Want to be a pharmacologist? Well, it is a profession of great responsibility, you have to be on your toes all the time because you will be dealing with different types of drugs and medications administering their effects on living bodies.
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”stopping this medication abruptly may cause withdrawal seizures. A refill is needed right away.”
”he is taking another antiepileptic drug, so he can go without the medication for a week.”
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Decreased prothrombin time
Decreased uric acid levels
Decreased white blood cell count
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"Aceteminophen (Tylenol) should be used to reduce his fever, not aspirin.”
”You can use aspirin, but be sure to follow the instructions on the bottle.”
”You can use the aspirn, but watch for worsening symptoms.”
”It’s best to wait to see if the fever gets worse.”
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Avoid the abdomen because absorption there is irregular
Choose a different site once a year for each injection
Rotate sites within the same location for about a week before rotating to a new location
Give the injection in the same area
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Newly developed dyskinesias
Gradual development of cogwheel rigidity
Improved ability to perform activities of daily living
Decreased appetite
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On top of the tongue
At the back of the throat
In the space between the cheek and the gum
Under the tongue
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This is an expected side effect of the medicine. Let’s review what to expect.”
It’s possible that the TB is worse. Please come in to the clinic to be checked”
This is not what we usually see with these drugs. Please come in to the clinic to be checked
“You will need to stop the medication, and it will all go away”
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He should take this diuretic with his evening meal
He should skip the diuretic dose if he plans to leave his home.
He needs to take extra precautions while standing up because of possible orthostatic hypotension and resulting injury from falls.
If he feel dizzy while on this medication he needs to stop taking this medication and take potassium supplements instead.
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Reduce anxiety
Reduce inflammation
Relieve pain
Prevent thrombus formation
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”if seizures recur, take a double dose of the medication.”
”regular, consistent dosing is important for successful treatment.”
”driving is allowed after two weeks of therapy.”
“antacids can be taken with the AED to reduce gastrointestinal adverse effects.”
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Give it after the meal has been completed
Give it within 15 minutes of a meal
Administer it once daily at the time of the midday meal
Administer it with a snack before bedtime
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"take colchinine with heavy meals.”
"You must remain NPO while on colchinine therapy.”
"the drug will be discontinued immediately when symptoms are reduced.”
"call your doctor if you have increased pain or blood in the urine.”
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Toxicity
Addiction
Tolerance
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Anxiety and palpitations
Oral candidiasis and dry mouth
Headache and rapid rate
Fatigue and depression
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With supper
In the morning
At bedtime
At noon
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The somatropin must be discontinued immediately
He will need to stop participating in school physical education classes
His growth will be documented monitored for changes.
The somatropin dosage may be adjusted
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The antibiotics may cause a major increase in glucose levels
The corticosteroids may cause an increase in glucose levels
His type 2 diabetes has converted totype 1
The hypoxia caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease causes an increased need for insulin.
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Headaches
Renal disease
Diabetes mellitus
Option 4
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Intravenous route
Oral route
Rectal route
Sublingual route
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Under the tongue
On top of the tongue
At the back of the throat
In the space between the cheek and the gum
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“Developing new drugs is so difficult because people think acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a gay disease”
“Developing new drugs is difficult because we still do not understand the virus.”
“Developing new drugs is difficult because the virus mutates so readily”
“Developing new drugs is difficult because we still do not have enough money.”
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”I am looking forward to a cure for my condition with this hormone replacement.”
"I will have to stop drinking my nighty glass of wine.”
"I will call my doctor if I have a fever or sore throat.”
"I will not stop the drug unless my doctor tells me to stop it.”
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With the evening meal
With the noon meal
At bedtime
In the morning
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Nausea and diarrhea
Hypothermia and seizures
fruity, acetone odor to the breath
Confusion and sweating
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Have the patient eat glucose tablets
Have the patient consume fruit juice, a nondiet soft drink, or crackers
Administer intravenous glucose (50% dextrose)
Call the lab toorder a fasting blood glucose level
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Administration of naloxone (Narcan)
Immediate intubation and artificial ventilation
Assessment of the patient’s pain level
Close observation of signs of opioid tolerance
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Serum potassium and sodium levels
Blood pressure and pulse
Measurement of abdominal girth and calf circumference
Intake, output, and daily weight.
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Zolpidem (Ambien)
Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
Phenobarbital
Diazepam (Valium)
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"I will need to take extra care of my teeth and gums while on this medications.”
"I will need to check my BP before taking this medication"
"I will not take this medication if I feel better."
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Do not take the medication with milk.
Take the mediction with iron supplements
Take the medication with antacids
Decrease the amount of vitamins
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"Medication therapy for hypothyroidism is usually lifelong, and you should not stop taking the medication”
"You can stop the medication if your symptoms have improved.”
"You need to stay on the medication for at least 1 year before a decision about stopping it can be made”
"You need to stay on this medication until you become pregnant.”
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Using iodized salt when cooking
Restricting fluid intake to 5000ml per day
Avoiding foods containing iodine
Increasing intake of sodium – and potassium-containing foods
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Changing the opioid route to the rectal route
Not changing the current therapy
Administering an immediate-release opioid
Administering NSAIDs
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Drinking hot tea or coffee just before bedtime
Consuming heavy meals in the evening to promote sleepiness
Providing a quiet environment
Exercising before bedtime to become tired
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Get this prescription filled and begin taking the medication immediately
This medication is given by inhalation
The medication will be helpful if you have influenza or a cold
Option 4
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Random blood glucose level above 170mg/dL
Fasting blood glucose level between 70 and 110mg/dL
Blood glucose level of less than 50mg/dL after meals
Evening blood glucose level below 80mg/dL
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Hemoglobin A1C level
Hemoglobin levels
Fingerstick fasting blood glucose level
Serum insulin levels
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Leg cramps
Not changing the current therapy
Migraine headaches
Muscle aches
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Inflammation pain
Pain associated with peripheral neuropathy
Prevention of seizures
Depression associated with chronic pain
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Glaucoma
Hepatic impairment
Heart failure
Anemia
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"Take this two hours after breakfast.”
"Take this medication with food to reduce gastrointestinal effects.”
"Take this medication on an empty stomach 6 hours before meals.”
"Take metformin if your blood glucose level is above 200mg/dl.”
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Rinsing the oral cavity after using corticosteroid inhalers
Administering the corticosteroids before bedtime to minimize adrenal suppression
Discontinuing the medication immediately if weight gain of 5 pounds or more in 1 week occurs
Administering oral drugs on an empty stomach to maximize absorption
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Give the same dose intravenously
Contact the prescriber for another dosage form of the medication
Give the morning dose with a small dip of water
Notify the operating room that the medication has been withheld.
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Take the medication on an empty stomach to enhance absorption
Use artificial saliva, sugarless gum, or hard candy to counteract dry mouth
Minimize the amount of fluid taken while on this drug
Discontinue the medication if adverse effects occur
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This is a harmless effect of the drug
The patient is having an allergic reaction to the drug
This patient has taken this drug along with red wine or cheese
The ordered dose is too high for this patient
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The patient’s liver is no longer able to metabolize the drug.
There are rapid swings in the patient’s response
The patient cannot tolerate the medications at times
The medications begin to lose effectiveness against Parkinson’s disease
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Acyclovir (Zovirax)
Zidovudine (Retrovir)
Nystatin ( Fungizone)
Methonidazole (Flagyl)
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Slow the infusion rate
Observe for other symptoms
Tell the patient that these symptoms are a normal reaction to the blood product
Discontinue the infusion immediately, and notify the prescriber
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