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REGIS NU641 PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM
NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 100
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
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a common agent to treat parkinsons is - ANSWER-amantadine
an unusual side effect of phenytoin (dilantin) is - ANSWER- gingival hyperplasia
a non-amphetamine stimulant for ADD/ADHD tx is - ANSWER-atomoxetine (strattera)
A 10-year-old child is diagnosed with major depression. what is the appropriate first line antidepressant for children? - ANSWER-fluoxetine
a patient is started on paroxetine (paxil), an SSRI, for depression. What does education regarding antidepressants 1 / 3
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include? - ANSWER-SSRIs may take two to six weeks before she will have maximum drug effects
An adolescent has been prescribed isotretinoin (accutane) by their dermatologist and is presenting to their primary care provider with symptoms of sadness and depression. What would be the best option at this point? - ANSWER-contact their dermatologist about discontinuing the isotretinoin
a 17 year old competitive runner presents with hip pain that began after falling while running. Their only medical problem is severe acne for which they take isotretinoin (accutane). What should the provider be concerned about? - ANSWER-They are at risk for bone injuries and need to be evaluated for fracture.
When writing a prescription for permethrin 5% cream (elimite) for scabies, patient education would include which of the following? - ANSWER-All members of the household and personal contacts should also be treated
The black box warnings concerning teens and young adults taking antidepressants include which of the following? - ANSWER-suicidal ideation
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prior to starting antidepressants, patients should have laboratory testing to rule out which of the following? - ANSWER- hypothyroidismm
What is the first-line therapy for an adult with ADHD? - ANSWER-Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
A young adult female has severe cystic acne and is requesting treatment with Accutane. What is the appropriate treatment for her? - ANSWER-Refer her to a dermatologist for treatment
An adolescent football player presents to the clinic with athletes foot. What may patients with tinea pedis be treated with? - ANSWER-Over the counter miconazole cream for four weeks
what does scabies treatment for a 4 year old child include a prescription for? - ANSWER-permethrin 5% cream applied from the neck down
Nicotine has a variety of effects on nicotinic receptors throughout the body. Which of the following is NOT an effect of nicotine - ANSWER-vasodilation and decreased heart rate
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