CPJE CLINICAL QUESTIONS LATEST 2023-2024
WITH 120 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS|AGRADE
what is the po to IV conversion for metoprolol? - ANSWER- 2.5:1
what is an administration counseling point for Renegel (Sevelamer)? - ANSWER- take with meals (to bind phosphorus)
what is a typical dose and max dose for Tussionex (hydrocodone/chlorpheniramine)? - ANSWER- 5 ml po q12h, max 10 ml/day contraindicated <6yo
what is the treatment dose for Fosamax? - ANSWER- for both men and women 70 mg qweek OR 10 mg qd
what is the prophylaxis dose for Fosamax? - ANSWER- women only 35mg qweek OR 5mg qd
How is Actonel (risendronate) dosed for osteoporosis? - ANSWER- 150 mg qmonth 35 mg qweek
- mg qd
How is Actonel (risendronate) dosed for Pagets disease? - ANSWER- 30 mg qd
How is Cialis dosed for erectile dysfunction? - ANSWER- 2.5 mg qd
if prn dose: 10 mg ~30 min prior to sex
How is Cialis dosed for BPH? - ANSWER- 5 mg qd
How is tadalafil dosed for pulmonary aterial hypertension and what is the brand name for that? - ANSWER- Adcirca 40 mg qd 1 / 3
which formulation of Megace (megestrol) is used for breast cancer? how is it dosed? - ANSWER- tablets 40 mg qid
which formulation of Megace (megestrol) is used for appetite stimulation? how is it dosed? - ANSWER- 40mg/ml suspension 10 ml (400 mg) BID
How long should Daytrana patches remain on the skin? - ANSWER- 9 hours
when should a patient be instructed to take glipizide IR in relation to meals? - ANSWER- take BEFORE meals
when should a patient be instructed to take glipizide XL in relation to meals? - ANSWER- take WITH meals
how is Macrodantin (macrocrystalz) dosed? - ANSWER- 50-100 mg/dose q6h
how is Macrobid (monohydrate/macrocrystalz) - ANSWER- 100 mg BID
Which medications should a patient not be given if they are allergic to iodine? - ANSWER- amiodarone
Which medications should a patient not be given if they are allergic to peanuts or soy? - ANSWER- Combivent, Prometrium
Which medications should a patient not be given if they are allergic to Palm or sesame oil? - ANSWER- Prometrium
Which medications should a patient not be given if they are allergic to corn? - ANSWER- conivaptan A pharmacist is dispensing new Rxs for fosamprenavir, ritonavir, and Truvada. In reviewing the patient's profile info, the pharmacist notes allergies to furosemide, glipizide, and Bactrim. The pharmacist should call the patient to change...
- Truvada to combivir
- fosamprenavir to saquinavir
- Truvada to atripla
- fosamprenavir to tipranavir - ANSWER- Answer B 2 / 3
Medicines that should avoided in those with sulfa allergies include furosemide, SURs, Bactrim, and certain PIs (tipranavir, fosamprenavir)
A pharmacist is reviewing a patient's medication profile prior to filling anew Rx for fentanyl TD patches. Which of the following presents a potential risk of interaction with fentanyl?
- nicotine TD patches
- CBZ 200 mg BID
- brimonidine eye drops
- finasteride 5mg PO QD - ANSWER- Answer B
Ticlopidine may cause agranulocytosis, neutropenia, and TTP.
A 67 YOM was started on ticlopidine 1 month ago for stroke prevention. The patient complains of recent fever, chills, and a sore throat. Which of the following is most appropriate for the pharmacist to ask the physician?
- Has the patient had an INR checked recently?
- Has the patient had a CBC done yet
- Has the patient's diet changed over the past month
- Hast he patient had LFTs done within the past 2 weeks - ANSWER- Answer B
Which of the following auxiliary labels belong on a bottle of Vivotif Berna?
- Refrigerate
- External use only
- Avoid sunlight
- Shake well - ANSWER- Answer A
A patient has been counseled on the appropriate use of Niaspan. Which of the following statements would confirm patient understanding of the purpose for taking the medication?
- This medication will treat my high BP and lower my risk of stroke
- This medication will treat my high cholesterol and lower my risk of heart attack
- The medication will treat my enlarged prostate and I won't have to get up at
- This medication will help keep my mood stable and allow me to sleep better at
night to urinate
night. - ANSWER- Answer B
A patient presents a prescription for Prevacid but the pharmacy is out of this medication. Which of the following is the most appropriate alternative?
- pantoprazole
- aripiprazole
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