NBDHE Board Review Questions
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Meth mouth is characterized by: - ANSWER-1. rampant caries
2. burned mucosa
3. xerostomia
4. periodontal disease
5. severe attrition
Which part of the brain controls body temperature? - ANSWER-hypothalamus
The thalamus is involved in - ANSWER-sensory reception and regulation of motor
functions
The cerebrum is - ANSWER-the largest portion of the brain and controls all
voluntary actions of the body
The cerebellum is - ANSWER-located at the base of the brain and is involved in
the coordination of voluntary motor movement, balance, and muscle tone.
Which anti-hypertensive drug works by reducing the water volume in the blood
vessels? - ANSWER-Hydrochlorothiazide
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,Lisinopril (Zestril) - ANSWER-ACE inhibitor, blocks the conversion of
angiotensin I to angiotensin II
Diazepam (Valium) - ANSWER-Benzodiazepine, reduces anxiety by facilitating the
action of the neurotransmitter gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA)
ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, naproxin (Aleve) - ANSWER-NSAID, inhibits enzyme
cyclooxygenase, COX-1/COX-2
3 A's: Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) - ANSWER-thiazide diuretic, inhibits the resorption
of sodium from the distal tubule
Nifidipine (Procardia) - ANSWER-Antihypertensive, Calcium Channel Blocker:
Inhibits the movement of calcium during the contraction of cardiac and vascular
smooth muscles
Lovastatin (Mevacor) - ANSWER-Anti-Hyperlipidemic: HMG CoA Reductase
Inhibitor
Inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methyl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase, an enzyme used
for biosynthesis of cholesterol. Lowers LDL and triglyceride concentrations and
increases HDL.
Epinephrine - ANSWER-stimulates both alpha and beta receptors and can raise
blood pressure and cause bronchodilation and vasoconstriction
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,Candesartan (Atacand) - ANSWER-Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB),
Antihypertensive
Codeine - ANSWER-opioid analgesic that works by binding to and stimulating
mu-, kappa-, and delta- receptors in the CNS and spinal cord.
Nitroglycerin (Nitro-Bid) - ANSWER-vasodilator that works by producing
vascular smooth muscle relaxation throughout the body. It is used to treat
symptoms of angina.
A side effect of tetracycline is - ANSWER-photo-sensitivity, may cause
exaggerated sunburn in patients exposed to sunligjt
A side effect of aspirin is - ANSWER-- tinnitus, ringing in ears
- epigastric, GI issues
- increased bleeding
A side effect of metronidazole hydrochloride (HCl) (Flagyl) - ANSWER-
disulfiram-like reaction with alcohol, Hangover like symptoms (nausea, vomiting,
flushing, dizziness, throbbing headache, chest and abdominal discomfort)
A side effect of Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) - ANSWER-elevated blood pressure
and heart rate because it produces vasoconstriction
A side effect of Propranolol (Inderal) - ANSWER-bronchoconstriction,
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, Remember: -olol is contraindicated in patients with asthma as it blocks beta-2
receptors.
A side effect of Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - ANSWER-hepatotoxicity, liver damage
A side effect of Benzotropin (Cogentin) - ANSWER-severe xerostomia
A side effect of Phenytoin (Dilantin) - ANSWER-gingival hyperplasia, 50% of all
chronic users
A side effect of Diazepam (Valium) - ANSWER-cognitive impairment
A side effect of Penicillin (Pen VK) - ANSWER-drug hypersensitivity in 1 to 10
individuals
Which beverage should not be given with tetracycline - ANSWER-milk contains
calcium which inhibit absorption
Aspirin should not be used in persons with - ANSWER-ASTHMA: more likely to
have a hypersensitivity reaction
GOUT: may counteract uricosuric effects of probenecid
4 A's: Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-coagulant, Anti-pyretic are associated
with which drug? - ANSWER-Aspirin
Patients taking metronidazole hydrocholoride HCl (Flagyl) should be advised to
avoid which substance? - ANSWER-Alcohol
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Meth mouth is characterized by: - ANSWER-1. rampant caries
2. burned mucosa
3. xerostomia
4. periodontal disease
5. severe attrition
Which part of the brain controls body temperature? - ANSWER-hypothalamus
The thalamus is involved in - ANSWER-sensory reception and regulation of motor
functions
The cerebrum is - ANSWER-the largest portion of the brain and controls all
voluntary actions of the body
The cerebellum is - ANSWER-located at the base of the brain and is involved in
the coordination of voluntary motor movement, balance, and muscle tone.
