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ATI Pharmacology Made Easy 4.0 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The traditionally prescribed drug types used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) include
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CNS stimulants (e.g., methylphenidate) boost focus in ADHD via dopamine/norepinephrine-per standard-unlike depressants (sedate), parasympathomimetics (cholinergic), or sympathomimetics (broader). Stimulants are traditional, per treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A 52-year-old man with chronic low back pain following an automobile accident desires pain relief. He has significant gastroesophageal reflux and abdominal pain. Which of the following agents may improve his pain but worsen his gastrointestinal symptoms?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chronic pain with GERD limits NSAID use. Naproxen sodium -relieves pain but worsens GI symptoms via COX-1 inhibition, increasing acid and ulcers. Trisalicylate and Celecoxib are GI-sparing. Ketorolac is short-term. Salsalate (E) is milder. Naproxen fits the risk profile.
Question 3 of 5
The traditionally prescribed drug types used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) include
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CNS stimulants (e.g., methylphenidate) boost focus in ADHD via dopamine/norepinephrine-per standard-unlike depressants (sedate), parasympathomimetics (cholinergic), or sympathomimetics (broader). Stimulants are traditional, per treatment.
Question 4 of 5
Mandy, a patient, calls the clinic today because he is taking atorvastatin (Lipitor) to treat his high cholesterol and is having pain in both of his legs. You instruct him to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In this scenario, with the patient experiencing leg pain while taking atorvastatin (Lipitor), a medication commonly used to treat high cholesterol, it is essential to prioritize the patient's safety and well-being. Leg pain can be a sign of a rare but serious side effect known as rhabdomyolysis, which can lead to muscle breakdown and potentially affect kidney function. Therefore, it is crucial to immediately discontinue the medication (atorvastatin) and have the patient come in to the clinic to be seen today for further evaluation and management. This will allow healthcare providers to assess the severity of the leg pain, conduct necessary tests, and determine the appropriate course of action to ensure the patient's health and safety.
Question 5 of 5
A 28-year-old woman with schizoaffective disorder (combination of mood and psychotic symptoms) reports difficulty falling asleep. Which of the following would be most beneficial in this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Paliperidone, a second-generation antipsychotic, treats schizoaffective disorder's psychotic and mood symptoms via D2 and 5HT2 antagonism. Its moderate sedative effect, less than chlorpromazine's, can aid sleep onset without excessive drowsiness, fitting her insomnia complaint. Lithium stabilizes mood but doesn't sedate or address psychosis directly. Chlorpromazine, a sedating first-generation antipsychotic, risks oversedation and EPS. Haloperidol, non-sedating, controls psychosis but not mood or sleep. Ziprasidone lacks strong sedation. Paliperidone's balanced profile manages her condition holistically, improving sleep while targeting core symptoms, per evidence.