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Cough & Cold

Question 1 of 20

1

Some possible causes of a Subacute cough include which of the following: (Select all that apply)

Select one or more of the following:

  • Bacterial sinusitis

  • Asthma

  • ACE inhibitors

  • Post-nasal drip

  • GERD

  • COPD

  • Bronchitis

Explanation

Question 2 of 20

1

True or False:
Patients with a cough and also experiencing one or more of the following: shortness of breath, chest pain, hemoptysis, chills, night sweats, tightness in throat, peripheral edema, cyanosis, unintentional weight loss, rash and persistent headache, etc. are no longer appropriate candidates for self care counseling, and must be referred to their primary care provider.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 3 of 20

1

Which of the following decongestants is acceptable and preferred for use pregnancy?

Select one of the following:

  • Sudafed PE

  • Afrin Nasal spray

  • Bronchaid

  • Zicam

  • Nasacort

  • Mucinex

Explanation

Question 4 of 20

1

Phenylephrine, naphazoline, xylometazoline, oxymetazoline are examples of which type of decongestant?

Select one of the following:

  • Topical nasal decongestants

  • PSE

  • PE

  • Expectorant

Explanation

Question 5 of 20

1

Which of the following ailments is characterized by presentation of violent, uncontrollable coughing and may be accompanied by rhinorrhea, fever, and diarrhea?

Select one of the following:

  • Pertussis

  • Measles

  • Swine Flu

  • Common cold

  • Rubella

Explanation

Question 6 of 20

1

Which of the following OTC products acts centrally in medulla to increase cough threshold?

Select one of the following:

  • A. DXM

  • B. Guaifenisen

  • C. Diphenhydramine

  • D. Codeine

  • E. Throat lozenges

  • A, C, and D

  • All of the above

  • A, B, C, and D.

Explanation

Question 7 of 20

1

According to ACCP, which of the following is an appropriate treatment of cough due to the common cold?

Select one of the following:

  • 1st Generation Antihistamine and decongestant

  • 2nd generation antihistamine and decongestant

  • Decongestant and Dextromethorphan

  • 2nd generation antihistamine and Dextromethorphan

  • 1st generation Antihistamine and Dextromethorphan

Explanation

Question 8 of 20

1

Serious and life-threatening adverse events never occur if a child accidentally ingests a small amount (1 – 2 mL) of
topical decongestants.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 9 of 20

1

The FDA is reviewing information about the safety of nonprescription cough and cold medicines for which age group?

Select one of the following:

  • 6 months through 2 years

  • 2 years through 11 years

  • 4 years through 6 years

  • 6 years through 12 years

Explanation

Question 10 of 20

1

Which of the following classes of medication are considered Adrenergic agonists (sympathomimetics)?

Select one of the following:

  • Decongestants

  • Expectorants

  • Antihistamines

  • Antitussives

Explanation

Question 11 of 20

1

Which of the following treatments for congestion has a low bioavailability and a short half-life?

Select one of the following:

  • Pseudoephedrine

  • Phenylephrine

  • Ephedrine

  • Oxymetalozone

  • Guaifenisen

Explanation

Question 12 of 20

1

Which brand product is associated with causing Anosmia?

Select one of the following:

  • Zicam

  • Afrin

  • Netipot

  • Nasacort

  • Flumist

Explanation

Question 13 of 20

1

Lozenges and vaporizers are examples of topical decongestants.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 14 of 20

1

For Diphenhydramine, the indicated is lower than .

Drag and drop to complete the text.

    Antitussive dose
    antihistamine dose

Explanation

Question 15 of 20

1

Which is considered the gold standard of it's drug class?

Select one of the following:

  • Diphenhydramine

  • Dextromethorphan

  • Codeine

  • Guaifenesin

Explanation

Question 16 of 20

1

Codeine is classified as drug class __________ when used at antitussive dosages and when combined with noncodeine ingredients

Select one of the following:

  • Schedule I

  • Schedule II

  • Schedule III

  • Schedule IV

  • Schedule V

Explanation

Question 17 of 20

1

At what doses are Dextromethorphan and codeine considered Equipotent?
Dextromethorphan =_____________ ; codeine =________

Select one of the following:

  • DXM= 30mg-60mg; Codeine= 8mg-15mg

  • DXM=15mg-30mg; Codeine= 8mg-15mg

  • DXM= 8mg-15mg; Codeine= 15mg-30mg

  • DXM= 15-30mg; Codeine= 8mg-16mg

  • DXM= 30mg; Codeine= 15mg

Explanation

Question 18 of 20

1

Which of the following OTC products has an adverse drug interaction with MAOI's?

Select one of the following:

  • Dextromethorphan

  • Diphenhydramine

  • Doxylamine

  • Codeine

  • Pseudoephedrine

Explanation

Question 19 of 20

1

All 1st generation antihistamines are FDA approved as antitussives as well.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 20 of 20

1

Which of the following are acceptable non-pharmacological options for treatment of symptoms of nasal congestion? (Select all that apply)

Select one or more of the following:

  • Sit or lie in bed in an upright position.

  • Humidifiers or vaporizers

  • Saline drops/spray

  • Pectin

  • Menthol Lozenges

  • Cough drops

  • Drink lots and lots and lots of water.

  • Bulb syringe for children

Explanation

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