Oman Prometric Exam Preparation Materials are arranged into the following 3 portions. Going through all of these files at least will make you able to clear the exam.
Note:Answer keys are given at the end of the MCQs.
MCQ # 01
All the below-given compounds are alkaloids. Vitali-Morin test is used for the identification of which alkaloid? a- pilocarpine b- morphine c- atropine d- reserpine e- papaverine
MCQ # 02
Which among the following is NOT an opium alkaloid? a- cocaine b- morphine c- papaverine d- noscapine e- thebaine
MCQ # 03
Alkaloids are given against their pharmacological activities. Identify the INCORRECT match?
One of the given statements is INCORRECT about alkaloids. Which one?
a- Pseudoalkaloids do not originate from amino acids b- adrenaline is not a true alkaloid c- alkaloids are found only in plants d- nicotine is an oxygen-free alkaloid e- all alkaloids have at least one nitrogen atom in their structure
There is a definite relationship between the structure of a drug molecule and its pharmacological activity. Replacing the aromatic ring in ephedrine with an alkyl group will result in;
a- increased appetite suppression
b- increased decongestion activity
c- decreased CNS stimulation
d- increased vasoconstriction activity
e- loss of all pharmacological activity
MCQ # 03
Identify the anthelmintic drug(s) among the following;
a- albendazole
b- ivermectin
c- nitazoxanide
d- levamisole
e- all of the above
MCQ # 04
The nephrotoxic anti-TB drug among the below given options is;
a- isoniazid
b- ethambutol
c- pyrazinamide
d- rifampicin
e- streptomycin
MCQ # 05
Cytochrome P450 enzymes are found in;
a- liver
b- lungs
c- all of the options
d- brain
e- adrenal tissue
MCQ # 06
In medical literature, the shorthand used for the anti-TB drug Isoniazid is;
a- INZ
b- IND
c- INH
d- ISZ
e- IZD
MCQ # 07
The antiviral drug Amantadine exerts its action by affecting which step in the viral replication process?
a- absorption
b- uncoating
c- nucleic acid synthesis
d- protein synthesis
e- packing
MCQ # 08
Terramycin is a Pfizer company brand for;
a- tetracycline
b- chlortetracycline
c- oxytetracycline
d- doxycycline
e- demeclocycline
MCQ # 09
The molecular structure of Aspirin is;
MCQ # 10
Identify the natural penicillin(s) among the following;
In this video series, MCQs related to various subjects of Pharmacy including pharmaceutical calculations are solved. Important for Prometric and other pharmacist exams like #SLE, #DHA, #HAAD, #MOH, #GPAT, #NIPER, #PEBC, #KAPS, #FPGEE, and #NAPLEX.
861. A graft between individuals that belongs to different species is referred to as;
a- allograft
b- isograft
c- xenograft
d- autograft
e- homograft
862. From the suggested choices, choose the one that correctly reflects the ionic changes which will result from the impaired functioning of the plasma membrane Na-K-ATPase pump;
a- increased Na+ inside the cell and decreased K+ outside the cell
b- increased Na+ inside the cell and increased K+ outside the cell
c- decreased Na+ inside the cell and increased K+ outside the cell
d- increased Na+ outside the cell and decreased K+ inside the cell
e- increased Na+ outside the cell and increased K+ inside the cell
863. Identify the lipoprotein that is largest in size?
a- ULDL
b- VLDL
c- IDL
d- LDL
e- HDL
864. Hard gelatin capsules are available in how many sizes?
a- 4
b- 5
c- 6
d- 7
e- 8
865. Regarding the anatomy and physiology of the heart, choose the one statement that is NOT CORRECT;
a- ventricular myocardium is thicker as compared to the atrial myocardium
b- depolarization of the SA node involves the influx of calcium ions
c- electrical activity in the heart starts with depolarization of the AV node
d- Purkinje fibers are specialized in the fast conduction of electrical impulses
e- the natural pacemaker of the heart is the SA node
866. P-wave on ECG represents;
a- atrial depolarization
b- atrial repolarization
c- major ventricular depolarization
d- basal ventricular depolarization
e- ventricular repolarization
867. The temperature and time requirement in vat pasteurization is;
a- 42°C for 15 minutes
b- 63°C for 30 minutes
c- 68°C for 15 minutes
d- 100°C for 1 minute
e- 72°C for 15 seconds
868. A cell will become swollen and finally burst when placed in a;
a- saturated solution
b- hypertonic solution
c- hypotonic solution
d- isotonic solution
e- supersaturated solution
869. A solution that contains gas as solute and liquid or solid as solvent is called as;
a- aerosol
b- suspension
c- foam
d- gel
e- colloid
870. The nitrogenous base cytosine in nucleic acids is paired with its complementary base guanine through;
a- single covalent bond
b- carbon-carbon double bond
c- carbon-carbon triple bond
d- double hydrogen bonds
e- triple hydrogen bonds
871. Apart from the active ingredient(s), vaccines contain very small amounts of other ingredients as excipients. The excipients that help create a stronger immune response in the recipient of the vaccine are called as;
a- stabilizers
b- adjuvants
c- cell culture materials
d- residual antibiotics
e- mRNA
872. The main part of the brain that is responsible for the maintenance of posture and balance is;
a- pons
b- medulla
c- cerebrum
d- cerebellum
e- cerebral cortex
873. One normal cardiac cycle consists of complete contraction and relaxation of both the atria and ventricles. This cycle lasts for approximately how much time?
