PHARM EXAM 2 EXPECTED QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS
Question 1.
A 62-year-old woman arrives at the emergency department with a dry cough and sudden swelling of
her lips and tongue. She denies any new foods, insect bites, or known allergies. Her medical history
includes hypertension, for which she started a new medication two weeks ago.
What medication is this patient most likely experiencing side effects to?
A. Beta Blockers
B. ACE inhibitors
C. Statins
ANSWER
ACE inhibitors
- ACE inhibitors are known for causing a dry cough and, less frequently, angioedema (swelling).
- Serious side effects: Angioedema, kidney problems, and allergic reactions.
Question 2.
Levodopa crosses the BBB where it is converted to dopamine by ___________
ANSWER
Decarboxylation
in the presynaptic terminals of dopaminergic neurons
,Question 3.
This is a semipermeable membrane of cells that protects the brain from harmful substances and
germs while also allowing nutrients to reach the brain?
ANSWER
The Blood Brain Barrier BBB
Question 4.
Which of the 4 main functions of the BBB is described: The BBB defends the brain from toxins,
pathogens, and other substances that could cause damage or brain infections
A. Regulation
B. Transport
C. Homeostasis
D. Protection
ANSWER
Protection
Question 5.
Which of the 4 main functions of the BBB is described: The BBB maintains the brain's chemical balance
by regulating levels of nutrients, hormones, and water
A. Regulation
B. Transport
C. Homeostasis
D. Protection
ANSWER
Homeostasis
,Question 6.
What are the 4 main functions of the blood brain barrier?
ANSWER
1. Protection
2. Homeostasis
3. Transport
4. Regulation
Question 7.
Other than for anxiety, what are antianxiety agents also used for?
ANSWER
Sedation, muscle relaxants, prevent seizures
Question 8.
True or False: Beta blockers have a risk of forming a dependency
ANSWER
FALSE
Question 9.
Botulinum toxin is indicated for:
ANSWER
Chronic migraine and cervical dystonia
Chronic migraine: For adult patients with chronic migraine who have migraines that occur 15
days or more per month with headaches lasting 4 hours a day or longer, botulinum toxin is
indicated for the prophylaxis of headaches
Cervical dystonia: reduces the severity of abnormal head position and neck pain associated
with cervical dystonia
Question 10.
These are an older class on antidepressants often tried when others are not effective
ANSWER
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors MAOI's
, Question 11.
Along with it being essential for motivation and the feeling of pleasure, contributing to our drive to
pursue goals
and experience satisfaction, dopamine is crucial for
ANSWER
coordinating and controlling movement, and its role in learning process/memory formation
Question 12.
A dopamine precursor used in the management of PD often in combination with carbidopa
ANSWER
Levodopa
- CNS agent
Question 13.
A 60-year-old woman presents with constipation, drowsiness, and occasional nausea. She also reports
feeling dizzy when standing and has become increasingly reliant on her pain medication since her
recent knee surgery. What type of medication is this patient most likely showing side effects to?
A. Nonopioids
B. Opioids
C. Benzos
D. Nonbenzos
ANSWER
Opioids
Question 14.
_______ __________are injected directly into the bloodstream and include drugs like Propofol, ketamine,
and etomidate
ANSWER
Intravenous anesthetics
VERIFIED ANSWERS
Question 1.
A 62-year-old woman arrives at the emergency department with a dry cough and sudden swelling of
her lips and tongue. She denies any new foods, insect bites, or known allergies. Her medical history
includes hypertension, for which she started a new medication two weeks ago.
What medication is this patient most likely experiencing side effects to?
A. Beta Blockers
B. ACE inhibitors
C. Statins
ANSWER
ACE inhibitors
- ACE inhibitors are known for causing a dry cough and, less frequently, angioedema (swelling).
- Serious side effects: Angioedema, kidney problems, and allergic reactions.
Question 2.
Levodopa crosses the BBB where it is converted to dopamine by ___________
ANSWER
Decarboxylation
in the presynaptic terminals of dopaminergic neurons
,Question 3.
This is a semipermeable membrane of cells that protects the brain from harmful substances and
germs while also allowing nutrients to reach the brain?
ANSWER
The Blood Brain Barrier BBB
Question 4.
Which of the 4 main functions of the BBB is described: The BBB defends the brain from toxins,
pathogens, and other substances that could cause damage or brain infections
A. Regulation
B. Transport
C. Homeostasis
D. Protection
ANSWER
Protection
Question 5.
Which of the 4 main functions of the BBB is described: The BBB maintains the brain's chemical balance
by regulating levels of nutrients, hormones, and water
A. Regulation
B. Transport
C. Homeostasis
D. Protection
ANSWER
Homeostasis
,Question 6.
What are the 4 main functions of the blood brain barrier?
ANSWER
1. Protection
2. Homeostasis
3. Transport
4. Regulation
Question 7.
Other than for anxiety, what are antianxiety agents also used for?
ANSWER
Sedation, muscle relaxants, prevent seizures
Question 8.
True or False: Beta blockers have a risk of forming a dependency
ANSWER
FALSE
Question 9.
Botulinum toxin is indicated for:
ANSWER
Chronic migraine and cervical dystonia
Chronic migraine: For adult patients with chronic migraine who have migraines that occur 15
days or more per month with headaches lasting 4 hours a day or longer, botulinum toxin is
indicated for the prophylaxis of headaches
Cervical dystonia: reduces the severity of abnormal head position and neck pain associated
with cervical dystonia
Question 10.
These are an older class on antidepressants often tried when others are not effective
ANSWER
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors MAOI's
, Question 11.
Along with it being essential for motivation and the feeling of pleasure, contributing to our drive to
pursue goals
and experience satisfaction, dopamine is crucial for
ANSWER
coordinating and controlling movement, and its role in learning process/memory formation
Question 12.
A dopamine precursor used in the management of PD often in combination with carbidopa
ANSWER
Levodopa
- CNS agent
Question 13.
A 60-year-old woman presents with constipation, drowsiness, and occasional nausea. She also reports
feeling dizzy when standing and has become increasingly reliant on her pain medication since her
recent knee surgery. What type of medication is this patient most likely showing side effects to?
A. Nonopioids
B. Opioids
C. Benzos
D. Nonbenzos
ANSWER
Opioids
Question 14.
_______ __________are injected directly into the bloodstream and include drugs like Propofol, ketamine,
and etomidate
ANSWER
Intravenous anesthetics
