PTCB Drug Test #2 3

Question 1

A physician orders vancomycin 1 g IV every 12 hours. Available: vancomycin 500 mg/vial. How many vials are needed per day?

Accepted Answer

4 vials

Answer

2 vials

Answer

6 vials

Answer

3 vials

Question 2

Which of the following SSRIs has the longest half-life, making it less likely to cause discontinuation syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Fluoxetine

Answer

Paroxetine

Answer

Sertraline

Answer

Citalopram

Question 3

Which of the following is the brand name for lisdexamfetamine?

Accepted Answer

Vyvanse

Answer

Adderall

Answer

Ritalin

Answer

Concerta

Question 4

What is the mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors?

Accepted Answer

Prevent conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II

Answer

Block aldosterone receptors

Answer

Block angiotensin II receptors

Answer

Inhibit renin directly

Question 5

Which of the following is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Alprazolam

Answer

Buprenorphine

Answer

Morphine

Answer

Methylphenidate

Question 6

Rosuvastatin is marketed under which brand name?

Accepted Answer

Crestor

Answer

Lipitor

Answer

Zocor

Answer

Pravachol