Question

pharmacology semester 3 final exam

1. what is a biphasic medication (multiple choice)

a.medication prescribed for 7 days
b.medication prescribed for 21 days
c.medication prescribed for less than 7 days
d.medication prescribed for 14 days or less

1. the only time you will be crossing out the lines in the mar sheet to indicate that time and not use it when you are taking what kind of medication? (multiple choice)

a.biphasic medication
b.scheduled medication
c.prn medication
d.bowel movement medications

1. what is the main difference between signing for a biphasic prn and other non biphasic prn medications? (multiple choice)

Explanation:

1. For question 9: A maintenance medication is prescribed for an extended period to manage a chronic condition, typically long-term (longer than short-term/acute courses).
2. For question 10: PRN (as needed) medications are only documented in the MAR when they are actually administered, unlike scheduled/maintenance meds which follow a set schedule.
3. For question 11: A behavioral PRN is given in response to specific behavioral symptoms (e.g., agitation, aggression), while non-behavioral PRNs address physical symptoms (e.g., pain, nausea).

Answer:

1. b. Medication prescribed for 21 days
2. c. PRN medication
3. A behavioral PRN is administered to manage behavioral symptoms (such as agitation, aggression, or anxiety), while a non-behavioral PRN is given to treat physical symptoms (like pain, nausea, or fever).