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Cough & Cold
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1Some possible causes of a Subacute cough include which of the following: (Select all that apply)
- ABacterial sinusitis
- BAsthma
- CACE inhibitors
- DPost-nasal drip
- EGERD
- FCOPD
- GBronchitis
2True 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.- ATrue
- BFalse
3Which of the following decongestants is acceptable and preferred for use pregnancy?
- ASudafed PE
- BAfrin Nasal spray
- CBronchaid
- DZicam
- ENasacort
- FMucinex
4Phenylephrine, naphazoline, xylometazoline, oxymetazoline are examples of which type of decongestant?
- ATopical nasal decongestants
- BPSE
- CPE
- DExpectorant
5Which of the following ailments is characterized by presentation of violent, uncontrollable coughing and may be accompanied by rhinorrhea, fever, and diarrhea?
- APertussis
- BMeasles
- CSwine Flu
- DCommon cold
- ERubella
6Which of the following OTC products acts centrally in medulla to increase cough threshold?
- AA. DXM
- BB. Guaifenisen
- CC. Diphenhydramine
- DD. Codeine
- EE. Throat lozenges
- FA, C, and D
- GAll of the above
- HA, B, C, and D.
7According to ACCP, which of the following is an appropriate treatment of cough due to the common cold?
- A1st Generation Antihistamine and decongestant
- B2nd generation antihistamine and decongestant
- CDecongestant and Dextromethorphan
- D2nd generation antihistamine and Dextromethorphan
- E1st generation Antihistamine and Dextromethorphan
8Serious and life-threatening adverse events never occur if a child accidentally ingests a small amount (1 – 2 mL) of
topical decongestants.- ATrue
- BFalse
9The FDA is reviewing information about the safety of nonprescription cough and cold medicines for which age group?
- A6 months through 2 years
- B2 years through 11 years
- C4 years through 6 years
- D6 years through 12 years
10Which of the following classes of medication are considered Adrenergic agonists (sympathomimetics)?
- ADecongestants
- BExpectorants
- CAntihistamines
- DAntitussives
11Which of the following treatments for congestion has a low bioavailability and a short half-life?
- APseudoephedrine
- BPhenylephrine
- CEphedrine
- DOxymetalozone
- EGuaifenisen
12Which brand product is associated with causing Anosmia?
- AZicam
- BAfrin
- CNetipot
- DNasacort
- EFlumist
13Lozenges and vaporizers are examples of topical decongestants.
- ATrue
- BFalse
14For Diphenhydramine, the indicated [blank_start]Antitussive dose[blank_end] is lower than [blank_start]antihistamine dose[blank_end].
- AAntitussive dose
- Bantihistamine dose
15Which is considered the gold standard of it's drug class?
- ADiphenhydramine
- BDextromethorphan
- CCodeine
- DGuaifenesin
16Codeine is classified as drug class __________ when used at antitussive dosages and when combined with noncodeine ingredients
- ASchedule I
- BSchedule II
- CSchedule III
- DSchedule IV
- ESchedule V
17At what doses are Dextromethorphan and codeine considered Equipotent?
Dextromethorphan =_____________ ; codeine =________- ADXM= 30mg-60mg; Codeine= 8mg-15mg
- BDXM=15mg-30mg; Codeine= 8mg-15mg
- CDXM= 8mg-15mg; Codeine= 15mg-30mg
- DDXM= 15-30mg; Codeine= 8mg-16mg
- EDXM= 30mg; Codeine= 15mg
18Which of the following OTC products has an adverse drug interaction with MAOI's?
- ADextromethorphan
- BDiphenhydramine
- CDoxylamine
- DCodeine
- EPseudoephedrine
19All 1st generation antihistamines are FDA approved as antitussives as well.
- ATrue
- BFalse
20Which of the following are acceptable non-pharmacological options for treatment of symptoms of nasal congestion? (Select all that apply)
- ASit or lie in bed in an upright position.
- BHumidifiers or vaporizers
- CSaline drops/spray
- DPectin
- EMenthol Lozenges
- FCough drops
- GDrink lots and lots and lots of water.
- HBulb syringe for children
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