Important Exam Questions

Question 1

hallmark side effect of filgrastim?

Answer 1

sickle cell anemia

Question 2

which statins are contra-indicated with grapefruit

Answer 2

-Atorvastatin,Lovastatin,Simvastatin

Question 3

When should *Tdap=tetanus, diptheria and acellular pertussis be administered by pregnant patients?

Answer 3

Recommended in every pregnancy between 27 and 32 weeks’ gestation irrespective of previous pertussis immunization history.

Due to varying cycle activity of pertussis, routine immunization is preferred over outbreak intervention only. May be given from 13–26 weeks gestation in some situations

It is safe for the flu vaccine and Tdap vaccine to be given to pregnant patients at the same time.

Question 4

How to treat hypoglycemia?

Answer 4

-4 Dex4 glucose tablets

-6 Life Savers candies (chewed)

-1 tablespoon of honey, or 1 tablespoon (15 mL) or 3 packets of sugar dissolved in water

-3/4 cup (6 oz; 180 mL) juice or regular soft drink

Question 5

What are the side effects of Levo-dopa?

Answer 5

L: Levodopa is the DOC
E: Empty stomach
V: N/V
O: Orthostatic hypotension
D: Dyskinesia
O: Nothing, LOL
P: protein interaction (*thus, avoid)
A: avoid B6 supplement
+ CAUSES IRON DEFIEICNECY

Question 6

Dukoral Vaccines Scheduling?

Answer 6

-Adults and children over 6 years of age: A total of two (2) doses: The second dose should be taken at least 1 week (and no more than 6 weeks) after the first dose.
- Children 2 to 6 years of age: A total of three (3) doses: Each dose should be taken at least 1 week (and no more than 6 weeks) apart.

Question 7

drug therapy for motion sickness for kids ?

Answer 7

gravol;The most appropriate agent for children older than 2 years of age is dimenhydrinate given 1 hour before exposure, then every 6 hours as needed. Some children experience paradoxical excitability, so a test dose should be administered well before travelling