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Pharmacology Across the Lifespan Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which Organism is a common sexually transmitted bacterial infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, Treponema pallidum. This bacterium causes syphilis, a common sexually transmitted infection. Treponema pallidum is known for its transmission through sexual contact and can lead to serious health complications if left untreated. The other choices (A, B, D) are not typically associated with sexually transmitted infections and do not match the characteristics of a common STI like syphilis. Therefore, C is the correct answer based on its known transmission route and association with sexually transmitted bacterial infections.
Question 2 of 5
A breast-feeding mother is seen in your clinic wanting contraceptive and plans on breast-feeding for a year. What is an inappropriate choice for this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Combination OC. Combination oral contraceptives (OC) containing estrogen are not recommended for breast-feeding mothers due to potential adverse effects on milk supply and composition. Progestin-only methods, such as Depo-Provera (choice A) or progestin-only OC (choice B), are safer options. Intrauterine devices (choice D) are also considered safe for breast-feeding mothers as they have minimal systemic absorption. Therefore, the inappropriate choice for this patient is Combination OC (choice C) due to the presence of estrogen which can affect breast milk quality and supply.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) receives a prescription for a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). What information will the provider include when teaching the patient about this drug?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: C: The provider will include information about reporting fever and cough because PPIs can mask symptoms of underlying infections like pneumonia. Prompt reporting is crucial for proper evaluation and treatment. A: Incorrect. There is no established link between PPI use and gastric cancer risk. B: Incorrect. PPIs can be prescribed for short-term or long-term use based on individual needs. D: Incorrect. PPIs are not associated with high magnesium levels; rather, they may sometimes lead to low magnesium levels.
Question 4 of 5
A patient who takes oral levothyroxine for hypothyroidism is admitted to the hospital. After the provider determines the patient has myxedema, what action will the provider take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Change to intravenous levothyroxine. In myxedema crisis, the patient is severely hypothyroid and unable to absorb oral medications. Intravenous levothyroxine is the most effective route in this situation, as it bypasses the gastrointestinal tract. Option A (Prescribe a B-blocker) is incorrect as it does not address the underlying hypothyroidism. Option B (Increase the dose of levothyroxine) is not appropriate in myxedema crisis due to impaired absorption. Option D (Prescribe methimazole) is used for hyperthyroidism, not hypothyroidism.
Question 5 of 5
During your assessment of a patient taking gabapentin which of the following side effects is most likely to be seen?
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: I'm sorry, but the question provided does not have the correct answer labeled as option E, and the options do not align with the question about gabapentin side effects. Can you please provide the correct answer choice so that I can give you a detailed explanation of why it is correct and why the other choices are incorrect?