Using of medicines in clinical practice
1 Indications for glucocorticoid administration (all answers are correct, except one):
- Shock
- Hypertensive disease
- Allergic diseases
- Inflammatory diseases
- Complicated intoxications
ANSWER:B
2 What pharmacological effect is not character for Prednisolone:
- Vasodilation
- Antiallergi
- Anti-inflammatory
- Immunosuppressant
- Antitoxic
ANSWER: A
3 The direct-acting plasminogen activator and fibrinolitic drug is:
- streptomicine
- urokinase
- epsilon-aminocaproic acid
- vikasol
- heparin
ANSWER: B
4 The antithrombotic drug which inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes is:
- prednisone
- dipyridamole
- ascorbic acid
- aspirin
- vikasol
ANSWER: D
5 Histamine-1 receptor antagonists include:
- ranitidine
- nizatidine
- famotidine
- terfenadine
- cimetidine
ANSWER: D
6 Agents for treatment of anaphylactic shock
- Anaprilin
- Adrenaline
- Morphine
- Codeine
- Analgine
ANSWER: B
7 Mechanism of antiallergic actions of antihistamin preparations is
- Inactivation of histamine
- Block cholinoreceptor of peripheral ganglions
- Block of Н1-histamine receptors
- Activation of Н2-histamine receptors
- Diminish formation of antibodies
ANSWER: C
8 Hormonal preparation applied in case of anaphylactic shock
- Anaprilin
- Prednisolone
- Morphine
- Codeine
- Analgin
ANSWER: B
9 Heparin is
- Anticoagulant
- Analgesic
- Cardiac glycoside
- Antianginal medicine
- Drug for treatment of bronchial asthma
ANSWER: A
10Antithyroid drugs (Mercazolil, Propilthyouracil):
- inhibit the effects of thyroid hormones in peripheral tissues
- inhibit the synthesis of thyroid hormones
- are used for treatment of hypothyroidism
- are used for treatment of congestive heart failure
- are used for treatment of glaucoma
ANSWER: B
11Which of following drugs is inhibitor of H2 histamine receptors?
- pantoprazole
- ranitidine
- lansoprazole
- nifuroxazide
- salbutamol
ANSWER: B
12Loperamide, Imodium
- is used in the treatment of diarrhea
- is usedfor the treatment of constipation
- is a type ICyclooxygenase inhibitor
- is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
- inhibit H2 histamine receptors
ANSWER: A
13 To reduce a tachycardia of more than 100 beats per minute in a patient with a newly discovered Graves' disease (hyperthyroidism), the following drug is usually prescribed:
- disopyramide
- amiodarone
- digoxine
- cibenzoline
- propranolol
ANSWER: E
14The drugs whose generic name (international common name) ends in - glitazone like rosiglitazone, pioglitazone, are:
- antibiotics derived from fluoroquinolones
- antiepileptic drugs
- nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
- used as antidiabetics in the treatment of type II diabetes
- glucocorticoid
ANSWER: D
15The drug, which decreases the secretion of the gastric glands
- Atropine sulfas
- Coffeinum-natriibenzoas
- Pentagastrinum
- Proserinum
- Aceclidinum
ANSWER: A
16The indications for prescribing of H2 – histamine blockers
- Hypoacidic gastritis
- Anorexia
- Acute cholecystitis
- The ulcerous disease of the stomach and duodenum
- Stomatitis
ANSWER: D
17 Which drug belongs to the antacid?
- Aluminiihydroxydum
- Ranitidin
- Atropine sulfas
- Cimetidine
- Pancreatin
ANSWER: A
18Which drug belongs to the laxatives?
- Pepsin
- RadicisRhei
- Ranitidin
- Atropine sulfas
- Apomorphinum
ANSWER: B
19 Which drug belongs to the antivomiting effect?
- Famotidine
- Magnesium sulfas
- Aluminiihydroxydum
- Metoclopramide
- Paracetamol
ANSWER: D
20The hormone drug, which can cause osteoporosis at the prolonged administration
- Insulin
- Prednisolone
- Calcitonin
- Methyltestosteronum
- Synestrolum
ANSWER: B
21The hormone drug with the anti-shock action
- Parathyreoidinum
- Thyreoidinum
- Synestrolum
- Prednisolone
- Insulin
ANSWER: D
22The indications for glucocorticosteroid administration
- Edemas
- Arterial hypertension
- Goiter
- Rheumatism
- Psychoses
ANSWER: D
23What drug is prescribed at the diabetes mellitus, type II?
- Vasopresinum
- Metformin
- Thyroxinum
- Oxytocinum
- Hydrocortisoniacetas
ANSWER: B
24What are (is) clinical activities of Aspirin?
