Question 1
A patient taking simvastatin is prescribed clarithromycin for a respiratory infection. What is the primary concern?
Correct Answer:
Clarithromycin inhibits CYP3A4, dramatically increasing simvastatin levels and the risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis
Question 2
Which receptor type mediates the bronchodilator effect of salbutamol (albuterol)?
Correct Answer:
Beta-2 adrenergic receptors in bronchial smooth muscle
Question 3
What is the mechanism of action of metformin in type 2 diabetes?
Correct Answer:
Activates AMPK to reduce hepatic glucose production and improve insulin sensitivity
Question 4
Which adverse effect is uniquely associated with ACE inhibitors and distinguishes them from ARBs?
Correct Answer:
Dry, persistent cough caused by bradykinin accumulation
Question 5
What is the pharmacological basis for using atropine to treat bradycardia?
Correct Answer:
Atropine blocks muscarinic receptors, preventing acetylcholine-induced slowing of the heart rate
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Prepare with the DHA Pharmacist Licensing Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 150 questions covering pharmacist, drug, pharmacists, patient, and medication. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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