01
Written response
1 point
What is the FDA-stated adult daily maximum amount of acetaminophen from all medicines combined? Enter the value in milligrams.
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02
True or false
1 point
True or false: If someone may have taken more acetaminophen than directed but feels well, it is safe to wait for symptoms before seeking help.
- A
True
- B
False
03
Fill in the blank
1 point
Capsaicin applied to the skin may cause a local sensation. What sensation described in the Materials completes this sentence?
04
Choose one
1 point
A person takes acetaminophen for a headache and plans to take a cold medicine. What should they check first to reduce the risk of taking too much acetaminophen?
- A
Check whether both products contain acetaminophen.
- B
Check whether the cold medicine has a different brand name.
- C
Check whether the headache is worse at a particular time of day.
- D
Check whether both products contain caffeine.
05
Choose all
1 point
Which of the following are examples of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)? Select all that apply.
- A
Ibuprofen
- B
Naproxen
- C
Aspirin
- D
Diclofenac
- E
Acetaminophen
- F
Capsaicin
06
Fill in the blank
1 point
A person takes naproxen and is considering adding ibuprofen. They should not combine NSAIDs unless specifically advised by .
07
True or false
1 point
True or false: A pain medicine is safe for a person simply because it is sold without a prescription.
- A
True
- B
False
08
Open ended
1 point
A person has persistent or worsening pain despite using a nonopioid pain reliever as directed. What should they do next, and what should they avoid doing on their own?
09
True or false
1 point
True or false: Applying diclofenac to the skin means it has no NSAID-related risks or interactions.
- A
True
- B
False
10
Written response
1 point
Which topical nonopioid ingredient is noted for possibly causing burning or irritation at the application site?
11
Written response
1 point
At how many weeks of pregnancy does FDA advise avoiding NSAIDs, unless specifically directed by a health professional? Enter the threshold in weeks.
12
Choose one
1 point
A caregiver is considering giving aspirin to a teenager with flu symptoms. What is the key safety concern?
- A
Aspirin may increase the risk of Reye syndrome after a viral illness.
- B
Aspirin always causes kidney failure in teenagers.
- C
Aspirin prevents all flu complications.
- D
Aspirin cannot cause bleeding in young people.
13
Choose one
1 point
A person has used a nonopioid pain reliever as directed, but the pain persists and they are considering taking more than the labeled dose. What is the safest next step?
- A
Increase the dose beyond the label directions.
- B
Assume the medicine is safe to use repeatedly because it is sold without a prescription.
- C
Seek advice from a health professional rather than increasing the dose on your own.
- D
Stop following the product directions once the pain has lasted several days.
14
Choose one
1 point
A person takes naproxen and is considering adding ibuprofen for more pain relief. What is the safest general advice?
- A
Combine them because they have different brand names.
- B
Do not combine them unless a health professional specifically advises it.
- C
Alternate them every hour to avoid taking them together.
- D
Add aspirin to protect the stomach.
15
Choose one
1 point
A person who is 22 weeks pregnant asks whether they can take an NSAID for pain. Which response is most appropriate?
- A
NSAIDs are always safe during pregnancy if taken with food.
- B
Avoid NSAIDs at 20 weeks of pregnancy or later unless specifically advised by a health professional.
- C
Double the usual dose to shorten the treatment period.
- D
Use a topical NSAID without asking because medicines applied to the skin have no risks.
16
Choose one
1 point
A person assumes topical diclofenac is risk-free because it is applied to the skin. Which correction is most accurate?
- A
It has no NSAID-related risks because it is applied to the skin.
- B
It can be swallowed if applying it to the skin is uncomfortable.
- C
It can still have important NSAID warnings and interactions, so it should be used as directed.
- D
It is appropriate for every type of pain.
17
Choose one
1 point
A person may have taken more acetaminophen than directed but feels well. What is the safest response?
- A
Wait for symptoms before seeking advice.
- B
Take an NSAID to prevent liver damage.
- C
Get medical help or contact Poison Help right away.
- D
Skip the next dose and take no further action.
18
Choose one
1 point
Which group consists entirely of people who should consult a health professional before using an over-the-counter NSAID such as ibuprofen or naproxen?
- A
Someone with seasonal allergies, mild nearsightedness, or occasional hiccups.
- B
Someone who takes a multivitamin, prefers tablets, or has a history of motion sickness.
- C
Someone with dry skin, mild color blindness, or a preference for taking medicine with food.
- D
Someone taking an anticoagulant, someone with a history of stomach ulcer or bleeding, or someone with kidney or heart disease.
19
Choose all
1 point
A patient asks what kinds of serious problems NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen can cause. Select all the effects identified in the material.
- A
Gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding
- B
Reye syndrome
- C
Kidney problems
- D
Fluid retention
- E
Permanent immunity to viral illness
- F
Cardiovascular events
20
Written response
1 point
Which gastrointestinal complications can NSAIDs cause?
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