- Antipyretic
- Analgesic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antiplatelet
- All answers are correct
ANSWER: E
25What are (is) clinical uses of glucocorticoid?
- Rheumatism
- Chronic Inflammation
- Immune suppression
- Asthma
- All of the above
ANSWER: E
26What are (is) conditions in which H2 Blockers are used clinically?
- Peptic ulcer
- Gastritis
- Esophageal reflux
- Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
- All of the above
ANSWER: E
27All of the following are H2 Blockers EXEPT?
- Cimetadine
- Ranitidine
- Famotidine
- Nizatidine
- Diazoline
ANSWER: E
28What is condition in which Omeprazole, Lansoprazole is used?
- Peptic ulcer
- Gastritis
- Esophageal reflux
- Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
- All of the above
ANSWER: E
29What is indication for Misoprostol usage?
- Diarrhea
- Aspirin ulcer
- Hypertension
- Hypotension
- Angina pectoris
ANSWER: B
30What drug is used for acute pancreatitis?
- Contrical
- Pancreatin
- Panangin
- Diazoline
- Aspirin
ANSWER: A
31Which drug is used to stimulation of bile secretion?
- Nifedipine
- Cholosas
- Aspirin
- Amlodipine
- Furosemide
ANSWER: B
32Patient suffers from hyperacidity syndrome and constipation. Choose drug for treatment this patient.
- Magnesiioxydum
- Sodium hydrocarbonats
- Aluminiihydroxydum
- Potassium chloride
- Sodium sulfas
ANSWER: A
33The gastric protector applied for the medical treatment of the gastric and duodenal ulcers
- Sucralfate
- Proserine
- Aluminium oxide
- Metoclopramide
- Nitrazepam
ANSWER: A
34Indicate the preparation administered at the ulcer disease, which decrease the gastric gland secretion:
- Pirenzepine
- Omeprazole
- Metronidazolum
- Panzynorm forte
- Sulpiride
ANSWER: B
35All the answers about Loperamide are correct, except one, indicate it:
- It decreases activity of intestinal
- It stimulates of intestinal opioid receptors
- It increases tonus of sphincters
- It applied for the medical treatment of the diarrhea
- It applied for the medical treatment of the constipation
ANSWER: E
36Angina pectoris is:
- Severe constricting chest pain, often radiating from the precordium to the left shoulder and down the arm, due to insufficient blood supply to the heart that is usually caused by coronary disease
- An often fatal form of arrhythmia characterized by rapid, irregular fibrillar twitching of the ventricles of the heart instead of normal contractions, resulting in a loss of pulse
- The cardiovascular condition in which the heart ability to pump blood weakens
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: A
37All these drug groups useful in angina both decrease myocardial oxygen requirement (by decreasing the determinations of oxygen demand) and increase myocardial oxygen delivery (by reversing coronary arterial spasm), EXCEPT:
- Nitrates and nitrite drugs (Nitroglycerin, Isosorbidedinitrate)
- Calcium channel blockers (Nifedipine, Nimodipine)
- Beta-adrenoceptor-blocking drugs (Atenolol, Metoprolol)
- Potassium channel openers (Minoxidil)
- None of the above
ANSWER: C
38This drug group useful in angina decreases myocardial oxygen requirement (by decreasing the determinations of oxygen demand) and does not increase myocardial oxygen delivery (by reversing coronary arterial spasm):
- Nitrates and nitrite drugs (Nitroglycerin, Isosorbidedinitrate)
- Myotropic coronary dilators (Dipyridamole)
- Potassium channel openers (Minoxidil)
- Beta-adrenoceptor-blocking drugs (Atenolol, Mtoprolol)
- None of the above
ANSWER: D
39Which of the following nitrates and nitrite drugs are long-acting?
- Nitroglycerin, sublingual
- Isosorbidedinitrate, sublingual (Isordil, Sorbitrate)
- Amyl nitrite, inhalant (Aspirols, Vaporole)
- Sustac
- All of the above
ANSWER: D
40Which of the following nitrates and nitrite drugs is used for prevention of angina attack?
- Nitroglycerin, 2% ointment (Nitrol)
- Nitroglycerin, oral sustained-release (Nitrong)
- Isosorbidemononitrate (Ismo)
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: D
41Duration of nitroglycerin action (sublingual) is:
- 10-30 minutes
- 6-8 hours
- 3-5 minutes
- 1.5-2 hours
- 2-3 hours
ANSWER: A
42Side effect of nitrates and nitrite drugs are, EXCEPT:
- Orthostatic hypotension,
- Tachycardia
- GI disturbance
- Throbbing headache
- Facial flushing
ANSWER: C
43Which of the following antianginal agents is a calcium channel blocker?
