Test Bank for Edmunds' Pharmacology for the Primary
Care Provider
Isolated Systolic Hypertension - ANSWERSCondition with elevated systolic pressure only.
Amlodipine (Norvasc) - ANSWERSDihydropyridine calcium channel blocker for hypertension.
Verapamil (Verelan) - ANSWERSNon-DHP calcium channel blocker with inotropic effects.
Enalapril (Vasotec) - ANSWERSACE inhibitor used for hypertension management.
Pramipexole (Mirapex) - ANSWERSDopamine agonist for Parkinson's disease treatment.
Carbidopa-Levodopa (Sinemet) - ANSWERSGold standard medication for Parkinson's disease.
Selegiline (Eldepryl) - ANSWERSMAO-B inhibitor used in Parkinson's disease therapy.
Sertraline (Zoloft) - ANSWERSSSRI prescribed for depression symptoms.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - ANSWERSCondition causing heartburn and acid reflux
symptoms.
Amlodipine Avoidance - ANSWERSCalcium channel blocker that worsens GERD symptoms.
Bradykinesia - ANSWERSSlowness of movement, common in Parkinson's disease.
T-score - ANSWERSMeasurement indicating bone density status.
,Osteoporosis - ANSWERSCondition characterized by low bone density.
Risedronate (Actonel) - ANSWERSBisphosphonate used to treat osteoporosis.
Esophageal Irritation - ANSWERSPotential side effect of bisphosphonate medications.
Essential Tremors - ANSWERSTremors occurring during voluntary movement.
Propranolol (Inderal) - ANSWERSBeta-blocker used to treat essential tremors.
Antiemetics - ANSWERSMedications that can worsen essential tremors.
Physical Activity - ANSWERSRecommended to reduce essential tremor severity.
Dopamine Agonist - ANSWERSClass of drugs mimicking dopamine effects.
Tolerance - ANSWERSReduced response to medication over time.
Medication Reconciliation - ANSWERSProcess of reviewing patient's medications for accuracy.
Gait Disturbances - ANSWERSImpairments in walking, common in Parkinson's.
Seborrheic Dermatitis - ANSWERSSkin condition often associated with Parkinson's.
Gastrointestinal Side Effects - ANSWERSCommon adverse effects of bisphosphonates.
,Dihydropyridine - ANSWERSClass of calcium channel blockers like Amlodipine.
Inotropic Effects - ANSWERSEffects on the force of heart contractions.
SSRI - ANSWERSSelective serotonin reuptake inhibitor for depression.
Allopurinol - ANSWERSMedication for gout, reduces uric acid levels.
Lisinopril - ANSWERSACE inhibitor for hypertension and heart failure.
Atorvastatin - ANSWERSStatin that lowers cholesterol and triglycerides.
Acetaminophen - ANSWERSPain reliever, also known as Tylenol.
Liver Function Tests - ANSWERSBlood tests to assess liver health every six months.
Angioedema - ANSWERSSwelling caused by ACE inhibitors, requires immediate attention.
Vitamin K - ANSWERSNutrient that affects warfarin's anticoagulant effect.
Warfarin - ANSWERSAnticoagulant medication requiring consistent vitamin K intake.
Sulfonylureas - ANSWERSDiabetes medication class causing potential weight gain.
Biguanides - ANSWERSDiabetes class, includes Metformin, typically weight neutral.
, GLP-1 Agonists - ANSWERSDiabetes medications that promote weight loss.
Olanzapine - ANSWERSAtypical antipsychotic linked to weight gain.
Saw Palmetto - ANSWERSHerbal supplement for benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms.
HgbA1C - ANSWERSBlood test indicating average blood glucose over three months.
Complete Blood Count - ANSWERSTest to monitor for bone marrow suppression.
Renal Function Panel - ANSWERSTests kidney function, important for Allopurinol users.
Urea Breath Test - ANSWERSTest for H. Pylori, requires PPI cessation prior.
Proton Pump Inhibitors - ANSWERSMedications like omeprazole for GERD treatment.
Metformin - ANSWERSDecreases gluconeogenesis, increases insulin sensitivity.
Calcium Levels - ANSWERSMay increase with Allopurinol, monitor dietary intake.
Basic Metabolic Panel - ANSWERSTests electrolyte and metabolic status.
H2 Blockers - ANSWERSClass of medications for reducing stomach acid.
Insulin Sensitivity - ANSWERSImproved by Metformin, reduces blood glucose levels.
