The organization that accredits health systems, such as hospitals every 3 years
The Joint Commission
A potentially lethal interaction that may occur between SSRI's and some other medications.
Serotonin Syndrome
What pop was invented by a pharmacist that is known for its 23 flavors?
Dr. Pepper
This is the best treatment for most viral infections.
Supportive Care
Chemotherapy drugs are stored in what sort of area?
Negative pressure storage area
Recommended daily dose of calcium (elemental or salt)
Elemental Calcium 500 mg BID
Calcium Carbonate 1,250 mg BID
Calcium Citrate 2,500 mg BID
What state was the first to require pharmacist to be licensed?
Louisiana
Per Hurley BCID what would you use to treat Haemophilus influenzae?
Ceftriaxone
Sets practice standards to help ensure that compounded sterile preparations are of high quality
USP 797
Drug of choice for hypertension in pregnancy?
Nifedipine
Published in 1820,the first book of drug standards to achieve acceptance by an entire nation.
The United States Pharmacopeia
What muscle relaxant interacts with Cipro?
Tizanidine
Multi-dose vials may be used within how many days?
28 days
Reason why Depo-Provera has FDA box warning of use limited to < 2 years
Osteoporosis risk: Studies have shown that bone mineral density is decreased (should be taken with adequate Calcium and Vitamin D)
Who is the father of American pharmacy?
William Procter Jr.
What is the goal AUC to MIC ratio for vanco?
400-600 mg*hr/L per 24 hours