med cert study for CT DDS test questions with
verified answers
absorption of meds administered as a solid Ans✓✓✓ dissolves in the
GI, absorbed in the stomach and intestines, metabolas by the liver,
circulates through the heart to the body, excreted by the kidneys
ac Ans✓✓✓ before meals
AD Ans✓✓✓ right ear
administration of controlled substances Ans✓✓✓ must have the date
dose was given, time dose was given, amount dose was given, signature
of the person removing the dose, quantity left in the bubble pack, if med
is wasted. if amounts don't match call the nurse immediately
advantages of enteric coated tablets Ans✓✓✓ will not cause stomach
upset
advantages of tablets Ans✓✓✓ easy to administer, can be easily
pumped out of the stomach
advantages of time release tablets Ans✓✓✓ decreased number of doses,
dissolves over a period of time, effects last longer
,adverse effects Ans✓✓✓ severe side effects or toxicity caused by
medication for example severe liver toxicity bleeding ulcers.
may be sudden or take days
allergic reaction Ans✓✓✓ hypersensitivity to particular allergens that
usually involve skin, mucus membranes or bronchial tubes family
history of allergies
analgesic Ans✓✓✓ relieves pain without loss of consciousness
Anaphylaxis Ans✓✓✓ acute systemic allergic reaction which is life-
threatening.
rash, hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness
antacid Ans✓✓✓ drug that neutralizes stomach acid
antagonistic medication interaction Ans✓✓✓ a negative result one
medication May inhibit or decrease the actions of another for example
antibiotics lessen effectiveness of birth control
anti-anxiety Ans✓✓✓ also known as anxiolytic used to treat anxiety
tension or nervousness
antiarrhythmic drugs Ans✓✓✓ used to treat abnormal heart rhythm
, antibiotic Ans✓✓✓ designed to destroy or prevent the growth of
bacteria
anticoagulant Ans✓✓✓ a drug that prevents clotting of the blood
antidepressant Ans✓✓✓ used to treat depression elevate mood
antihistamine Ans✓✓✓ medication that blocks effects of histamine
released by body during allergic reactions
antihypertensive Ans✓✓✓ drug that lowers blood pressure
antiparasitic Ans✓✓✓ Kills parasites and their larvae
antipsychotic or neuroleptic drugs Ans✓✓✓ treat psychotic behavior
such as psychosis or schizophrenia
antitussive Ans✓✓✓ suppresses cough reflex such as Robitussin
any meds that causes photosensitivity Ans✓✓✓ antibiotics,
antipsychotics, anti-convulsants
AS Ans✓✓✓ left ear
verified answers
absorption of meds administered as a solid Ans✓✓✓ dissolves in the
GI, absorbed in the stomach and intestines, metabolas by the liver,
circulates through the heart to the body, excreted by the kidneys
ac Ans✓✓✓ before meals
AD Ans✓✓✓ right ear
administration of controlled substances Ans✓✓✓ must have the date
dose was given, time dose was given, amount dose was given, signature
of the person removing the dose, quantity left in the bubble pack, if med
is wasted. if amounts don't match call the nurse immediately
advantages of enteric coated tablets Ans✓✓✓ will not cause stomach
upset
advantages of tablets Ans✓✓✓ easy to administer, can be easily
pumped out of the stomach
advantages of time release tablets Ans✓✓✓ decreased number of doses,
dissolves over a period of time, effects last longer
,adverse effects Ans✓✓✓ severe side effects or toxicity caused by
medication for example severe liver toxicity bleeding ulcers.
may be sudden or take days
allergic reaction Ans✓✓✓ hypersensitivity to particular allergens that
usually involve skin, mucus membranes or bronchial tubes family
history of allergies
analgesic Ans✓✓✓ relieves pain without loss of consciousness
Anaphylaxis Ans✓✓✓ acute systemic allergic reaction which is life-
threatening.
rash, hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness
antacid Ans✓✓✓ drug that neutralizes stomach acid
antagonistic medication interaction Ans✓✓✓ a negative result one
medication May inhibit or decrease the actions of another for example
antibiotics lessen effectiveness of birth control
anti-anxiety Ans✓✓✓ also known as anxiolytic used to treat anxiety
tension or nervousness
antiarrhythmic drugs Ans✓✓✓ used to treat abnormal heart rhythm
, antibiotic Ans✓✓✓ designed to destroy or prevent the growth of
bacteria
anticoagulant Ans✓✓✓ a drug that prevents clotting of the blood
antidepressant Ans✓✓✓ used to treat depression elevate mood
antihistamine Ans✓✓✓ medication that blocks effects of histamine
released by body during allergic reactions
antihypertensive Ans✓✓✓ drug that lowers blood pressure
antiparasitic Ans✓✓✓ Kills parasites and their larvae
antipsychotic or neuroleptic drugs Ans✓✓✓ treat psychotic behavior
such as psychosis or schizophrenia
antitussive Ans✓✓✓ suppresses cough reflex such as Robitussin
any meds that causes photosensitivity Ans✓✓✓ antibiotics,
antipsychotics, anti-convulsants
AS Ans✓✓✓ left ear
