Adverse Drug Reactions: Identification, Management, and Prevention

Question 1

The Naranjo scale is a tool used to evaluate the likelihood of an ADR being:

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Probable

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Idiosyncratic

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Dose-dependent

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Unlikely

Question 2

Type A ADRs are typically characterized by which of the following?

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Predictable and dose-related

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Unpredictable and idiosyncratic

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Delayed onset

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Irreversible effects

Question 3

Which of the following is a reporting requirement for serious ADRs in the United States?

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Healthcare providers must report to the FDA within 15 calendar days of becoming aware

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Patients can report directly to the FDA

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Reporting is only required for new drugs

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There is no reporting requirement for serious ADRs

Question 4

What's the main purpose of a de-challenge and re-challenge procedure in assessing a suspected adverse drug reaction (ADR)?

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Confirm the ADR and establish a link to the suspected medication

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Rule out other possible causes of the ADR

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Reduce the severity of the ADR

Question 5

Which type of adverse drug reaction is the most prevalent?

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Type A

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Type B

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Type C

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Type D

Question 6

What is the primary mechanism of Type A adverse drug reactions?

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Overdosage or altered metabolism

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Immunological response

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Genetic susceptibility

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Drug interactions

Question 7

Which factor increases the likelihood of Type B adverse drug reactions?

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Genetic variations

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Age

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Gender

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Concurrent medical conditions

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a type of adverse drug reaction (ADR)?

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Type X

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Type A

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Type B

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Type C

Question 9

A patient develops a rash after taking a new medication. Which of the following is the most likely mechanism of action for this ADR?

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Immune-mediated

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Dose-related

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Idiosyncratic

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Genetic

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of a potentially preventable ADR?

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Hepatotoxicity from acetaminophen overdose

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Anaphylaxis to penicillin

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GI upset from aspirin

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Nephrotoxicity from gentamicin

Question 11

A patient presents with unexplained bruising after starting a new medication. What is the most appropriate action to take?

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Discontinue the medication and refer to a hematologist

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Obtain a complete blood count

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Monitor the patient's INR

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Repeat the medication dose

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a common manifestation of a hypersensitivity reaction?

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Nausea

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Urticaria

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Bronchospasm

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Anaphylaxis

Question 13

What is the primary aim of pharmacovigilance?

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Detect and prevent ADRs

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Develop new medications

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Investigate drug interactions

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Monitor drug utilization

Question 14

What is the most common mechanism of Type A adverse drug reactions?

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Pharmacodynamic

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Immunological

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Idiosyncratic

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Metabolic

Question 15

What is the initial step in managing an adverse drug reaction?

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Discontinuing the suspected drug

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Administering an antidote

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Consulting a pharmacist

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Monitoring the patient

Question 16

What is the primary purpose of the Naranjo scale?

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To assess the likelihood of an adverse drug reaction being caused by a specific drug

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To identify the mechanism of an adverse drug reaction

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To predict the severity of an adverse drug reaction

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To determine the need for further testing

Question 17

What is the main objective of pharmacovigilance?

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To monitor and prevent adverse drug reactions

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To develop new drugs

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To educate healthcare professionals

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To conduct clinical trials

Question 18

How should a healthcare professional respond to a patient who reports an adverse drug reaction?

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Document the report and investigate further

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Dismiss the report as unimportant

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Reassure the patient that it is a common side effect

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Tell the patient to stop taking the medication immediately

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for experiencing adverse drug reactions?

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Excellent patient compliance

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Advanced age

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Polypharmacy

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Hepatic impairment

Question 20

In the initial management of an adverse drug reaction, what is the most appropriate first step?

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Discontinuing the suspected medication

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Increasing the drug dosage

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Consulting a pharmacist

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Closely monitoring the patient without altering the medication regimen

Question 21

What is the primary function of a Naranjo probability scale?

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Estimating the likelihood of an ADR being caused by a specific drug

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Classifying the severity of an ADR

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Determining the mechanism of an ADR

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Monitoring the effectiveness of an ADR prevention strategy

Question 22

Which of the following terms describes an adverse drug reaction that affects only a small proportion of individuals?

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Idiosyncratic ADR

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Type A ADR

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Type B ADR

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Allergic ADR

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a commonly recognized mechanism of adverse drug reactions (ADRs)?

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Post-marketing surveillance

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Idiosyncratic reactions

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Off-target effects

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Drug interactions

Question 24

The Naranjo Probability Scale is primarily used for assessing the:

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Likelihood of causality between a drug and an ADR

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Severity of an ADR

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Mechanism of an ADR

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Predictability of an ADR

Question 25

A patient taking warfarin develops gastrointestinal bleeding. Which of the following laboratory tests would be most useful in monitoring this patient's condition?

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Coagulation profile

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Complete blood count

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Liver function tests

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Serum electrolytes

Question 26

A patient receiving methotrexate develops severe bone marrow suppression. What is the most appropriate course of action?

