Dental Hygiene Pharmacology Practice Exam

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• What best defines a prescription?
• Known risk of benzocaine topical anesthesia in young children?
• List two common adverse effects of NSAIDs relevant to dental patients.
• Which statement about IV Sedation onset is true?
• What is the maximum dose of lidocaine for a 70 kg adult?
• Subantimicrobial-dose doxycycline in periodontics has which dose and purpose?
• Which analgesic is recommended as safe in the late stages of pregnancy?
• Which antibiotics are avoided during pregnancy due to teratogenic risks?
• What is the mechanism of action for topical benzocaine anesthesia?
• What is the adult prophylaxis premedication for a patient without a penicillin allergy prior to a dental appointment?
• The topical route refers to which body part?
• What does the prescription abbreviation PRN stand for?
• Topical administration refers to which tissue?
• What is Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity (LAST) and its initial management?
• Which of the following is an NSAID commonly used in dentistry?
• What are the most common prescriptions written by dentists?
• Percocet, Percodan, and Tylox are listed under which schedule?
• What is the alcohol interaction associated with metronidazole?
• Which of the following is the correct expansion of PRN?
• The abbreviation QID indicates dosing frequency how many times per day?
• Which antibiotic should be used for an anaerobic mixed infection insensitive to penicillin?
• How can dental professionals ensure accurate dosing for pediatric analgesics?
• Which of the following best describes the onset for IV Sedation compared to other methods?
• Broad range of drugs act against which organisms?
• Which antibiotic is indicated for treating an aerobic mixed infection insensitive to penicillin?
• Drug of choice to treat adult periodontitis is:
• Which antibiotic is commonly considered bacteriostatic at standard doses?
• What is a common safety precaution when using benzodiazepines for dental sedation?
• First-line antibiotic for odontogenic infection in a patient with no penicillin allergy?
• In a 1:100,000 epinephrine local anesthetic, how many milligrams of lidocaine and epinephrine are present?
• Which statement about vasoconstrictors with local anesthetics is true?
• During IV Sedation, which monitoring device is recommended?
• Which route is described as the least effective way to administer drugs?
• Which analgesic should be avoided during the third trimester of pregnancy?
• Why is dental staining a concern with tetracyclines but not penicillins?
• What is the first-line treatment for an allergic hypersensitivity reaction?
• Which description defines deep sedation?
• Which patient would not automatically require infective endocarditis prophylaxis before a dental procedure?
• Which schedule includes Robitussin AC?
• What is the maximum dose of bupivacaine for a 70 kg adult?
• What is the role of epinephrine in dental local anesthesia?
• Which antibiotic is listed as used to treat osteomyelitis in the material?
• General Anesthesia vs Deep Sedation: which statement best contrasts the two?
• Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat soft tissue infections in the oral region as first-line therapy?
• In penicillin-allergic patients, which antibiotic serves as a commonly accepted alternative for IE prophylaxis?
• Drug of choice to treat ANUG (acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis) is:
• Which statement about local anesthetic metabolism is true?
• Which statement accurately describes IE prophylaxis considerations for dental patients with prosthetic valves or complex congenital heart disease?
• What is the maximum dose of mepivacaine for a 70 kg adult?
• How can antibiotic use in dentistry influence oral contraceptive effectiveness?
• What is the standard prophylactic antibiotic regimen for IE prevention in a non-allergic patient?
• What are early signs of opioid overdose relevant to dental practice?
• Which statement describes the onset of IV Sedation?
• Which schedule is described as 'Can not be called into pharmacy'?
• Which statement best contrasts the patient’s responsiveness under GA, DS, and IV sedation?
• Which statement is true about IV Sedation?
• Which statement about macrolides is true?
• Which antibiotic is commonly considered bactericidal?
• For odontogenic infections in penicillin-allergic patients with anaerobic coverage, which antibiotic is often preferred?
• In penicillin-allergic patients with anaerobic odontogenic infections, which antibiotic is preferred?
• Which antibiotic is considered first-line for anaerobic odontogenic infections in penicillin-allergic patients?
• Which statement about vasoconstrictors in local anesthetics is true?
• In children, which dosing schedule for acetaminophen is correct?
• Do macrolide antibiotics affect the QT interval?
• What is the maximum daily dose of acetaminophen for adults?
• Name two commonly used NSAIDs in dentistry.
• For a 70 kg patient, what is the maximum number of vasopressor-containing carpules of 2% lidocaine?
• For adult premedication in a patient with a penicillin allergy, which antibiotic dosage is described?
• Which organism is most commonly associated with fungal overgrowth such as thrush in immunocompromised patients?
• Drug used to treat or prevent infection for soft tissue abscess, cellulitis, and post-surgical periodontal infection is:
• Valium, Halcion, Xanex are examples of which schedule?
• In immunocompromised patients, antibiotic use may lead to which complication?
• IM stands for which route of administration?
• What does STAT mean in medication orders?
• Why are tetracyclines contraindicated in pregnancy and children under 8?
• Which medication is used as the drug of choice to treat fungal overgrowth in immunocompromised patients?
• When is the Amoxicillin 2 g dose described for adult prophylaxis relative to the appointment?
• Which statement is true regarding acetaminophen use in patients with liver disease or chronic alcohol use?
• Which medication is a Schedule II drug that can be called into a pharmacy?
• What is the role of fluoride varnish or gel in pediatric dentistry?
• Which statement about airway status is true for general anesthesia?
• During IV Sedation, which monitoring method is used?
• Which statement best describes Deep Sedation?
• Broad-spectrum antibiotics have a wide variety including Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Which statement best describes this spectrum?
• Classification of controlled substances into schedules is based on which factor?
• Which set of routes is associated with variable onset and moderate control?
• IV stands for which route of administration?