a- 0.2 seconds
b- 0.8 seconds
c- 2 seconds
d- 8 seconds
e- 60 seconds
874. Point out the statement from the following that is NOT CORRECT in relevance to creams vs. ointment comparison?
a- creams contain more water as compared to ointments
b- ointments feel more greasy on the skin than creams
c- ointments are preferred over creams in case of dry skin
d- the onset of action of ointment is slower than cream
e- creams are preferred over ointments for small skin surface area application
875. The only amino acid in which instead of the side chain R-group, a simple hydrogen atom is present is;
a- alanine
b- glycine
c- leucine
d- proline
e- valine
876. During normal aerobic cellular respiration, maximum how many ATP molecules are produced from a single molecule of glucose?
a- 6
b- 10
c- 16
d- 38
e- 56
877. Comparing characteristics of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, the statement that is NOT CORRECT is;
a- g+ve bacteria have more lipids in their cell wall
b- the toxins produced by g+ve bacteria are primarily exotoxins
c- lipopolysaccharides content is higher in g-ve bacteria
d- peptidoglycan layer is thicker in g+ve bacteria
e- porins proteins are present in g-ve bacteria
878. An example of an inorganic solvent is;
a- methanol
b- ethyl acetate
c- ammonia
d- diethyl ether
e- chloroform
879. The veracity of which one statement among the following is doubtful?
a- heparin is produced both by basophils and mast cells in our bodies
b- insulin and glucagon function opposite to each other
c- disintegration test does not apply to capsules
d- antibodies contain disulfide bonds in their structure
e- alcohol and fatty acids combination yields waxes
880. On ECG, the corresponding waveform is masked for;
842. Each of the below given oral antidiabetics is an insulin secretagogue except;
a- rosiglitazone
b- tolbutamide
c- chlorpropamide
d- repaglinide
e- glimepiride
843. Which one among the following is the cause of the hallmark symptom of 'fruity odor breath'?
a- acute alcohol consumption
b- halothane toxicity
c- diabetic ketoacidosis
d- grapefruit juice interaction with a STATIN
e- pancreatitis
844. St. John's wort is used for the treatment of;
a- absence seizures
b- Alzheimer's disease
c- malaria
d- mild to moderate depression
e- bacterial infections of the abdomen
845. The type of emulsion produced with lecithin is;
a- oil in water
b- water in oil
c- oil in water in oil
d- water in oil in water
e- both a and b
846. Local anesthetics produce their desired pharmacological effect by interfering with neuronal impulse conduction through;
a- inhibiting efflux of potassium ions
b- inhibiting influx of sodium ions
c- stimulating chloride ions influx
d- inhibition of sodium-potassium ATPase pump
e- GABA receptor stimulation
847. The correct formula for the calculation of the friability test of tablets is;
a- (W1−W2)×100
b- (W2−W1)×100
c- (W1−W2)÷W1×100
d- (W2−W1)÷W2×100
e- W1÷W2×100
848. People that are older than 50 years have a decreased ability to absorb one of the following vitamins and therefore should be encouraged to supplement it in order for their bodies to have the required levels;
a- thiamine
b- pantothenic acid
c- vitamin B9
d- cobalamin
e- ascorbic acid
849. How many oxygen molecules can be carried by a single molecule of hemoglobin?
a- only one
b- two
c- three
d- four
e- sixteen
850. As a side effect, constipation can occur with:
a- anticholinergic drugs
b- opioids
c- oral iron
d- bile acid sequestrants
e- all of the above
851. The recommended daily intake (RDI) of folate (vitamin B9) for adults is;
a- 50 micrograms
b- 250 micrograms
c- 400 micrograms
d- 1 milligram
e- 2 milligrams
852. The IDEAL properties of an ANTACID include all of the following except one. Identify which one?
a- it should not produce CO2
b- it should be orally absorbable
c- it should not cause laxation or constipation
d- it should be insoluble and rapidly neutralize acid
e- it should not cause systemic alkalosis
853. The property that is NOT exhibited by flocculated suspensions is;
a- forms soft cake
b- forms non-porous sediment
c- the rate of sedimentation is high
d- the sediment can be easily re-dispersed by agitation
e- the volume of sediment is high
854. A DVT patient is to be given heparin. The available product in pharmacy is the 500 ml bag of heparin infusion solution that contains 100 IU per ml. The weight of the patient is 80 kg and she should receive 18 units/kg/hour as per the order of the medical practitioner. How many milliliters of this solution should the patient receive in two hours?
