Drug Identification
What is the shorthand version of a drug's chemical name?
Generic name
What is the Schedule I classification of drugs?
No current accepted medical usefulness and a high potential for abuse.
What is the term for the patient’s name and address, and the date on a prescription?
Superscription
What is a dose?
What is the amount of a drug that a patient takes
What form of drug is applied directly to the site of use?
local-action drug
What term describes the atomic or molecular structure of a drug?
Chemical name
Which schedule of drugs has accepted medical uses but a high potential for abuse?
Schedule II
What part of a prescription includes the name and quantity of the drug
Inscription
Which factor most influences drug dosage for infants?
Age of the patient
What is an example of a systemic-action drug?
What is a drug that affects the whole body through the circulatory system
hat is the name controlled by a pharmaceutical company as a registered trademark?
Brand name or trade name
What classification includes drugs that are not required to be prescribed?
Schedule V
What instructions does the signature part of a prescription provide?
Instructions for the patient on how to take the medication.
How does patient weight affect medication?
It has a direct relation to the effect of the medication.
What are some common forms of drug administration?
Pills, capsules, liquids, drops, ointments, sprays, gases, and lotions.
In what situations might a dental assistant need to identify drug types?
When reviewing a patient’s medication history, assisting in dental procedures, or during a medical emergency.
What agency regulates the Controlled Substance Act?
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
What is the role of the pharmacist concerning prescriptions?
To prepare and administer the medication as ordered by the physician or dentist.
Why is the time of day important for taking medication?
Because the body’s rhythm can affect the drug's effectiveness.
What method involves delivering medication through inhalation?
inhalation administration
What are the three ways drugs can be identified?
Chemical name, generic name, and brand name.
What is the significance of a federal DEA identification number?
It is issued to professionals authorized to prescribe medications.
What is the purpose of printed drug references like the Physicians’ Desk Reference?
To provide comprehensive information about drug products.
What is the importance of patient tolerance in drug dosage determination?
It affects how the patient responds to the medication.
What is the purpose of an implanted pump in drug administration?
To deliver medication directly into the body over time.