USING THE BNF – A QUICK QUIZ

1. What is meant by “biosimilar” medicines?

2. When is the black triangle used?

3. Define what is meant by “proprietary titles”, and how are they

marked in the BNF?

4. What advice would you give to someone who is being prescribed

medication that may affect their ability to drive and how would
you do this?

5. Suggest FIVE rules that should be adhered to when writing a

prescription

6. If a person is away on holiday/on business and has left their

medication at home, how might they obtain a supply of their
medicine?
 7. When would you complete a yellow card?

8. How would you prescribe a medication that needs to be taken:

o Before food
o After food

9. Suggest three reasons why is it important to know the effects of

a particular drug in pregnancy?

10. What is the average height and weight of an adult male used to
calculate average drug doses ?