a- 14.4
b- 28.8
c- 100
d- 250
e- 500
855. In sugar-coating of tablets, primarily which sugar is used?
a- mannitol
b- lactose
c- sucrose
d- maltose
e- glucose
856. A critical cardiac patient is admitted to the hospital whose cholesterol level is being checked and is found to be 6.4 millimoles per liter. Convert this cholesterol level into mg/dL given the molecular weight of cholesterol is 387.
a- 0.2477 mg/dL
b- 2.4768 mg/dL
c- 24.768 mg/dL
d- 247.68 mg/dL
e- 2476.8 mg/dL
857. Milk of magnesia is;
a- magnesium hydroxide
b- magnesium oxide
c- magnesium carbonate
d- magnesium chloride
e- magnesium iodide
858. Substances that absorb moisture from the atmosphere gets dissolved in the absorbed moisture and forms aqueous solution are termed as;
a- hydrophilic
b- efflorescent
c- hygroscopic
d- humectant
e- deliquescent
859. A 45-year-old lady is hospitalized for a certain ailment. She weighs 90 kilos and her serum creatinine was found to be 0.4 mg/dL. Find out the creatinine clearance?
a- 180 ml/min
b- 252 ml/min
c- 297 ml/min
d- 328 ml/min
e- 360 ml/min
860. Systemic antacids get absorbed from the GIT and will produce systemic alkalosis. The example of systemic antacids is;
Note:Answer keys are given at the end of the MCQs.
821. The oxidation of secondary alcohols yields;
a- amine
b- ketone
c- ester
d- amide
e- aldehyde
822. The statement that is NOT correct about the pathophysiological condition of 'hyperthyroidism' is;
a- fatigue, irregular heartbeat, and weight loss are some of its symptoms
b- TSH blood levels below normal affirms its diagnosis
c- radioactive iodine-131 effectively treats this condition
d- antithyroid propylthiouracil is safe in the first trimester of pregnancy
e- it is more common in men than in women
823. All of the following are cytochrome P450 enzyme inhibitors except one?
a- ketoconazole
b- smoking
c- verapamil
d- grapefruit juice
e- ciprofloxacin
824. In an RNA strand, if the base sequence is UGC, what will be the complementary pair for this base sequence?
a- CGU
b- GUT
c- ACG
d- TCG
e- TAU
825. Buccal method of pharmaceuticals administration involves placing the medicament;
a- under the tongue
b- over the tongue
c- between gums and cheek
d- in the mouth in general
e- in the throat
826. 40 grams of a drug is added into 30 ml of a solvent. The density of the solvent is 1.5. What will be the concentration of the drug in the final product?
a- 26 %
b- 30 %
c- 40 %
d- 47 %
e- 60 %
827. The endocrine gland that regulates the blood calcium levels is;
a- pituitary gland
b- thyroid gland
c- parathyroid gland
d- adrenal gland
e- thymus gland
828. A patient comes to the pharmacy with a complaint of acne to which you as a pharmacist suggest adapalene 0.1%. What will be the most appropriate information to be given to the patient regarding the use of this product?
a- use the product every other day because of its irritating properties
b- avoid contact with hair as it can promote hair-fall
c- avoid contact with clothes because of its staining properties
d- avoid exposure to sunlight or use sunscreen if used in the daytime
e- apply only to the acne spots and not on the entire face
829. Any compound containing one of the following organic groups will make that compound more lipophilic in nature;
a- O
b- SH
c- COOH
d- R-H
e- NH
830. How many grams of sodium chloride are there in 30 millimoles of NaCl, given the molecular weight of NaCl as 58.5?
a- 58.5
b- 30
c- 15
d- 2
e- 1.755
831. The phenomenon of weight gain can occur due to;
a- increased appetite
b- fluid retention
c- slowed metabolism
d- increased fat storage
e- any of the above
832. The statement that is incorrect about ethanol is;
833. The reaction between any alcohol and carboxylic acid will give rise to;
a- amine
b- amide
c- ester
d- ketone
e- aldehyde
834. The medical term 'hypercapnia' means;
a- rapid breathing
b- elevated blood CO2 levels
c- increased serum calcium levels
d- increasing difficulty in breathing
e- higher than normal blood pH
835. If a pharmacist adds 500 ml of 10% glucose solution into a liter of distilled water. What will be the final concentration of glucose in the resulting solution?
a- 2 %
b- 3.33 %
c- 5 %
d- 6.66%
e- 10 %
836. One US gallon is equivalent to how many milliliters?
a- 2000
b- 2875
c- 3785
d- 4546
e- 5000
837. Which vitamin(s) can be made by the human body?
a- niacin
b- vitamin D3
c- vitamin C
d- all of the above
e- both a and b
838. Chemically, the nucleus of beta-lactam antibiotics is;
a- cyclic amine
b- cyclic aldehyde
c- cyclic amide
d- cyclic ether
e- cyclic ester
839. The body part that normally has the lowest of pH is?
a- cerebrospinal fluid
b- vagina
c- semen
d- pancreas
e- urine
840. The saltiness of a compound is due to the presence of;
