EMT Pharmacology Practice Test

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• Which characteristic describes enteral medications?
• Which term describes the reasons or conditions for which a medication is given?
• What is the primary pharmacologic action of aspirin in ACS?
• What does adsorption mean in relation to activated charcoal?
• What is the primary action of syrup of ipecac?
• Parenteral medications are characterized by which statement?
• In suspected opioid overdose, regarding naloxone dosing, which statement is true?
• What is a key consideration when administering oxygen to a patient with suspected carbon monoxide poisoning?
• What is a potential adverse effect of epinephrine besides tachycardia?
• Which of the following is NOT a common route EMTs use to administer medications?
• Why is nitroglycerin contraindicated when hypotension is present?
• Which route would be used to bypass the digestive system in favor of rapid onset through nasal mucosa?
• What is the typical maximum single-dose aspirin in EMS?
• What is the recommended action if you are unsure about a medication dose in the field?
• In hypoglycemia, when is oral glucose indicated?
• Which of the following is a contraindication to nitroglycerin administration?
• Activated charcoal is contraindicated in which scenario?
• The 'Right Dose' principle requires that the dose be what?
• Which statement about topical medications is true?
• Which is a common adverse effect of activated charcoal?
• If a drug has a narrow therapeutic index, what does that imply?
• The brand name given to a drug is known as what?
• If symptoms persist after the initial epinephrine dose, what is the recommended action?
• What is a solution?
• Meter-Dosed Inhaler (MDI) administration is delivered by which route?
• A scenario where a drug binds to a receptor but does not activate it and blocks other ligands is best described as:
• What is the primary action of chewable aspirin in suspected cardiac chest pain?
• What are two common contraindications to nitroglycerin administration in the field?
• Which route is used for delivering medication through a patch on the skin to yield longer-lasting effects?
• Which route has the medication enter oral mucosa under the tongue and reach the bloodstream within minutes?
• A typical chewable aspirin dose for chest pain is which total milligrams?
• Under what circumstance should oxygen not be withheld from a patient?
• How can you ensure accuracy when measuring dosages in EMS?
• How should EMS consider patient consent when giving medications in an emergency?
• The dose of a medication is:
• Why might you need to repeat naloxone dosing?
• How should you handle a medication that requires refrigeration?
• Glucose gel dosage?
• For anaphylaxis, which statement about epinephrine auto‑injector use is correct?
• Glucose gel route?
• Which statement best describes the role of medication form?
• Which of the following is listed as an 'other kind of drug'?
• What route is most commonly used to administer epinephrine for anaphylaxis in the EMS setting?
• What is the rationale for selecting the lowest FiO2 to maintain SpO2 88–92% in COPD patients?
• Types of contraindications include:
• Why should activated charcoal be used promptly after ingestion?
• Why is checking allergies before medicating essential?
• What is a common glucose approach for a pediatric patient with suspected hypoglycemia?
• The action of a medication is:
• Which term describes the time when drug effects begin after administration?
• Gels are described as?
• Which of the following is a contraindication to nitroglycerin administration in chest pain?
• Which route is used for delivering medication into muscle tissue?
• What are the five rights of medication administration that EMTs should follow?
• Which term is used for the study of how medications exert their effects on the body, including mechanism of action?
• What does contraindication mean?
• Which two medications are most commonly used by EMTs for suspected acute coronary syndrome?
• What is the SBP threshold commonly used to administer nitroglycerin in EMS?
• Glucose gel indication?
• Which term describes the time until a drug begins to work?
• Which item is NOT one of the six rights of medication administration?
• What must you do before administering a suspension?
• Activated charcoal is most effective when given within 1 hour of ingestion.
• What does therapeutic index indicate?
• Beta-blockers may blunt the response to epinephrine; what does this imply?
• When documenting a medication administration, which item should be included?
• Which statement best describes the six rights of medication administration?
• Medical control for glucose gel?
• What is the standard adult dose of epinephrine for suspected anaphylaxis in EMS?
• What is the typical IM epinephrine dose for pediatric patients in EMS (1:1000 solution)?
• Pharmacodynamics describes:
• Which of the following is a contraindication to activated charcoal?
• Which route is designed for long-lasting effects due to skin patch delivery?
• What is the common mechanism by which nitroglycerin benefits patients with angina?
• Naloxone is administered by which route when intravenous access is not available?
• Which route provides the fastest delivery to the bloodstream?
• What is the initial naloxone nasal spray dose for suspected opioid overdose?
• Which route is used for injecting into the muscle and is usually absorbed quickly?
• What is the typical route for epinephrine administration in anaphylaxis when an auto-injector is not available?
• What SpO2 target should be maintained in COPD patients receiving oxygen in EMS?
