NAPSRx EXAM QUESTIONS VERIFIED
AND ACCURATE RATED A.
The most sensitive screening tool to detect osteoporosis- a disorder
characterized by fragile, weak bones due to a drop in bone mass and increased
risk of fracture is the arthrocentesis diagnostic test
false
Neurodiagnostic tests are done because of patients’ illness or condition are
mostly based in the central nervous system (brain or spinal cord). which of the
below is not a sign of a nervous system disorder
diarrhea
The electroencephalogram (EEG or brain wave test) is a non-invasive procedure
used to detect and record brain wave activity
true
A coronary angiogram is obtained by injecting an iodine- based dye or other
contrast agent into the bloodstream and takin x-rays of the coronary arteries
true
How do companies use prescriber data
to conduct research
Under PhRMA Code, what of the following is acceptable
modest meals for staff members attendign educational events
Under the AMA Guidelines on Gifts to Physicians from Industry, which gifts are
NOT permitted?
gifts that are onlu given to doctors with high prescribing volumes
under PhRMA code, which of the following actions by sales reps are permitted
providing modest meals to staff members attending educational events
,the PhRMA Code on interactions with healthcare professional is only voluntary
and not mandatory
true
which of the following would not be considered acceptable promotional items
under PhRMA Code
pens and clipboards designed to be used by patients in doctors' offices
Under PhRMA Code, what is one example of an acceptable patient education
item?
an anatomical model valued under $100
under what circumstances does PhRMA code permit a company to provide
entertainment or recreational activities to healthcare practitioners
none of these: when the activity is intended to facilitate informational exchange,
when the practitioner is acting as a bone fide advisory board consultant, when the
practinioner is providing a legitimate service to the company
Under PhRMA Code, may a company sponsor a lunch at a 3-day conference if
part of it includes an educational program for which attendees may choose to
receive CME credit?
yes, but only iff the lunch is clearly seperate from the CME portion of the
conference
which of the following is an arm of the department of health and human
services that investigates regulatory infarctions, provides compliance advice,
and brings enforcement actions
offfice of inspector general
It is illegal to ask receptionists for personal information about your clients such
as home phone numbers, birthdays, or hobbies. A. TRUE
B. FALSE
false
which of the following is not a primary goal or function of the P&T committee
to educate sales representatives on legal and ethical guidelines for professional
behavior
, which of the following is a major challenge facing family medicine
managed care policies eroding patient- doctor relationships
according to your manual, family physicians diagnose and treat approximately
what proportion of patients they see (as ossposed to reffering them to
specialists)
95%
which of the following are steps on the product adoption continuum
all: adoption, awareness, evaluation
which of the following would be classified as a type of somatic psychiatric
treatment
drug therapy
Why is the last 10 minutes of each hour usually the best time to make office
visits to psychiatrists?
psychiatrists are usually on their way to the hospital at that time
What is/are an advantage/s of selling to residents?
residents are often more open-minded
What is drug utilization review (DUR)?
an MCO's practice of monitoring prescribing patterns
what is the focus of the short call protocol
beginning with a specific patient type
Who is the Medical Science Liaison (MSL)?
someone employed by a pharmaceutical company who builds relationships with
thought leaders and acts as an informational resources
what type of feducation do MSLs typically have
graduate-level science degrees
how do companies typically judge the MSL team's contributions
return on education
AND ACCURATE RATED A.
The most sensitive screening tool to detect osteoporosis- a disorder
characterized by fragile, weak bones due to a drop in bone mass and increased
risk of fracture is the arthrocentesis diagnostic test
false
Neurodiagnostic tests are done because of patients’ illness or condition are
mostly based in the central nervous system (brain or spinal cord). which of the
below is not a sign of a nervous system disorder
diarrhea
The electroencephalogram (EEG or brain wave test) is a non-invasive procedure
used to detect and record brain wave activity
true
A coronary angiogram is obtained by injecting an iodine- based dye or other
contrast agent into the bloodstream and takin x-rays of the coronary arteries
true
How do companies use prescriber data
to conduct research
Under PhRMA Code, what of the following is acceptable
modest meals for staff members attendign educational events
Under the AMA Guidelines on Gifts to Physicians from Industry, which gifts are
NOT permitted?
gifts that are onlu given to doctors with high prescribing volumes
under PhRMA code, which of the following actions by sales reps are permitted
providing modest meals to staff members attending educational events
,the PhRMA Code on interactions with healthcare professional is only voluntary
and not mandatory
true
which of the following would not be considered acceptable promotional items
under PhRMA Code
pens and clipboards designed to be used by patients in doctors' offices
Under PhRMA Code, what is one example of an acceptable patient education
item?
an anatomical model valued under $100
under what circumstances does PhRMA code permit a company to provide
entertainment or recreational activities to healthcare practitioners
none of these: when the activity is intended to facilitate informational exchange,
when the practitioner is acting as a bone fide advisory board consultant, when the
practinioner is providing a legitimate service to the company
Under PhRMA Code, may a company sponsor a lunch at a 3-day conference if
part of it includes an educational program for which attendees may choose to
receive CME credit?
yes, but only iff the lunch is clearly seperate from the CME portion of the
conference
which of the following is an arm of the department of health and human
services that investigates regulatory infarctions, provides compliance advice,
and brings enforcement actions
offfice of inspector general
It is illegal to ask receptionists for personal information about your clients such
as home phone numbers, birthdays, or hobbies. A. TRUE
B. FALSE
false
which of the following is not a primary goal or function of the P&T committee
to educate sales representatives on legal and ethical guidelines for professional
behavior
, which of the following is a major challenge facing family medicine
managed care policies eroding patient- doctor relationships
according to your manual, family physicians diagnose and treat approximately
what proportion of patients they see (as ossposed to reffering them to
specialists)
95%
which of the following are steps on the product adoption continuum
all: adoption, awareness, evaluation
which of the following would be classified as a type of somatic psychiatric
treatment
drug therapy
Why is the last 10 minutes of each hour usually the best time to make office
visits to psychiatrists?
psychiatrists are usually on their way to the hospital at that time
What is/are an advantage/s of selling to residents?
residents are often more open-minded
What is drug utilization review (DUR)?
an MCO's practice of monitoring prescribing patterns
what is the focus of the short call protocol
beginning with a specific patient type
Who is the Medical Science Liaison (MSL)?
someone employed by a pharmaceutical company who builds relationships with
thought leaders and acts as an informational resources
what type of feducation do MSLs typically have
graduate-level science degrees
how do companies typically judge the MSL team's contributions
return on education