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Discontinue methotrexate and administer leucovorin

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Increase the dose of methotrexate

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Monitor the patient closely

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Refer the patient to a specialist

Question 27

What is the primary responsibility of a pharmacist in managing adverse drug reactions?

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Evaluating the reaction, assessing causality, and recommending interventions

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Prescribing alternative medications

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Monitoring the patient for worsening symptoms

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Educating the patient about ADRs

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a type of adverse drug reaction (ADR)?

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Type E

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Type A

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Type B

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Type C

Question 29

What is the first-line therapy for an anaphylactic reaction caused by an ADR?

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Epinephrine

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Antihistamines

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Corticosteroids

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Bronchodilators

Question 30

What is the role of the Naranjo scale in evaluating ADRs?

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To determine the likelihood of an ADR being caused by a specific drug

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To predict the severity of an ADR

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To prevent ADRs from occurring

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To guide patient management

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a mechanism by which ADRs can occur?

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Good patient adherence

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Altered drug metabolism

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Drug-drug interactions

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Genetic factors

Question 32

What is the goal of pharmacovigilance?

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To identify and prevent ADRs

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To develop and test new drugs

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To monitor drug use patterns

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To generate revenue for the pharmaceutical industry

Question 33

Which of the following is an example of an idiosyncratic ADR?

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Stevens-Johnson syndrome

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Gastrointestinal upset

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Hepatotoxicity

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Myopathy

Question 34

Which of the following is the most common type of adverse drug reaction (ADR)?

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Type A ADRs (Augmented)

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Type B ADRs (Bizarre)

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Type C ADRs (Chronic)

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Type D ADRs (Delayed)

Question 35

What is the term for an ADR that is unpredictable, unrelated to dose, and typically involves immunologic mechanisms?

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Type B ADR

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Type A ADR

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Type C ADR

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Type D ADR

Question 36

What is the initial step in managing an ADR?

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Discontinuing the suspected drug

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Changing the dose of the suspected drug

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Administering an antidote

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Monitoring the patient closely

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for preventing ADRs?

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Increasing the medication dosage

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Appropriate drug selection

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Patient education

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Medication reconciliation

Question 38

What is the primary goal of pharmacovigilance?

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To monitor and prevent adverse drug reactions

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To develop new drugs

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To regulate drug use

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To disseminate information about drugs

Question 39

Which of the following is the most common type of adverse drug reaction, typically resulting from an exaggerated pharmacological effect?

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Type A reactions

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Type B reactions

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Type C reactions

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Type D reactions

Question 40

According to best practices, what should be the initial step in managing an adverse drug reaction?

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Discontinuing the suspected medication

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Adjusting the dose of the medication

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Changing to a different medication

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Monitoring the patient's response without altering the medication regimen

Question 41

Which of the following is a potential mechanism underlying Type A adverse drug reactions?

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Overdose

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Allergic reaction

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Enzyme inhibition

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Idiosyncratic reaction

Question 42

What is the primary role of pharmacovigilance in enhancing drug safety?

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Monitoring drug use patterns to identify potential adverse effects

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Developing new drugs with improved safety profiles

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Educating healthcare professionals about safe medication practices

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Compensating patients who experience adverse drug reactions

Question 43

When selecting a treatment for an adverse drug reaction, which factor should be given the highest priority?

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Severity of the reaction

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Underlying medical condition of the patient

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Age of the patient

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Cost of the treatment

Question 44

In clinical practice, what ethical and legal obligations do healthcare professionals have regarding adverse drug reactions (ADRs)?

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Healthcare professionals must report all suspected ADRs.

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Reporting ADRs is optional, and healthcare professionals have no legal duty to do so.

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Patients are primarily responsible for reporting ADRs to healthcare professionals.

Question 45

Which classification system for adverse drug reactions (ADRs) is NOT widely recognized?

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Haller

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World Health Organization (WHO)

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Hartwig and Siegel

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National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)

Question 46

Which of the following is a well-established risk factor for developing an ADR?

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Concurrent use of multiple medications

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Young age

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Female sex

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Excellent overall health

Question 47

Which of the following is a recommended strategy for preventing ADRs?

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Medication reconciliation

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Increasing the dose of the medication

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Not monitoring the patient for adverse effects

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Ignoring drug interactions

Question 48

What is the most frequently encountered type of ADR?

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Gastrointestinal upset

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Skin reactions

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Neurological symptoms

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Cardiovascular events

Question 49

Which of the following is considered a serious ADR?

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Anaphylaxis

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Headache

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Dizziness

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Nausea

Question 50

What is the initial step in managing an ADR?

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Stop the medication

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Wait and observe if the ADR resolves

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Increase the dose of the medication

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Administer additional fluids

Question 51

Which of the following is an example of a pharmacodynamic ADR?

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Hypotension

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Skin rash

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Hepatotoxicity

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Nausea

Question 52

Which of the following is an example of a pharmacokinetic ADR?

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Drug-drug interaction

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Anaphylaxis

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Skin rash