NAPSR FINAL EXAM ANSWERS (Spring 2024)
Revised, Attempt score: 160 Out of 160 points
2024/2025
1. What section of a drug's package insert describes situations in which
the drug should not be used because the risks outweighs the
therapeutic benefits?
Contraindications
2. What is tertiary care?
highly specialized medical and surgical care provided by a large medical
center for unusual or complex medical problems
3. Which of the following is not one of the stages in the classic approach in
brand development strategy covered in your manual?
brand quality
4. What are vasodilators used to do?
decrease vascular resistance and increase blood flow
5. What is the name of the condition that occurs after a specific dose of a
drug is given at such regular intervals tat absorption and elimination have
become fairly constant?
steady state
6. Which statement is TRUE about ocular administration?
Ocular administration is used primarily to treat the eye
7. Which entities invests the mot money in pharmaceutical R&D?
,The U.S Pharmaceutical companies
8. How are most drugs excreted?
via the kidneys
9. Over the last few decades, what has happened to legal limitations on
sales' reps discussions about off label uses?
limitations have decreased
10. Define Branding Name
What does it mean if two drugs are at parity?
both drugs are essentially in a neutral position
11. Who is most likely to benefit from electronic sampling programs?
Everyone benefits
12. What is abbreviation of "one half"
SS
13. What is an internist?
A physician who practices internal medicine
14. Which of the following is a type of white blood cell?
lymphocytes
15. Why are novice sales representatives often placed in charge of
negotiating MCO formularies?
They are not. This job is reserved for more experienced reps
16. What distinguishes pharmacodynamics from pharmacokinetics?
, Pharmacodynamics studies how drugs affect the body
17. What proportion of the drugs tested on human subjects are eventually
approved by the FDA?
about 70%
18. According to a study discussed in your manual, how do most
physicians prefer to receive their drug samples?
directly from sale representatives
19. Which of the following is an example of a central value?
I buy Advil to show that I'm a modern consumer?
20. Which of the following specialties likely has the MOST emergency
calls?
cardiology
21.What affects the rate of active transport?
the availability of carriers and energies
22. Over the last few decades, what has happened to the FDA approval
time for new drugs?
It has been shortened to reduce the cost of new drug development?
23. Which of the following would NOT help improve compliance?
pharmacies understanding how generics differ from brand name drugs
24. Which entity chooses a drug's trade name?
the FDA
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