Which of the following medications is most appropriate for the treatment of her depression?

A 72-year-old woman suffers from a major depressive episode. She has a history of coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation on anticoagulation therapy, sick sinus syndrome, glaucoma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Which of the following medications is most appropriate for the treatment of her depression?A . AmitriptylineB . NortriptylineC ....

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How many ml of 23.4% NaCl would you need?

You need 51.3 mEq of NaCl to make 1/3 NS 1 liter bag. How many ml of 23.4% NaCl would you need? (Molecular weight of Na is 23 and Cl is 35.5)A . 12.82mlB . 16.82mlC . 23.4mlD . 58.5mlE . 10mlView AnswerAnswer: A Explanation: 1mEq NaCl= 58.5; Valence =...

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Which of the following statements is true regarding Drug-receptor bonds?

Which of the following statements is true regarding Drug-receptor bonds?A . Covalent bonds of drugs with receptors are strong and mostly reversibleB . Covalent bonding is much more common than electrostatic bonding in drug-receptor interactionsC . Electrostatic bonds are stronger than covalent bondsD . Hydrophobic bonds are weak bonds and...

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Which of the following medication’s dose are adjusted for poor renal function?

LN is 84 YOM who is in hospital for a back surgery. His height is 5 feet and 4 inches, weight 85 kg and NKDA. His past medical history includes hypertension, diabetes mellitus, major depression, hypothyroidism and chronic back pain. Post-op day 1, LN’s medication includes Dexamethasone 8mg iv q6h...

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What is the most likely cause of her symptoms?

A 15-year-old presents with 6 days of nasal congestion with thin, clear rhinorrhea. She notes mild facial pain but has had no fevers. She feels her symptoms are improving. What is the most likely cause of her symptoms?A . Streptococcus pneumoniaeB . ViralC . Moraxella catarrhalisD . Haemophilus influenzaeE ....

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Which of the following is/are a risk factor for myopathy with statin therapy?

Which of the following is/are a risk factor for myopathy with statin therapy?A . HypothyroidismB . Vitamin D deficiencyC . Renal impairmentD . Hepatic dysfunctionE . Vitamin C deficiencyView AnswerAnswer: D Explanation: Risk factors for myopathy are hypothyroidism, reduced renal or hepatic function, rheumatologic disorders such as polymyalgia rheumatica, steroid...

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What would be your best recommendation?

LN is 84 YOM who is in hospital for a back surgery. His height is 5 feet and 4 inches, weight 85 kg and NKDA. His past medical history includes hypertension, diabetes mellitus, major depression, hypothyroidism and chronic back pain. Post-op day 1, LN’s medication includes Dexamethasone 8mg iv q6h...

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It is recommended to monitor complete blood count in patients on chronic metformin because of what reason?

LN is 84 YOM who is in hospital for a back surgery. His height is 5 feet and 4 inches, weight 85 kg and NKDA. His past medical history includes hypertension, diabetes mellitus, major depression, hypothyroidism and chronic back pain. Post-op day 1, LN’s medication includes Dexamethasone 8mg iv q6h...

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You prescribe doxepin to a 37-year-old woman to treat neurotic excoriations on her arms. The patient is concerned about the side effects of this drug.

You prescribe doxepin to a 37-year-old woman to treat neurotic excoriations on her arms. The patient is concerned about the side effects of this drug. Which of the following is not a side effect of doxepin:A . XerostomiaB . Liver toxicityC . SomnolenceD . Urinary retentionE . ConstipationView AnswerAnswer: B...

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What is LN’s creatinine clearance using Cockcroft and Gault equation based on IBW?

LN is 84 YOM who is in hospital for a back surgery. His height is 5 feet and 4 inches, weight 85 kg and NKDA. His past medical history includes hypertension, diabetes mellitus, major depression, hypothyroidism and chronic back pain. Post-op day 1, LN’s medication includes Dexamethasone 8mg iv q6h...

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