• What are common reasons for choosing inhaled medication routes (MDI or nebulizer) over an oral route in EMS?
• Which SpO2 target range is typical for COPD patients?
• What is the standard dosage of EpiPen for an adult (>66 lbs)?
• Which SpO2 targets are typical for non-COPD versus COPD patients?
• If you are unsure about a medication dose in the field, what should you do?
• Before administering any medication in the field, which step is essential?
• How does activated charcoal reduce toxin absorption?
• Are nitroglycerin and pediatric dosing generally used together?
• If there is no response after an initial naloxone dose, what is the recommended next step?
• In which scenario should you consider alternatives to oral glucose?
• What is the pediatric dosing for epinephrine in suspected anaphylaxis?
• Oxygen is most commonly administered via which device and flow rate?
• If the patient is vomiting or cannot swallow, what should you do?
• In the EMT medication administration checklist TRAMP, which elements are included?
• Which statement about aspirin use in children with viral illnesses is correct?
• Which is the standard dose of activated charcoal for adults?
• What interaction must be avoided when nitroglycerin is used in the presence of PDE5 inhibitors?
• Nitroglycerin primarily reduces myocardial oxygen demand by causing venodilation that lowers which parameter?
• What is a key indicator that glucose administration has had a positive effect?
• Naloxone routes of administration in EMS include which option?
• Which route is administered by mouth and typically takes more than an hour to absorb?
• How many 81 mg aspirin tablets are needed to reach the commonly used EMS dose of 324 mg?
• What signs indicate nitroglycerin-induced hypotension to monitor for?
• Which Right involves checking expiration date?
• Which term describes the duration of a drug's effects?
• Why is aspirin contraindicated in children who have a viral illness?
• What monitoring should you perform after giving oxygen to a patient with COPD?
• Which route involves inhaling medications that can come as aerosols, fine powders, or sprays?
• Gases for inhalation are typically delivered how?
• A patient presents with suspected acute coronary syndrome. Which aspirin administration is appropriate for EMTs under standard protocols?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of documenting time of administration?
• A potential side effect of activated charcoal is which of the following?
• What is the standard intranasal naloxone dosage?
• How does pediatric dosing for albuterol typically differ from adult dosing?
• Indications refer to:
• What is the typical dose range for oral glucose?
• What term describes the simple, nonproprietary name of a drug?
• PO is the abbreviation for which route of administration?
• Which of the following is NOT a standard part of the documentation after medication administration?
• Absorption is defined as which of the following?
• Erectile Dysfunction medications such as sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil belong to which class of drugs?
• What is the typical onset and duration for sublingual nitroglycerin?
• Which statement accurately reflects oxygen administration in EMS?
• How should you handle transporting a patient who has just received naloxone?
• Contraindications are:
• IN stands for which route of administration?
• Which oxygen delivery device is most appropriate for moderate to high oxygen needs?
• What information should be documented when administering glucose?
• How should you approach a suspected aspirin allergy in a patient with chest pain?
• A patient weighs 60 kg. What is the maximum activated charcoal dose you should administer?
• What is the primary mechanism of action of epinephrine in anaphylaxis?
• In EMS practice, oxygen should be administered under what condition?
• In EMS chest-pain protocols, which statement is correct?
• Why is last-known-well time important in suspected stroke?
• Why is aspirin avoided in children with viral illnesses?
• Which statement best describes the effect of activated charcoal in EMS?
• Why should you verify medication with a partner before administration?
• Which term describes medications that enter the body through the digestive tract?
• Which route delivers medication through the nasal passages via a mucosal atomizer device?
• What is the standard EMS aspirin dose for suspected ACS, and how should it be administered?
• When administering naloxone, what is a common consideration for opioid-dependent patients?
• Which Right requires documentation?
• What is the primary purpose of documenting the time of administration in EMS medications?
• Which sign signals the need for naloxone in opioid overdose?
• What is the typical initial naloxone dose in EMS and its route?
• Why is documentation important after medication administration in EMS?
• An agonist medication is defined as:
• Which route delivers medication directly into the bone marrow and may require drilling through the outer bone layer?
• Why is obtaining patient consent important for medication administration?
• Which route is fastest but not suitable for all medications?
• Which route is commonly used in emergencies for quick absorption by placing the drug under the tongue?
• Intraosseous (IO) injection delivers medication to which site?
• Which condition is a contraindication to nebulized albuterol use in the field?
• Which route is most commonly used to deliver medication via a vein?
• Which route is described as being absorbed through the lungs when the medication is inhaled?
• Which set lists the five rights of medication administration?
• Before administering nitroglycerin for chest pain, which pre‑administration check is essential?
• What should you do if a medication is not on your EMS cart but is prescribed for the patient?
