SAMPLE TEST (For Reference Only)
I. VOCABULARY AND STRUCTURE
SECTION A: Choose the best answer and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet.
1. Inhaled dosage forms of medication consist of aerosol, ---------------, etc.
A. alcohol, wine, beer B. powder and pills
C. cream or nasal sprays D. inhalants or sprays
2. --------------- are the oral dosage form of medication.
A. Lotion and solution B. Tablets and suppositories
C. Drops and pastes D. Ointment and suspension
3. This is a topical dosage form of medication such as ---------------.
A. Creams and lotions B. Capsules and solutions
C. Suppositories and exlixirs D. Ointments and suspensions
4. --------------- - drug preparations that need to be dissolved before use.
A. Stimulants B. Suspensions
C. Elixirs D. Solutions
5. --------------- are spreadable, greasy preparations used for local application; they have a
thicker texture than cream.
A. Lotions B. Liquids
C. Pastes D. Ointments
6. --------------- is the term for a hollow gelatin container that holds a powdered medication.
A. Capsule B. Tablet
C. Pill D. Suppository
7. --------------- are available in the following forms: solution, syrups, suspensions and elixirs.
A. Drops B. Liquids
C. Solutions D. Powders
8. -------------- are sterile solutions or suspensions supplied in ampoules, vials, bags or
bottles.
A. Elixirs B. Syrups
C. Suspensions D. Injectable solutions
9. --------------- are large bullet-shaped tablets administered either rectally or vaginally.
A. Inhalants or sprays B. Suspensions
C. Suppositories D. Injectable solutions
10. --------------- are available in the following forms (creams, ointments, lotions, pastes and
so on).
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A. Inhalants and sprays B. Skin preparations
C. Suspensions D. Injectable solutions
11. --------------- studies the structures of the human body.
A. Anatomy B. Physiology
C. Hepatology D. Nephrology
12. --------------- studies how the human body functions.
A. Anatomy B. Physiology
C. Psychology D. Pharmacology
13. --------------- studies the human body’s conditions: healthy states, sicknesses or diseases.
A. Anatomy B. Physiology
C. Pathology D. Pharmacology
14. --------------- is mainly concerned with the study of the liver and its concerns.
A. Anatomy B. Physiology
C. Nephrology D. Hepatology
15. The allergic reaction occurs after the first time the person has been --------------- the drug,
not the first time the drug is taken.
A. responded to B. responsible for
C. exposed to D. got in touch with
16. --------------- is a medical science concerned with the safe and effective use of medicines.
A. Medicine B. Medication
C. Pharmacy D. Pharmacology
17. The United States and Canada use the term --------------- or pharmacy. It is possible for the
shop to be a general chemist without the ability to fulfill prescription.
A. Drug store B. Medicine shop
C. Medicine store D. Pharmacy store
18. In the role of pharmaceutical cares, --------------- ensure the safe and effective useof
medication.
A. pharmacists or chemists B. doctors or pharmacists
C. druggists and physicians D. pharmacy and pharmaceutics
19. --------------- is a chemical science which studies the properties and reactions of drugs
especially with relation to their therapeutic value.
A. Biochemistry B. Chemistry
C. Pharmacy D. Pharmacology
20. Pharmacology can be divided into two separate areas: --------------- and
pharmacodynamics.
A. pharmacokinetics B. medicinal chemistry
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C. pharmaceutics D. biochemistry
21. A special council (---------------) creates the generic names used for the drugs made in the
United States.
A. WHO B. USAN
C. BAN D. FDA
22. There are three types of drug names: the chemical mane, the ---------------
(nonproprietary, official), and the brand name. They can be confusing.
A. generic name B. exclusive name
C. trade name D. international name
23. --------------- is the scientific term that describes the exact chemical composition of atoms
and molecules for the main ingredient of the drug.
A. The chemical name B. The nonprorietary name
C. The trade name D. The international name
24. The first letter of --------------- is always capitalized, and name will often be followed by
either the symbol (for registered trademark) orTM (for trademark).
A. The chemical name B. The trade mark
C. The generic name D. The brand name
25. The dispensing of medicines is often regulated by governments into three categories. -----
---------- are dispensed by a pharmacist without the doctor’s prescription.
A. POM B. OTC
C. BTC D. Off-label
26. OTC drugs are considered safe for --------------- when the package directions for dosage
and schedule are followed.
A. Mild conditions B. self-medication
C. malignant diseases D. normal events
27. --------------- are the most carefully-monitored of all drugs. They have high potential for
abuse and may cause physical or psychological dependency
A. OTC drugs B. POM drugs
C. BTC drugs D. Controlled substances
28. --------------- are convenient and allow you to control your own health care to some extent.
However, some problems do exist with these drugs.
