NMP Question Set 15 (Pharmacology)

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1. Which term describes a metabolite that has a similar pharmacodynamic effect to the parent drug? *
2. Which term best describes a metabolite that causes harm to the body? *
3. Which statement best defines a drug receptor? *
4. Which term best defines the membrane structure surrounding cells and organelles? *
5. Which statement best defines an enzyme? *
6. Which best characterises an adverse drug reaction (ADR) *
7. Which symbol denotes that a medicine in the UK is subject to additional MHRA monitoring upon initial licensing? *
8. Select the best definition for Drug Interaction? *
9. How is bioavailability best defined in pharmacology? *
10. Which of the following is not a commonly reported side effect of beta‑blockers? *
11. Which type of medication is salbutamol? *
12. Which is a common side-effect of inhaled corticosteroids? *
13. Which of the following medications is contraindicated during the first trimester of pregnancy? *
14. Which class of medication is most commonly associated with a persistent dry cough? *
15. Which best describes a receptor antagonist? *
16. An angiotensin II receptor antagonist typically ends with which suffix? *
17. For prescriptions on a child’s FP10, UK regulations require the age to be documented as: *
18. Which is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors? *
19. A patient’s record shows a penicillin allergy from childhood, yet they report taking amoxicillin 6 months ago without reaction. What is the most appropriate action? *
20. Buprenorphine is classified pharmacologically as which of the following? *