology & Medical Terminology

Question 1

What does the term 'antipyretic' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Fever reducer

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Pain reliever

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Anti-inflammatory

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Blood thinner

Question 2

What is the medical abbreviation 'BID' commonly used for?

Accepted Answer

Twice a day

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Before bedtime

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Once daily

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Every four hours

Question 3

Which of the following medications is classified as an antihypertensive?

Accepted Answer

Lisinopril

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Metformin

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Simvastatin

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Omeprazole

Question 4

What is the meaning of the medical term 'tachycardia'?

Accepted Answer

Rapid heart rate

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Slow heart rate

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High blood pressure

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Irregular heart rhythm

Question 5

What is the purpose of a 'proton pump inhibitor' (PPI)?

Accepted Answer

Reduce stomach acid

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Relieve pain

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Lower blood sugar

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Increase heart rate

Question 6

Which organ is primarily affected by hepatitis?

Accepted Answer

Liver

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Heart

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Kidney

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Stomach

Question 7

What does the prefix 'hyper-' in medical terminology mean?

Accepted Answer

High

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Low

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Slow

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None

Question 8

Which of the following is a side effect of opioids?

Accepted Answer

Constipation

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Increased energy

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Weight loss

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Hyperactivity

Question 9

What is the function of insulin in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Lowers blood sugar

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Stimulates hunger

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Raises blood pressure

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Increases heart rate