- Nitroglycerin
- Lidocaine
- Dipyridamole
- Minoxidil
- NifedipineANSWER: E
44Main clinical use of calcium channel blockers is:
- Angina pectoris
- Hypertension
- Supraventricular tachyarrhythmias
- None of the above
- All of the above
ANSWER: E
45Which of the following antianginal agents is a beta-adrenoceptor-blocking drug:
- Dipyridamole
- Validol
- Metoprolol
- Alinidine
- Salmeterol
ANSWER: C
46The following agents are cardioselective beta1-adrenoceptor-blocking drugs labeled for use in angina, EXCEPT:
- Metoprolol
- Bisoprolol
- Atenolol
- Propranolol
- Carvedilol
ANSWER: D
47Which of the following antianginal agents is a potassium channel opener:
- Dipyridamole
- Validol
- Atenolol
- Minoxidil
- Lisinopril
ANSWER: D
48This drug reduces blood pressure by acting on vasomotor centers in the CNS:
- Labetalol
- Clonidine
- Enalapril
- Nifedipine
- Metoprolol
ANSWER: B
49Tick the drug with nonselective beta-adrenoblocking activity:
- Atenolol
- Propranolol
- Metoprolol
- Nebivolol
- Bisoprolol
ANSWER: B
50This drug inhibits the angiotensin-converting enzyme:
- Captopril
- Enalapril
- Ramipril
- None of the above
- All of the above
ANSWER: E
51This drug is a directly acting vasodilator:
- Labetalol
- Clonidine
- Enalapril
- Furosemid
- Nifedipine
ANSWER: E
52Pick out the diuretic agent for hypertension treatment:
- Losartan
- Dichlothiazide
- Captopril
- Amlodipine
- Prazosin
ANSWER: B
53This drug blocks alpha-1 adrenergic receptors:
- Prazosin
- Clonidine
- Enalapril
- Nifedipine
- Bisoprolol
ANSWER: A
54This drug routinely produces some tachycardia:
- Propranolol
- Clonidine
- Enalapril
- Verapamil
- Nifedipine
ANSWER: E
55Choose the unwanted effects of clonidine:
- Parkinson’s syndrome
- Sedative and hypnotic effects
- Agranulocytosis and aplastic anemia
- Dry cough and respiratory depression
- All of the above
ANSWER: B
56The reason of diuretics administration for hypertension treatment is:
- Block the adrenergic transmission
- Diminishing of blood volume and amount of Na+ ions in the vessels endothelium
- Depression of rennin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
- Depression of the vasomotor center
- All of the above
ANSWER: B
57Tick the diuretic agent – aldosterone antagonist:
- Furosemide
- Spironolactone
- Dichlothiazide
- Captopril
- Indapamide
ANSWER: B
58Tick the diuretic agent having a potent and rapid effect:
- Furosemide
- Spironolactone
- Dichlothiazid
- None of the above
- All of the above
ANSWER: A
59Diltiazem is characterized by following:
- Vasodilator
- It has antiarrhythmic effect
- Non-dihydropyridineCa channel blocker
- Block Ca channels in cardiac tissue & vascular smooth muscles
- All of the above
ANSWER: E
60All of the following statements concerning the use of furosemide are true EXCEPT:
- Loop-acting diuretic
- Membrane ion transport inhibitor
- Inhibits Na/K/2Cl cotransporter in ascending loop of Henle
- Indicated in edema, heart failure, hypercalcemia
- Do not increase ototoxicity of aminoglycoside
ANSWER: E
61Choose true statements concerning the use of methyldopa
- Antihypertensive drug
- Adrenergic alpha 2 receptor agonist
- Converted to active form methyl-norepinephrine which activates central alpha2 receptors
- It is effective in pregnancy
- All of the above
ANSWER: E
62Choose true statements concerning the use of losartan
- Antihypertensives
- Angiotensin receptor antagonist
- Blocks AT II receptor in vascular smooth muscles & adrenal cortex
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: D
63Correct statements about glucocorticoids include all of the following, EXCEPT:
- Effects of glucocorticoids are mediated by widely distributed glucocorticoid receptors that are members of the superfamily of nuclear receptors.
- Glucocorticoids have dose-related metabolic effects on carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism.
- Glucocorticoids have pro-inflammatory effects.
- Glucocorticoids have catabolic effects in lymphoid and connective tissue, muscle, fat, and skin.
- Glucocorticoids have antiallergic effects
ANSWER: C
64Which of the following glucocorticoids is a short- to medium-acting drug?