• Glucagon is used for hypoglycemia in which scenario and what is the typical adult dose?
• Why might epinephrine administration be more challenging in a patient taking beta-blockers?
• Which SpO2 target range is typical for non-COPD patients?
• Which route corresponds to transcutaneous or transdermal delivery?
• Which medication class is a contraindication to nitroglycerin use due to potential severe hypotension?
• Peak effect refers to which term?
• In a mass casualty incident, which actions best describe the EMT's role in medication safety?
• Activated charcoal reduces toxin absorption by adsorbing toxins in which part of the body?
• How should you document and monitor the effectiveness of oral glucose administration?
• What best describes the use and common routes for albuterol in EMS?
• What must you document after giving a medication?
• Why is it important to practice EMT pharmacology flashcards for exam readiness?
• In EMS, dextrose 50% is used to treat which condition?
• What is the role of the five rights in preventing medication errors in EMS?
• Which route includes medications delivered via nebulizer or metered-dose inhaler?
• What is the most common route for naloxone administration in prehospital settings?
• Naloxone (intranasal) is indicated for which scenario?
• Activated charcoal is used for certain oral poisonings within 1 hour; what are key contraindications?
• Glucose gel contraindication?
• Which component is directly reduced by aspirin that leads to decreased platelet aggregation?
• If a prescribed medication is not on the EMS cart, who should you contact for an exception?
• What is the primary action of albuterol in the lungs?
• What is the typical EMS dose for epinephrine in adults with anaphylaxis (1:1000)?
• What aspirin dose is commonly used for suspected ACS in EMS?
• Sublingual nitroglycerin has which characteristic?
• What is the purpose of using dextrose 50% concentration in EMS?
• Which statement correctly describes nitroglycerin administration in the EMS setting?
• Sublingual nitroglycerin is commonly used in EMS because of what characteristic?
• For nitroglycerin, what is the typical sublingual dose, and under what condition can it be repeated?
• In carbon monoxide poisoning, what therapy may be considered in addition to high-flow oxygen if indicated?
• Which sign indicates naloxone has reversed opioid-induced respiratory depression?
• Which route is represented by the abbreviation PR?
• What is a typical dose of epinephrine for anaphylaxis in EMS?
• How do you determine the appropriate pediatric dose for medications that require mg/kg dosing?
• Nebulized albuterol is indicated for patients within which age range?
• Naloxone in the field is primarily used to?
• Which route would be chosen to bypass the digestive system in favor of rapid systemic absorption through the skin?
• Transcutaneous medications precaution?
• Which term describes the time when the drug's effects are strongest?
• Which statement best describes the indication for an EpiPen in EMS?
• How should activated charcoal be administered safely?
• Oral glucose is indicated for which patients and what is the dose?
• When IV access is available, what is the typical EMS dose of dextrose?
• In COPD, excessive oxygen delivery can lead to what adverse effect?
• What is pharmacodynamics?
• Which statement correctly describes the dosing approach for pediatric albuterol compared with adults?
• An antagonist medication:
• Which statement best describes a metered-dose inhaler?
• Are there absolute contraindications to naloxone in suspected overdose?
• Which is a contraindication to nitroglycerin administration?
• What is the typical oxygen flow rate for a nonrebreather mask?
• When IV access is unavailable, what is the typical glucagon dose for adults?
• What is the typical maximum single-dose aspirin in EMS, and how might protocols vary?
• What is the adult dosage range for activated charcoal?
• A scenario best illustrating an absolute contraindication is:
• Which processes are part of pharmacokinetics?
• What is the difference between an indication and a contraindication in pharmacology?
• Why is high-flow oxygen avoided in certain patients?
• What is pharmacology?
• Name two common contraindications to activated charcoal.
• Which drug example is commonly given via a sublingual route?
• Which factors must be confirmed before giving nitroglycerin for chest pain?
• What is the purpose of medical direction and standing orders?
• After administering naloxone, which elements should you monitor?
• Which scenario is NOT a typical indication for administering supplemental oxygen in EMS?
• How should EMS personnel store nitroglycerin tablets?
• What is the recommended route for pediatric epinephrine in anaphylaxis?
• What is a standing order in EMS pharmacology?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of EMT pharmacology practice for exams?
• What is a medication?
• Glucose gel form?
• Which of the following represents a common adverse effect of albuterol?
• Which of the following is a common side effect of albuterol?
• Dose depends on weight, age and desired action of the medication. Which statement best reflects this concept?
• Which type of drug typically requires a physician's order?
• What are potential adverse effects of naloxone administration?
• What should you do if a medication is expired?
• What components should be documented when you administer a medication?
• Before giving inhaled albuterol via nebulizer or metered‑dose inhaler, which prerequisite is essential?
• Which signs indicate glucose has improved after administration?