A. OTC drugs B. Prescription medicines
C. Antibiotics D. Medicinal drugs
29. The doctor can use --------------- to treat bacterial infections but not viral infaction.
A. Antifungus B. Apirin
C. Antibiotics D. Antihistamine
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30. --------------- are frequently used in studies of new medicines to measure the
pharmacologic effects of a new medicine compared with the inert placebo.
A. Negative attitude B. Placebos
C. Positive attitude D. Nocebo
SECTION B: SECTION B: Choose the word/phrase that is closest in meaning to the
underlined word/phrase.
31. A patient’s expectations about treatment and the care received can positively affect the
outcome of therapy, a phenomenon known as the placebo effect.
A. cause B. effective
C. result D. infuence
32. Pain is a feeling triggered in the nervous system. It may be sharp or dull. It may come and
go, or it may be constant.
A. influenced B. caused
C. affected D. resulted from
33. When using this product - antihistamine, drowsiness may occur, so we should avoid
alcoholic drinks.
A. nausea B. dizziness
C. sleepiness D. insomnia
34. Psycological dependencyis the mind’s desire for the repeated administration of a drug.
A. applying B. use
C. Drud interaction D. nervous reaction
35. Metabolism is the process the medication converted chemically inside the body.
A. Absorption B. Distribution
C. Mechanism D. Biotransformation
II. READING COMPREHENSION
SECTION A: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. Choose the
best answer and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet.
Allergic reactions occur when the immune system responds to a harmless (36) ------------, such
as food, pollen, or medicine. Common symptoms include rash, itching, and swelling. Most
reactions are mild, but some can become very (37) ------------.
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can develop (38) ------------. It may cause
difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, and loss of consciousness. This condition is a medical
(39) ------------ and requires immediate treatment.
The first-line treatment for anaphylaxis is an (40) ------------ injection, usually given with an
auto-injector. Patients at risk are advised to carry this medicine at all (41) ------------.
(42) ------------ play an important role in educating patients about allergies. They help identify
(43) ------------, provide advice, and ensure medicines are used (44) ------------. Understanding
allergic reactions helps students improve patient (45) ------------ and safety.
36. A. allergen B. infection C. disease D. virus
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37. A. simple B. dangerous C. common D. normal
38. A. slowly B. rarely C. carefully D. suddenly
39. A. case B. issue C. emergency D. problem
40. [Link] B. antibiotic C. insulin D. adrenaline
41. A. times B. places C. days D. situations
42. A. Doctors B. Pharmacists C. Patients D. Nurses
43. A. causes B. symptoms C. allergens D. diseases
44. A. quickly B. safely C. easily D. cheaply
45. A. treatment B. knowledge C. reaction D. care
SECTION B: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. Choose the
best answer and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet.
Off-label use refers to the prescribing of medications for purposes that have not been
officially approved by regulatory authorities. This may include using a drug for a different
disease, in a different age group, at a different dosage, or through a different route of
administration than specified in the approved labeling.
Although off-label use is legal and common in medical practice, it requires careful clinical
judgment. Physicians often rely on scientific evidence, clinical experience, and updated
guidelines to support such decisions. In some cases, off-label prescribing is essential,
especially when no approved treatments are available for a particular condition.
However, off-label use may carry certain risks because the drug has not undergone extensive
testing for that specific use. Therefore, healthcare providers must consider the potential
benefits and risks and monitor patients closely for adverse effects.
Clear communication with patients is also important. Patients should be informed about the
off-label nature of the treatment, including its potential advantages and possible side effects.
Overall, off-label use plays a significant role in advancing medical practice but must be
approached with caution to ensure patient safety.
QUESTIONS
46. What is off-label use?
A. Prescribing drugs for unapproved uses
B. Using drugs only for approved indications
C. Selling drugs without regulation
D. Manufacturing new medications
47. Which of the following is considered off-label use?
A. Using a drug exactly as approved
B. Prescribing a drug for a different disease
C. Taking a drug after meals
D. Using generic drugs instead of brand-name drugs
48. Why do physicians prescribe drugs off-label?
A. To reduce drug prices
B. To avoid regulations
C. To provide treatment when no approved options exist
D. To increase drug sales
49. What is a potential risk of off-label use?
A. Lower drug effectiveness in all cases
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B. Lack of any scientific support
C. Limited testing for the specific use
D. Guaranteed severe side effects
50. What should healthcare providers do when prescribing off-label drugs?
A. Avoid informing patients
B. Ignore possible risks
C. Prescribe without evidence
D. Inform patients and monitor for adverse effects
ANSWER KEY WITH BRIEF EXPLANATIONS
46. A – Off-label = use not officially approved.
47. B – Different disease = classic off-label case.
48. C – Used when no approved treatment exists.
49. C – Not fully tested for that specific indication.
50. D – Must inform patients and monitor safety.