• "By mouth, under tongue, in nose, up rectum" describes which routes?
• What is the interaction between NSAIDs and anticoagulants?
• Which age group is at higher risk of methemoglobinemia with benzocaine?
• The abbreviation TID indicates administration how often?
• What are considerations for benzodiazepines regarding pregnancy?
• Drug of choice to treat a dental abscess is:
• Among the listed local anesthetics, which has a maximum dose of 90 mg for a 70 kg adult?
• How do NSAIDs reduce pain in dental care?
• Which class of local anesthetics has a higher allergy risk?
• Which term is synonymous with 'every' in dosing instructions?
• In prescription abbreviations, the letter Q indicates?
• Why are vasoconstrictors used with local anesthetics in dentistry?
• Which statement about topical administration is correct?
• Legend drugs are regulated medications that require a DEA number and are scheduled II-V. Which statement best describes their regulation?
• How should allergy documentation be handled in dental practice regarding drug allergies?
• The most common types of prescriptions written by dentists are:
• Which term describes medications requiring a prescription and monitored due to abuse potential?
• What is the recommended analgesia approach for a patient with multiple NSAID adverse effect risk factors?
• What is the maximum recommended dose of epinephrine per dental appointment for a healthy adult?
• What is the recommended approach to pediatric analgesic dosing to ensure accuracy?
• Which agent is commonly used to treat oral fungal infections in immunocompromised patients?
• For IE prophylaxis, amoxicillin should be given how long before the dental procedure?
• What effect do macrolides have on warfarin therapy that could increase bleeding risk?
• Which statement is true about airway risk under General Anesthesia vs Deep Sedation?
• Which schedule is described as cannot be prescribed?
• What is the mechanism of action of local anesthetics?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a route of administration in the material?
• During IV Sedation, which monitoring option best describes standard safety monitoring?
• Which tissue metabolizes ester local anesthetics?
• What drugs can a dental hygienist legally prescribe?
• Name two ester local anesthetics that have been used in dentistry.
• Which set of routes corresponds to "Oral, Sublingual, Rectal, Intranasal" as described in the material?
• Antibiotics may affect gut flora, altering production of which vitamin essential for coagulation?
• What is a common nonprescription and prescription combination for dental pain relief?
• Which statement about monitoring during IV sedation is most accurate?
• Acquired resistance occurs when an organism that was previously susceptible becomes resistant. Which of the following best describes this concept?
• Which best describes general anesthesia?
• When is metronidazole particularly useful in dentistry?
• What is a common adverse effect of doxycycline beyond photosensitivity?
• Which antibiotic is the preferred treatment for anaerobic dental infections such as ANUG?
• Which antibiotic is listed as used to treat osteomyelitis in the material?
• What is the purpose of including a vasoconstrictor in a local anesthetic?
• Which option best describes the onset and control for topical administration?
• During pregnancy, which antibiotics are preferred for dental infections?
• Which antibiotic is a commonly used example of a bacteriostatic agent?
• Which schedule contains Tylenol #2, Tylenol #3, Tylenol #4, Lortab, Vicodin?
• What is a major adverse effect associated with clindamycin in dental practice?
• Which combination is commonly used to manage moderate to severe dental pain and may include an opioid component?
• Which statement best describes the interaction of NSAIDs with anticoagulants?
• Name two amide local anesthetics commonly used in dentistry.
• Which of the following describes the interaction between antibiotics and warfarin (Coumadin)?
• Intranasal administration delivers medication through which route?
• Which abbreviation denotes four times a day?
• Penicillin VK dosing for odontogenic infection is commonly which regimen?
• The abbreviation BID on a prescription means what?
• Valium, Halcion, Xanex are examples of which schedule?
• Narrow range of drugs act against which organisms?
• Which schedule includes Demerol among its examples?
• What is a primary goal of maintaining INR in the therapeutic range for a patient undergoing dental extraction?
• What is the purpose of fluoride varnish or gel in pediatric dentistry?
• What is the significance of antibiotic prophylaxis stewardship in dental students and practice?
• Which statement best describes the role of a dental hygienist in Rx writing?
• Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic category listed for dental pharmacology?
• Which statement best defines General Anesthesia?
• What are key safety considerations for benzodiazepines when used for dental sedation?
• Penicillin-allergic prophylaxis options?
• What is the role of antibiotic stewardship in dental practice?
• Which statement best describes bactericidal antibiotics?
• Which statement about antibiotics and birth control pills is correct?
• Why is doxycycline used at subantimicrobial doses in periodontal therapy?
• What is the primary purpose of fluoride varnish in pediatric dentistry?
• Which abbreviation means at bedtime?
• Which statement differentiates General Anesthesia from Deep Sedation in terms of airway management?
• Which analgesic is generally avoided in the third trimester?
• Which organ system is most commonly affected by NSAID-related adverse effects such as ulcers and bleeding risk mentioned for dental patients?
• Robitussin AC is listed under which schedule?
• Fungal overgrowth may be precipitated by what scenario?
• Which statement defines a prescription?
• Which statement best describes deep sedation?
• Drug of choice to treat juvenile periodontitis is:
• Which medication is a Schedule III drug?
• Which statement correctly describes airway risk relationship between General Anesthesia and Deep Sedation?
• Ibuprofen dosing for children is typically 5-10 mg/kg per dose every 6-8 hours, with a maximum daily dose of 40 mg/kg.
• What is the recommended management approach for a patient on warfarin undergoing a dental extraction?
• Name two opioid-containing analgesics commonly used in dentistry.
• Acquired resistance is best defined as:
• What does P.O. stand for in dosage instructions?
• Fluoride varnish is used for in pediatric dentistry?
• What is the guideline for benzodiazepine prescribing for dental anxiety in pregnancy risk?