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RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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1. Which schedule of drugs has no accepted medical use and a high
potential for abuse?
A. Schedule II
B. Schedule III
C. Schedule I
D. Schedule IV
Schedule I drugs are considered to have no accepted medical use and
high abuse potential.
2. What is the generic name for Lipitor?
A. Simvastatin
B. Atorvastatin
C. Rosuvastatin
D. Pravastatin
Atorvastatin is the generic name for Lipitor, a statin used to lower
cholesterol.
3. Which route of administration delivers medication directly into the
bloodstream?
A. Oral
B. Subcutaneous
C. Intravenous
,D. Topical
Intravenous (IV) administration delivers medication directly into the
bloodstream for rapid effect.
4. What is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule III
medication?
A. 1
B. 3
C. 5
D. Unlimited
Schedule III–V prescriptions may be refilled up to five times within six
months.
5. Which organ is primarily responsible for drug metabolism?
A. Kidney
B. Heart
C. Liver
D. Lung
The liver metabolizes drugs, transforming them into forms that can be
excreted.
6. Which of the following is an example of an anticoagulant?
A. Warfarin
B. Atenolol
C. Lisinopril
D. Furosemide
Warfarin is an anticoagulant that prevents blood clot formation.
7. What does “PRN” mean on a prescription?
A. Four times daily
B. As needed
C. Before meals
D. Once weekly
, PRN stands for "pro re nata," meaning the medication is taken as
needed.
8. Which of the following is a common side effect of opioids?
A. Hypertension
B. Constipation
C. Tachycardia
D. Rash
Opioids frequently cause constipation due to reduced gastrointestinal
motility.
9. What is the primary purpose of the FDA?
A. Manufacturing drugs
B. Ensuring safety and efficacy of medications
C. Marketing drugs
D. Selling drugs to consumers
The FDA regulates and approves drugs to ensure they are safe and
effective for use.
10. What is the abbreviation for “twice daily”?
A. TID
B. BID
C. QID
D. QD
BID stands for "bis in die," meaning twice a day.
11. Which medication is commonly used to treat diabetes?
A. Lisinopril
B. Metformin
C. Furosemide
D. Omeprazole
Metformin is an oral antihyperglycemic used for type 2 diabetes.
EXAM PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which schedule of drugs has no accepted medical use and a high
potential for abuse?
A. Schedule II
B. Schedule III
C. Schedule I
D. Schedule IV
Schedule I drugs are considered to have no accepted medical use and
high abuse potential.
2. What is the generic name for Lipitor?
A. Simvastatin
B. Atorvastatin
C. Rosuvastatin
D. Pravastatin
Atorvastatin is the generic name for Lipitor, a statin used to lower
cholesterol.
3. Which route of administration delivers medication directly into the
bloodstream?
A. Oral
B. Subcutaneous
C. Intravenous
,D. Topical
Intravenous (IV) administration delivers medication directly into the
bloodstream for rapid effect.
4. What is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule III
medication?
A. 1
B. 3
C. 5
D. Unlimited
Schedule III–V prescriptions may be refilled up to five times within six
months.
5. Which organ is primarily responsible for drug metabolism?
A. Kidney
B. Heart
C. Liver
D. Lung
The liver metabolizes drugs, transforming them into forms that can be
excreted.
6. Which of the following is an example of an anticoagulant?
A. Warfarin
B. Atenolol
C. Lisinopril
D. Furosemide
Warfarin is an anticoagulant that prevents blood clot formation.
7. What does “PRN” mean on a prescription?
A. Four times daily
B. As needed
C. Before meals
D. Once weekly
, PRN stands for "pro re nata," meaning the medication is taken as
needed.
8. Which of the following is a common side effect of opioids?
A. Hypertension
B. Constipation
C. Tachycardia
D. Rash
Opioids frequently cause constipation due to reduced gastrointestinal
motility.
9. What is the primary purpose of the FDA?
A. Manufacturing drugs
B. Ensuring safety and efficacy of medications
C. Marketing drugs
D. Selling drugs to consumers
The FDA regulates and approves drugs to ensure they are safe and
effective for use.
10. What is the abbreviation for “twice daily”?
A. TID
B. BID
C. QID
D. QD
BID stands for "bis in die," meaning twice a day.
11. Which medication is commonly used to treat diabetes?
A. Lisinopril
B. Metformin
C. Furosemide
D. Omeprazole
Metformin is an oral antihyperglycemic used for type 2 diabetes.
