Identify the therapeutic classes of drugs.

Identification should include the top 200 drugs and may include the following classes of medications:

  • Analgesics
  • Anesthetics
  • Anti-infectives
  • Antineoplastics
  • Cardiovascular agents
  • Dental agents
  • Dermatologics
  • Electrolytes
  • Gastrointestinal agents
  • Hematologics
  • Hormones and modifiers
  • Immunobiological agents and vaccines
  • Musculoskeletals
  • Neurologic, ophthalmic, and otic agents
  • Psychotropics
  • Respiratory agents
  • Urinary tract agents

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What class of medication is used for pain relief?
  • What class of medications are used with mental health patients?