- Prednisolon
- Dexamethasone
- Triamcinolone
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: A
65Which of the following glucocorticoids is a long-acting drug?
- Prednisolon
- Dexamethasone
- Triamcinolone
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: B
66Anti-inflammatory effect of glucocorticoids is caused by
- Reducing the prostaglandin and leukotriene which results from inhibition of phospholipase A2
- Reducing macrophages migration into the site of inflammation
- Decreasing capillary permeability
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: D
67Which of the following statements concerning the anti-inflammatory effect of glucocorticoids is TRUE?
- Anti-inflammatory effect of glucocorticoids results from inhibition of cyclooxygenase
- Anti-inflammatory effect of glucocorticoids results from inhibition of phospholipase A2 and reducing prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis
- None of the above
- Induction of cyclooxygenase II expression which results in reducing amount of an enzyme available to produce prostaglandins
- All of the above
ANSWER: B
68Immunosupressive effect of glucocorticoids is caused by:
- Reducing concentration of lymphocytes (T and B cells) and inhibiting function of tissue macrophages and other antigen-presenting cells
- Suppression of cyclooxygenase II expression which results in reducing amount of an enzyme available to produce prostoglandins
- None of the above
- Activation of phospholipase A2 and reducing prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis.
- All of the above
ANSWER: A
69Which of the following statements concerning the anti-inflammatory effect of NSAIDs are TRUE?
- Anti-inflammatory effect of NSAIDs results from inhibition of cyclooxygenase
- Anti-inflammatory effect of NSAIDs results from inhibition of phospholipase A2 and reducing prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis
- Anti-inflammatory effect of NSAIDs results from induction of cyclooxygenase II expression which results in reducing the amount of an enzyme available to produce prostoglandins
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: A
70Indication of glucocorticoids is:
- Chronic (Addison’s disease) and acute adrenocortical insufficiency
- Organ transplants (prevention and treatment of rejection – immunosuppression)
- Inflammatory conditions of bones and joints (arthritis, bursitis, tenosynovitis).
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: D
71Main complications of insulin therapy include the following:
- Hypoglycemia
- Insulin allergy
- Lipodystrophy at an injection site
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: D
72Which of the following NSAIDs is a propionic acid derivative?
- Ibuprofen
- Indomethacin
- Metamizole (Analgin)
- Diclofenac
- All of the above
ANSWER: A
73Which of the following NSAIDs is an indol derivative?
- Ibuprofen
- Indomethacin
- Meclofenamic acid
- Diclofenac
- All of the above
ANSWER: B
74Which of the following NSAIDs is a pyrazolone derivative?
- Ibuprofen
- Indomethacin
- Metamizole (Analgin)
- Diclofenac
- None of the above
ANSWER: C
75Which of the following NSAIDs is an oxicam derivative?
- Piroxicam
- Indomethacin
- Meclofenamic acid
- Diclofenac
- None of the above
ANSWER: A
76Which of the following NSAIDs is a selective COX-2 inhibitor?
- Piroxicam
- Indomethacin
- Celecoxib
- diclofenac
- None of the above
ANSWER: C
77Indication for aspirin administration are the following, EXCEPT:
- Inflammatory conditions
- Decreasing the incidence of transient ischemic attack, unstable angina, coronary artery thrombosis with myocardial infarction, and thrombosis after coronary artery bypass grafting
- None of the above
- Relieving severe visceral pain, e.g. myocardial infarction, cancer pain condition, renal or biliary colic
- Reducing elevated body temperature
ANSWER: D
78Side effects of aspirin include following:
- Gastric upset (intolerance)
- Salicylism (vomiting, tinnitus, decreased hearing, and vertigo)
- Gastric ulcers and upper gastrointestinal bleeding
- All of the above
- None of the above
ANSWER: D
79Pharmacodynamics involves the study of following EXCEPT:
- Biological effects of drugs
- Absorption and distribution of drugs
- Mechanisms of drug action
- Drug interactions
- Therapeutic effects of drugs
ANSWER: B
80Pharmacodynamics involves the study of following?
- Mechanisms of drug action
- Biotransformation of drugs in the organism
- Distribution of drugs in the organism
- Excretion of drug from the organism
- Binding to proteins
ANSWER: A
81An agonist is a substance that:
- Interacts with the receptor without producing any effect
- Interacts with the receptor and initiates changes in cell function, producing various effects
- Increases concentration of another substance to produce effect
- Interacts with plasma proteins and doesn’t produce any effect
- All of the above
ANSWER: B
82Give the definition for a therapeutical dose:
- The amount of a substance to produce the minimal biological effect
- The amount of a substance to produce effects hazardous for an organism
- The amount of a substance to produce the required effect in most patients
- The amount of a substance to accelerate an increase of concentration of medicine in an organism
- The amount of a substance to produce the minimal adverse effects
ANSWER: C
83Which effect may lead to toxic reactions when a drug is taken continuously or repeatedly?
