Chapter 11 Adverse Drug Reactions (techmcq) Sample Questions
1. Which of the following would be the appropriate response of a pharmacy technician when a patient with a history of peptic ulcer who is taking omeprazole asks if ibuprofen is suitable for her headache?
- A. Recommend ibuprofen as it is an effective pain reliever for headaches.
- B. Inform the patient that ibuprofen may not be suitable for her and advise her to speak with a pharmacist or her doctor before taking any new medication.
- C. Tell the patient that ibuprofen is not suitable for her and recommend an alternative pain reliever.
- D. Advise the patient to stop taking omeprazole before taking ibuprofen to avoid any potential interactions.
Ans:
B
Tips: Inform the patient that ibuprofen may not be suitable for her and advise her to speak with a pharmacist or her doctor before taking any new medication.
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that is commonly used to treat peptic ulcers. NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and can counteract the protective effect of PPIs. Therefore, it is important to advise the patient to speak with a pharmacist or doctor before taking ibuprofen, as they may recommend an alternative pain reliever or suggest taking it with caution and monitoring for any adverse effects.
2. Which of the following would be the appropriate response of a pharmacy technician when a patient with a history of peptic ulcer who is taking omeprazole asks if ibuprofen is suitable for her headache?
- A. Recommend ibuprofen as it is an effective pain reliever for headaches.
- B. Inform the patient that ibuprofen may not be suitable for her and advise her to speak with a pharmacist or her doctor before taking any new medication.
- C. Tell the patient that ibuprofen is not suitable for her and recommend an alternative pain reliever.
- D. Advise the patient to stop taking omeprazole before taking ibuprofen to avoid any potential interactions.
Ans:
B
Tips: Inform the patient that ibuprofen may not be suitable for her and advise her to speak with a pharmacist or her doctor before taking any new medication.
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that is commonly used to treat peptic ulcers. NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and can counteract the protective effect of PPIs. Therefore, it is important to advise the patient to speak with a pharmacist or doctor before taking ibuprofen, as they may recommend an alternative pain reliever or suggest taking it with caution and monitoring for any adverse effects.
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