Regis NU641 Clinical Adv Pharmacology Final Exam Questions and Correct Answers Latest Version 2023 2024 15 month old on Amoxicillin for 48 hours for AOM but still febrile with no change in tympanic membrane exam. What should the provider do next? - Correct AnswerChange the ABX to Amoxicillin/Clavulanate
17 yr old competitive runner presents with hip pain that began after falling which vary.Their only medical problem is severe acne for which they take isotretinoin (Accutane).What should the provider be concerned about? - Correct AnswerThey are at risk for bone injuries and need to be evaluated for fracture
A progestin-only type of contraceptive - Correct AnswerCan cause irregular menstrual bleeding during the first month of use
ACE inhibitors ("PRIL" Captopril, Enalapril, Afosiopril) - Correct Answercardiovascular drugs that should be prescribed in diabetic patients (Type II)
ACEIs are beneficial in DM patients - Correct AnswerThey increase the renal function by regulating the patient's blood pressure
Acetaminophen - Correct AnswerMigraines in pregnancy may be safely treated with this
Although a patient sees a neurologist for the management of her partial seizures, why is it important to know her medication regimen? - Correct AnswerThere are many drug- drug interactions with anticonvulsants
Amoxicillin - Correct AnswerA woman who is in her first trimester of pregnancy with a diagnosed urinary tract infection (UTI) is treated with
Amoxicillin/Clavulanate 500mg bid for 7 days - Correct AnswerCurrent treatment for sinusitis in an adult who has a child in daycare
An adolescent female calls the clinic with concerns that her acne is worse 2 weeks after starting topical tretinoin. What would be the appropriate care for her? - Correct AnswerReassure her that the worsening of acne is normal and it should improve with continued use
An elderly person has been prescribed lactulose for the treatment of chronic constipation. Monitoring long-term treatment would include - Correct AnswerElectrolytes, including potassium and chloride
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antimicrobial efficacy - Correct AnswerFor an uncomplicated UTI in a child, reduced symptoms within 48 hours is a good indicator of
Autoimmune impact to beta cells in Type I DM - Correct AnswerDestroys them and cause absolute dependence of insulin
benzoyl alcohol - Correct AnswerThe only antifungal agent effective for head lice that is not neurotoxic
Biophosphonates - Correct Answertreat or prevent osteoporosis by fostering bone reabsorption
blurred vision - Correct AnswerCommon adverse drug reaction of ocular antihistamines
Bulk forming laxatives - Correct AnswerType of laxative for short or long term mild constipation
Cholinergic blockers are used to: - Correct AnswerCounteract the ERS effects of
phenothiazines Control tremors and relax smooth muscles in Parkinson's Disease Inhibit the muscarinic action of Ach on bladder muscle
Clonodine - Correct AnswerHas several off-label uses including: alcohol and nicotine withdrawal and post therpautic neuralgia
Common mistakes practitioners make in treating anxiety disorders - Correct AnswerGeneral diagnosis and following up to see if treatment goals are being met
Common treatments and counseling points for scabies - Correct AnswerCommon
therapies: permethrin, ivermectin, crotamiton
For permethrin, apply from the neck down, and leave the medication on for at least eight to 10 hours. Often, all household members and other close contacts should be treated.Bedding, clothing, and towels used by infested persons or their household, sexual, and close contacts (as defined above) anytime during the three days before treatment should be decontaminated by washing in hot water and drying in a hot dryer, by dry- cleaning, or by sealing in a plastic bag for at least 72 hours.
Diarrhea - Correct AnswerIs not a side effect of anticholinergic therapy for urinary incontinence
Education for a parent with a child that has AOM - Correct AnswerProviding adequate pain relief for at least the first 24 hours
Effects of estrogen include - Correct Answerregulation of the menstrual cycle and maintaining normal skin structure and blood vessel integrity.
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