- Refractoriness
- Cumulative effect
- Tolerance
- Tachyphylaxis
- Idiosyncrazy
ANSWER: B
84What term is used to describe a more gradual decrease in responsiveness to a drug, taking days or weeks to develop?
- Refractoriness
- Cumulative effect
- Tolerance
- Tachyphylaxis
- Idiosyncrazy
ANSWER: C
85What is the type of drug-to-drug interaction which is connected with processes of absorption, biotransformation, distribution and excretion?
- Pharmacodynamic interaction
- Physical interaction
- Chemical interaction
- Pharmaceutical interaction
- Pharmacokinetic interaction
ANSWER: E
86What is the type of drug-to-drug interaction which is the result of interaction at receptor, cell, enzyme or organ level?
- Pharmacodynamic interaction
- Physical interaction
- Pharmaceutical interaction
- Pharmacokinetic interaction
- Chemical interaction
ANSWER: A
87A teratogenic action is:
- Toxic action on the liver
- Negative action on the fetus causing fetal malformation
- Toxic action on blood system
- Toxic action on kidneys
- The ability of a substance to cause cancer
ANSWER: B
88Therapeutic index (TI) is:
- A ratio used to evaluate the safety and usefulness of a drug for indication
- A ratio used to evaluate the effectiveness of a drug
- A ratio used to evaluate the bioavailability of a drug
- A ratio used to evaluate the elimination of a drug
- None of the above
ANSWER: A
89Indicate the expectorant with the reflex mechanism:
- Sodium benzoate
- Derivatives of Ipecacucnha and Thermopsis
- Trypsin
- Ambroxol
- Bromhexine
ANSWER: B
90Tick the antitussive agent with a peripheral effect:
- Codeine
- Tusuprex
- Libexine
- Glaucine hydrochloride
- None of the above
ANSWER: C
91Which of these groups of drugs is used for asthma treatment?
- Methylxanthines
- M-cholinoblocking agents
- Beta2 – agonists
- Steroids
- All of the above
ANSWER: E
92Pick out the bronchodilator drug related to xanthine:
- Atropine
- Ipratropium
- Orciprenaline
- Adrenaline
- Theophylline
ANSWER: E
93Indicate the nootropic agent:
- Sydnocarb
- Eleuterococci extract
- Fluoxetine
- Piracetam
- Caffeine
ANSWER: D
94Indicate the CNC stimulating drug, which belongs to adaptogens:
- Amphetamine
- Eleuterococci extract
- Caffeine
- Sydnocarb
- Nootropil
ANSWER: B
95Adaptogens cause:
- Improvement of efficiency using physical loads and acceleration of recovery after the load
- Stimulation of respiratory and vasomotor centers
- Temporary relief of the feeling of tiredness, facilitating the professional work and fighting somnolence
- Increased resistance towards stress situations and adaptation to extreme conditions
- None of the above
ANSWER: D
96Which of the following agents is a general tone-increasing drug of plant origin?
- Meridil
- Eleuterococci′s extract
- Pantocrin
- Caffeine
- T-activin
ANSWER: B
97Therapeutic uses of caffeine include all of the following EXCEPT:
- Cardiovascular collapse
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Migraine
- Somnolence
- Gastric ulceration
ANSWER: E
98For treatment of heartburn patient regularly used some powder. After a week of drug using vomiting, nausea, abdomen pain, fibrillation, shallow and slow breathing. Biochemical examination show alkalosis. What drug used patient?
- Natriihydrocarbonas
- Aluminium hydroxide
- Magnesium sulfate
- Omeprasole
- Calcium carbonate
ANSWER: A
99To the patient with gout the doctor prescribed allopurinol. What pharmacological property of allopurinol is important in this situation?
- Competitive inhibition of xantinoxydase.
- Increasing of evacuation of nitrogen substances.
- Acceleration of catabolism of pirimidinic nucleotides
- Decreasing of reutilization of pirimidinic nucleotides
- Increasing of synthesis of nucleic acids
ANSWER: A
100An elderly male patient has essential hypertension, congestive heart failure, and type I insulin-dependent diabetes. His congestive failure developed secondary to coronary vascular disease associated with hyperlipidemia. What antihypertensive drug(s) may be most appropriate for this patient?
- chlorothiazide
- lisinopril
- propranolol
- metoprolol
- all of the above
ANSWER: B