SPECIAL POPULATIONS quiz

Question 1 (1 pt)
Which factor is least likely to contribute to medication nonadherence?

  • A) Complex dosing schedule

  • B) High cost of medication

  • C) Clear understanding of medication benefits ✅ Correct Answer

  • D) Severe side effects

Question 2 (1 pt)
When prescribing psychiatric medications during pregnancy, what is a primary consideration?

  • A) Always avoid medications

  • B) Use the highest effective dose

  • C) Only use medications during the first trimester

  • D) Balance the benefits and risks to both mother and fetus ✅ Correct Answer

Question 3 (1 pt)
Which part of a prescription contains the directions for the patient?

  • A) Superscription

  • B) Inscription

  • C) Subscription

  • D) Signatura ✅ Correct Answer

Question 4 (1 pt)
What is the first step in writing a safe prescription?

  • A) Confirm the patient’s insurance coverage

  • B) Write the medication dosage

  • C) Verify patient identity and allergies ✅ Correct Answer

  • D) Choose the pharmacy for dispensing

Question 5 (1 pt)
Which approach can be effective in reducing medication nonadherence?

  • A) Increasing medication dosage

  • B) Providing clear patient education ✅ Correct Answer

  • C) Reducing follow-up appointments

  • D) Switching to more expensive medications

Question 6 (1 pt)
When writing a prescription, what should always be included?

  • A) Patient’s next of kin

  • B) Patient’s phone number

  • C) Prescriber’s email address

  • D) Medication name, dosage, and instructions ✅ Correct Answer

Question 7 (1 pt)
What is a common strategy to manage side effects in psychiatric medications?

  • A) Ignoring minor side effects

  • B) Stopping the medication abruptly

  • C) Dose adjustment or switching medications ✅ Correct Answer

  • D) Recommending herbal supplements

Question 8 (1 pt)
Which SSRI is FDA-approved for the treatment of depression in children and teens?

  • A) Fluoxetine ✅ Correct Answer

  • B) Sertraline

  • C) Paroxetine

  • D) Citalopram

Question 9 (1 pt)
Which group is most at risk for medication nonadherence?

  • A) Young adults with mild symptoms

  • B) Children under parental supervision

  • C) Middle-aged individuals with stable conditions

  • D) Elderly with multiple comorbidities ✅ Correct Answer

Question 10 (1 pt)
Which antidepressant has the lowest risk of adverse effects in children and adolescents?

  • A) Fluoxetine ✅ Correct Answer

  • B) Paroxetine

  • C) Sertraline

  • D) Venlafaxine