Care Provider
Isolated Systolic Hypertension - ANSWERSCondition with elevated systolic pressure only.
Amlodipine (Norvasc) - ANSWERSDihydropyridine calcium channel blocker for hypertension.
Verapamil (Verelan) - ANSWERSNon-DHP calcium channel blocker with inotropic effects.
Enalapril (Vasotec) - ANSWERSACE inhibitor used for hypertension management.
Pramipexole (Mirapex) - ANSWERSDopamine agonist for Parkinson's disease treatment.
Carbidopa-Levodopa (Sinemet) - ANSWERSGold standard medication for Parkinson's disease.
Selegiline (Eldepryl) - ANSWERSMAO-B inhibitor used in Parkinson's disease therapy.
Sertraline (Zoloft) - ANSWERSSSRI prescribed for depression symptoms.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - ANSWERSCondition causing heartburn and acid reflux
symptoms.
Amlodipine Avoidance - ANSWERSCalcium channel blocker that worsens GERD symptoms.
Bradykinesia - ANSWERSSlowness of movement, common in Parkinson's disease.
T-score - ANSWERSMeasurement indicating bone density status.
,Osteoporosis - ANSWERSCondition characterized by low bone density.
Risedronate (Actonel) - ANSWERSBisphosphonate used to treat osteoporosis.
Esophageal Irritation - ANSWERSPotential side effect of bisphosphonate medications.
Essential Tremors - ANSWERSTremors occurring during voluntary movement.
Propranolol (Inderal) - ANSWERSBeta-blocker used to treat essential tremors.
Antiemetics - ANSWERSMedications that can worsen essential tremors.
Physical Activity - ANSWERSRecommended to reduce essential tremor severity.
Dopamine Agonist - ANSWERSClass of drugs mimicking dopamine effects.
Tolerance - ANSWERSReduced response to medication over time.
Medication Reconciliation - ANSWERSProcess of reviewing patient's medications for accuracy.
Gait Disturbances - ANSWERSImpairments in walking, common in Parkinson's.
Seborrheic Dermatitis - ANSWERSSkin condition often associated with Parkinson's.
Gastrointestinal Side Effects - ANSWERSCommon adverse effects of bisphosphonates.
,Dihydropyridine - ANSWERSClass of calcium channel blockers like Amlodipine.
Inotropic Effects - ANSWERSEffects on the force of heart contractions.
SSRI - ANSWERSSelective serotonin reuptake inhibitor for depression.
Allopurinol - ANSWERSMedication for gout, reduces uric acid levels.
Lisinopril - ANSWERSACE inhibitor for hypertension and heart failure.
Atorvastatin - ANSWERSStatin that lowers cholesterol and triglycerides.
Acetaminophen - ANSWERSPain reliever, also known as Tylenol.
Liver Function Tests - ANSWERSBlood tests to assess liver health every six months.
Angioedema - ANSWERSSwelling caused by ACE inhibitors, requires immediate attention.
Vitamin K - ANSWERSNutrient that affects warfarin's anticoagulant effect.
Warfarin - ANSWERSAnticoagulant medication requiring consistent vitamin K intake.
Sulfonylureas - ANSWERSDiabetes medication class causing potential weight gain.
Biguanides - ANSWERSDiabetes class, includes Metformin, typically weight neutral.
, GLP-1 Agonists - ANSWERSDiabetes medications that promote weight loss.
Olanzapine - ANSWERSAtypical antipsychotic linked to weight gain.
Saw Palmetto - ANSWERSHerbal supplement for benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms.
HgbA1C - ANSWERSBlood test indicating average blood glucose over three months.
Complete Blood Count - ANSWERSTest to monitor for bone marrow suppression.
Renal Function Panel - ANSWERSTests kidney function, important for Allopurinol users.
Urea Breath Test - ANSWERSTest for H. Pylori, requires PPI cessation prior.
Proton Pump Inhibitors - ANSWERSMedications like omeprazole for GERD treatment.
Metformin - ANSWERSDecreases gluconeogenesis, increases insulin sensitivity.
Calcium Levels - ANSWERSMay increase with Allopurinol, monitor dietary intake.
Basic Metabolic Panel - ANSWERSTests electrolyte and metabolic status.
H2 Blockers - ANSWERSClass of medications for reducing stomach acid.
Insulin Sensitivity - ANSWERSImproved by Metformin, reduces blood glucose levels.
