CT DDS MED CERT STUDY GUIDE |
CERTIFIED EXAM Q & A
Absorption -correct-answer-Movement of medication from the stomach or
intenstines in the blood stream.
Acute Illness -correct-answer-Sickness that begins quickly and last a short time
Adverse effect -correct-answer-Unexpected and possibly serious or life
threatening effects of a medication
Akathesia -correct-answer-Inability to sit still
Analgesics -correct-answer-Medication to relieve pain
Anaphylaxis -correct-answer-A severe, potentially life threatening allergic reaction
that requires immediate emergency medical care
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Antacids -correct-answer-Medications that reduce acid in the stomach
Antagonist -correct-answer-The interference of two or more substances that
decreases the effect of the medication. One medication decreases the effect of
another medication
Anti-Anxiety Meds -correct-answer-Medication used to treat anxiety, tension and
nervousness. Ie. Anxiolytics
Antiarrythmic -correct-answer-Correcting irregular heart rhythm
Anticoagulant -correct-answer-Drug used to prevent abnormal blood clotting
Anti-cholinergic Medication -correct-answer-They treat the muscle movement
disorders seen with antipsychotic medications
Anticonvulsant -correct-answer-Medication used to control seizures
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Antihistamines -correct-answer-Medication used to reduce symptoms of allergies
Antipsychotic Medication -correct-answer-Known as neuroleptics
Antipyretic -correct-answer-Medications used to reduce fever
Anti-tussives -correct-answer-Medication that suppress the cough reflex; stop a
cough (Robotussin)
Ataxia -correct-answer-A decrease in coordination when walking
Bronchi -correct-answer-The tubes in the respiratory system between the throat
and the lungs
Bronchodilator -correct-answer-Medication the opens constricted airways