Pregunta 1
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Some possible causes of a Subacute cough include which of the following: (Select all that apply)
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Bacterial sinusitis
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Asthma
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ACE inhibitors
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Post-nasal drip
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GERD
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COPD
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Bronchitis
Pregunta 2
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True or False:
Patients with a cough and also experiencing one or more of the following: shortness of breath, chest pain, hemoptysis, chills, night sweats, tightness in throat, peripheral edema, cyanosis, unintentional weight loss, rash and persistent headache, etc. are no longer appropriate candidates for self care counseling, and must be referred to their primary care provider.
Pregunta 3
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Which of the following decongestants is acceptable and preferred for use pregnancy?
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Sudafed PE
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Afrin Nasal spray
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Bronchaid
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Zicam
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Nasacort
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Mucinex
Pregunta 4
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Phenylephrine, naphazoline, xylometazoline, oxymetazoline are examples of which type of decongestant?
Pregunta 5
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Which of the following ailments is characterized by presentation of violent, uncontrollable coughing and may be accompanied by rhinorrhea, fever, and diarrhea?
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Pertussis
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Measles
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Swine Flu
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Common cold
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Rubella
Pregunta 6
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Which of the following OTC products acts centrally in medulla to increase cough threshold?
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A. DXM
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B. Guaifenisen
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C. Diphenhydramine
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D. Codeine
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E. Throat lozenges
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A, C, and D
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All of the above
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A, B, C, and D.
Pregunta 7
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According to ACCP, which of the following is an appropriate treatment of cough due to the common cold?
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1st Generation Antihistamine and decongestant
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2nd generation antihistamine and decongestant
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Decongestant and Dextromethorphan
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2nd generation antihistamine and Dextromethorphan
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1st generation Antihistamine and Dextromethorphan
Pregunta 8
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Serious and life-threatening adverse events never occur if a child accidentally ingests a small amount (1 – 2 mL) of
topical decongestants.
Pregunta 9
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The FDA is reviewing information about the safety of nonprescription cough and cold medicines for which age group?
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6 months through 2 years
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2 years through 11 years
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4 years through 6 years
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6 years through 12 years
Pregunta 10
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Which of the following classes of medication are considered Adrenergic agonists (sympathomimetics)?
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Decongestants
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Expectorants
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Antihistamines
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Antitussives
Pregunta 11
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Which of the following treatments for congestion has a low bioavailability and a short half-life?
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Pseudoephedrine
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Phenylephrine
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Ephedrine
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Oxymetalozone
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Guaifenisen
Pregunta 12
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Which brand product is associated with causing Anosmia?
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Zicam
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Afrin
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Netipot
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Nasacort
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Flumist
Pregunta 13
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Lozenges and vaporizers are examples of topical decongestants.
Pregunta 14
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For Diphenhydramine, the indicated [blank_start]Antitussive dose[blank_end] is lower than [blank_start]antihistamine dose[blank_end].
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Antitussive dose
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antihistamine dose
Pregunta 15
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Which is considered the gold standard of it's drug class?
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Diphenhydramine
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Dextromethorphan
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Codeine
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Guaifenesin
Pregunta 16
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Codeine is classified as drug class __________ when used at antitussive dosages and when combined with noncodeine ingredients
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Schedule I
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Schedule II
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Schedule III
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Schedule IV
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Schedule V
Pregunta 17
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At what doses are Dextromethorphan and codeine considered Equipotent?
Dextromethorphan =_____________ ; codeine =________
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DXM= 30mg-60mg; Codeine= 8mg-15mg
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DXM=15mg-30mg; Codeine= 8mg-15mg
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DXM= 8mg-15mg; Codeine= 15mg-30mg
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DXM= 15-30mg; Codeine= 8mg-16mg
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DXM= 30mg; Codeine= 15mg
Pregunta 18
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Which of the following OTC products has an adverse drug interaction with MAOI's?
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Dextromethorphan
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Diphenhydramine
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Doxylamine
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Codeine
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Pseudoephedrine
Pregunta 19
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All 1st generation antihistamines are FDA approved as antitussives as well.
Pregunta 20
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Which of the following are acceptable non-pharmacological options for treatment of symptoms of nasal congestion? (Select all that apply)
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Sit or lie in bed in an upright position.
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Humidifiers or vaporizers
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Saline drops/spray
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Pectin
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Menthol Lozenges
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Cough drops
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Drink lots and lots and lots of water.
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Bulb syringe for children