PHN 101 Pharmacology I Exam 1
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What is pH partitioning? - Answer- The concept that the ionization of a drug can be
affected by the pH of the environment, influencing its absorption and elimination.
What is anaphylaxis? - Answer- A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction
that requires immediate medical attention.
What is hepatotoxicity? - Answer- Liver damage caused by chemical exposure,
including medications.
What is nephrotoxicity? - Answer- Kidney damage caused by exposure to toxic
substances, including certain medications.
What are disulfiram reactions? - Answer- Adverse reactions that occur when alcohol is
consumed with disulfiram, leading to unpleasant symptoms.
What is pharmacogenomics? - Answer- The study of how genes affect a person's
response to drugs, allowing for personalized medicine.
What are the symptoms associated with ototoxicity? - Answer- Symptoms can include
hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and balance issues.
What is the importance of boxed warnings? - Answer- Boxed warnings highlight serious
or life-threatening risks associated with a medication, alerting healthcare providers and
patients.
What is the acceptable time period for taking medication on an empty stomach? -
Answer- Typically, medications should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals to
ensure optimal absorption.
What are ways to prevent medication errors? - Answer- Strategies include double-
checking dosages, using clear labeling, and ensuring effective communication among
healthcare providers.
Questions with 100% Correct
Answers
What is pH partitioning? - Answer- The concept that the ionization of a drug can be
affected by the pH of the environment, influencing its absorption and elimination.
What is anaphylaxis? - Answer- A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction
that requires immediate medical attention.
What is hepatotoxicity? - Answer- Liver damage caused by chemical exposure,
including medications.
What is nephrotoxicity? - Answer- Kidney damage caused by exposure to toxic
substances, including certain medications.
What are disulfiram reactions? - Answer- Adverse reactions that occur when alcohol is
consumed with disulfiram, leading to unpleasant symptoms.
What is pharmacogenomics? - Answer- The study of how genes affect a person's
response to drugs, allowing for personalized medicine.
What are the symptoms associated with ototoxicity? - Answer- Symptoms can include
hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and balance issues.
What is the importance of boxed warnings? - Answer- Boxed warnings highlight serious
or life-threatening risks associated with a medication, alerting healthcare providers and
patients.
What is the acceptable time period for taking medication on an empty stomach? -
Answer- Typically, medications should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals to
ensure optimal absorption.
What are ways to prevent medication errors? - Answer- Strategies include double-
checking dosages, using clear labeling, and ensuring effective communication among
healthcare providers.
