Chapter 8 Pharmacology Questions

In advanced cases of gingivitis, which antibacterial mouthwash is frequently prescribed?

Chlorhexidine (Periogard)

Which of the following medications may be used to treat motion sickness?

Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)

Which of the following is used to treat peptic ulcers?

Lansoprazole (Prevacid)

Inflammation of the peritoneum (peritonitis) may be treated with any or all of the following except:

Methylphenidate (Ritalin)

Which of the following drugs should be avoided in a patient with a peptic ulcer?

Naproxen Sodium (Aleve)

Oral thrush (Candida albicans) is often treated with which oral antifungal agent?

Nystatin

The treatment of ulcerative colitis may include all of the following except:

Parenteral Electrolyte

Some medications may cause discoloration of the teeth. Which of the following drugs has been shown to discolor teeth when taken during early childhood?

Tetracycline

GERD may be treated with all of the following except:

Theophylline