AHT 1170 MODULE A QUIZ AND ASSIGNMENTS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION 2025/26

AHT 1170 Module A QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS

Define: Pharmacology - ANS>>The study of the effect of drugs on the body (structure
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and metabolism)
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Define: Pharmacokinetics - ANS>>The study of the action of drugs on the body
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(beginning to end)
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Define: Toxicology - ANS>>The study of the negative effects of drugs on the body
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Define: Patent - ANS>>Legal exclusive rights given to the originator for a set period of
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time
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What is the Withdrawl Period? - ANS>>The time required for a drug to be eliminated
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from the body
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Difference between: Chemical name, Generic name, Trade/Brand name -
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ANS>>Chemical name describes the drug structure, generic name is official name
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given to the drug, trade name is the name the company chooses
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T or F: An unapproved drug has a DIN number - ANS>>False
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T or F: banned drugs are allowed in both humans and animals? - ANS>>False, some
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human drugs are not allowed in animals
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What are some sources of drugs? - ANS>>Plants, vitamins, animals, minerals,
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bacteria/molds, semi-synthetic, synthetic
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What are insulin, hormones, and antibodies derived from? - ANS>>Animals
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What are herbs and opium derived from? - ANS>>Plants
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What produce Antibiotics, anti-fungals and vaccines? - ANS>>Bacteria / Molds
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Define: Off Label Use - ANS>>The use of a drug that is not specifically called for on
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the approved label
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What are Factors Affecting Drug Absorption - ANS>>Route of administration
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Size of drug molecule
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