Which anti-hypertensive drug works by reducing the water volume in the blood
vessels? - ANSWER-Hydrochlorothiazide
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,Lisinopril (Zestril) - ANSWER-ACE inhibitor, blocks the conversion of
angiotensin I to angiotensin II
Diazepam (Valium) - ANSWER-Benzodiazepine, reduces anxiety by facilitating the
action of the neurotransmitter gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA)
ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, naproxin (Aleve) - ANSWER-NSAID, inhibits enzyme
cyclooxygenase, COX-1/COX-2
3 A's: Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) - ANSWER-thiazide diuretic, inhibits the resorption
of sodium from the distal tubule
Nifidipine (Procardia) - ANSWER-Antihypertensive, Calcium Channel Blocker:
Inhibits the movement of calcium during the contraction of cardiac and vascular
smooth muscles
Lovastatin (Mevacor) - ANSWER-Anti-Hyperlipidemic: HMG CoA Reductase
Inhibitor
Inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methyl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase, an enzyme used
for biosynthesis of cholesterol. Lowers LDL and triglyceride concentrations and
increases HDL.
Epinephrine - ANSWER-stimulates both alpha and beta receptors and can raise
blood pressure and cause bronchodilation and vasoconstriction
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,Candesartan (Atacand) - ANSWER-Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB),
Antihypertensive
Codeine - ANSWER-opioid analgesic that works by binding to and stimulating
mu-, kappa-, and delta- receptors in the CNS and spinal cord.
Nitroglycerin (Nitro-Bid) - ANSWER-vasodilator that works by producing
vascular smooth muscle relaxation throughout the body. It is used to treat
symptoms of angina.
A side effect of tetracycline is - ANSWER-photo-sensitivity, may cause
exaggerated sunburn in patients exposed to sunligjt
A side effect of aspirin is - ANSWER-- tinnitus, ringing in ears
- epigastric, GI issues
- increased bleeding
A side effect of metronidazole hydrochloride (HCl) (Flagyl) - ANSWER-
disulfiram-like reaction with alcohol, Hangover like symptoms (nausea, vomiting,
flushing, dizziness, throbbing headache, chest and abdominal discomfort)
A side effect of Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) - ANSWER-elevated blood pressure
and heart rate because it produces vasoconstriction
A side effect of Propranolol (Inderal) - ANSWER-bronchoconstriction,
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, Remember: -olol is contraindicated in patients with asthma as it blocks beta-2
receptors.
A side effect of Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - ANSWER-hepatotoxicity, liver damage
A side effect of Benzotropin (Cogentin) - ANSWER-severe xerostomia
A side effect of Phenytoin (Dilantin) - ANSWER-gingival hyperplasia, 50% of all
chronic users
A side effect of Diazepam (Valium) - ANSWER-cognitive impairment
A side effect of Penicillin (Pen VK) - ANSWER-drug hypersensitivity in 1 to 10
individuals
Which beverage should not be given with tetracycline - ANSWER-milk contains
calcium which inhibit absorption
Aspirin should not be used in persons with - ANSWER-ASTHMA: more likely to
have a hypersensitivity reaction
GOUT: may counteract uricosuric effects of probenecid
4 A's: Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-coagulant, Anti-pyretic are associated
with which drug? - ANSWER-Aspirin
Patients taking metronidazole hydrocholoride HCl (Flagyl) should be advised to
avoid which substance? - ANSWER-Alcohol
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