chap 9 dx/tx Flashcards
1
Q
dx lead poisoning
A
- greater serum levels of free protoporphyrin in the serum bc Ferrochelatase inhibited (which usu catalyzes the incorporation of Fe into protoporphyrin )
- blood levels lead
2
Q
tx for acute promyelocytic leukemia
A
retinoids
3
Q
tx lead exposure in kids when
A
o Treatment for lead exposure are only mandated for levels at or above 45 ug/dL, but subclinical levels can happen with levels that are much less
4
Q
tx acetometaphin toxcity
A
in the first 12 hours by administering N-acetylcysteine to restore glutathione levels.
If serious overdose, necrosis to lobules, need liver transplant to survive
5
Q
tx for acne and psoriasis
A
retinoids
6
Q
mercury protectant
A
Intracellular glutathione (act as sulfhydryl donor) is protective agent against CNS and kidney damage
7
Q
tx neuroblastoma
A
retinoids
8
Q
tx vitD deficiency
A
fish oil substances
