Pharmacology Chapter 1

How many years on average does it take for a drug to be brought to market from the time of its conception?

8-15 years

Which drug schedule indicates drugs with the highest risk for abuse?

Schedule I

Which correctly describes the difference between Schedule II drugs and Schedule V drugs?

Schedule II drugs are more likely to cause dependence.

Which legislation was enacted to stimulate development and availability of drugs to treat rare diseases?

Orphan Drug Act

Which stage of new drug development involves giving the medication to large numbers of individuals with the disorder that the medication intends to treat?

Developmental stage—Phase 3

Which governmental body was organized to gather intelligence, train, conduct research in the area of dangerous drugs and drug abuse, and enforce the Controlled Substances Act?

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

Which description best defines a medication?

Drug used for a therapeutic effect to treat or prevent an illness

Which legislation was written to require companies to determine the safety of medications before marketing?

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938

Which use does the MedWatch form serve?

Identifying adverse effects of a drug in the general population

Which definition is accurate for the trade name of a drug?

The proprietary name of the drug given by a manufacturer

Which source of information is best for the nurse to obtain drug information?

electronic databases

Which name(s) of a drug should the nurse use when teaching a patient with a new prescription?

generic and trade

Which statement about drug names is correct?

A drug may have multiple proprietary names

A patient with diabetes has elevated blood glucose levels and exhausted their insulin (Humulin R) medication supply. The patient cannot delay taking insulin until the primary healthcare provider is consulted. Which action by the licensed practical nurse is best in this situation according to the Canadian Food and Drugs Act and Regulations?

Collaborating with the pharmacist to issue insulin to the patient immediately