CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician Practice Questions: Pharmacology Domain
Test your CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician knowledge with 5 practice questions from the Pharmacology domain. Includes detailed explanations and answers.
CPhT Pharmacology Practice Questions - Free Mock Test 2025
Master pharmacology concepts with our comprehensive practice test designed for CPhT exam preparation. Understanding drug classifications, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic uses is essential for pharmacy technician certification.
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About Pharmacology for CPhT
This domain represents 25% of CPhT exam questions and covers essential knowledge about medications, their effects, and therapeutic applications.
Key Topics:
- Drug classifications and therapeutic categories
- Mechanisms of action and pharmacokinetics
- Side effects and adverse reactions
- Drug interactions and contraindications
- Dosage forms and administration routes
- Brand and generic drug names
- Controlled substance schedules
- Special populations and considerations
📝 Sample Practice Questions
Here are 5 authentic CPhT Pharmacology questions from our question bank:
Question 1
Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid medications?
A) Hypertension
B) Constipation
C) Increased urination
D) Weight gain
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Answer: B) Constipation
Explanation: Opioid medications can cause constipation due to their effect on the gastrointestinal tract, leading to decreased motility.
Question 2
Which of the following medications should be avoided in patients with a penicillin allergy?
A) Azithromycin
B) Ciprofloxacin
C) Cephalexin
D) Doxycycline
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Answer: C) Cephalexin
Explanation: Cephalexin, a cephalosporin, should be used with caution in penicillin-allergic patients due to possible cross-reactivity.
Question 3
A patient with a history of asthma is prescribed albuterol. What is the mechanism of action for this medication?
A) Inhibits leukotriene receptors
B) Activates beta-2 adrenergic receptors
C) Blocks histamine receptors
D) Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme
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Answer: B) Activates beta-2 adrenergic receptors
Explanation: Albuterol works by activating beta-2 adrenergic receptors in the lungs, leading to bronchodilation and relief of asthma symptoms.
Question 4
A pharmacy technician is asked to assist in a medication therapy management session. What is the technician's role in this setting?
A) Provide clinical recommendations to the patient
B) Document the session and support the pharmacist
C) Lead the session and discuss medication plans
D) Prescribe new medications as needed
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Answer: B) Document the session and support the pharmacist
Explanation: Documenting and supporting the pharmacist is the technician's role. Providing clinical recommendations is outside the technician's scope.
Question 5
A patient complains about a long wait time for their prescription. How should you handle the situation?
A) Apologize and explain the reason for the delay
B) Ignore the complaint and continue working
C) Tell the patient to come back later
D) Offer a discount on their next prescription
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Answer: A) Apologize and explain the reason for the delay
Explanation: Apologizing and explaining the delay shows empathy and keeps the patient informed, maintaining good customer relations.
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