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Acromegaly is a condition caused by excessive growth hormone (GH). Which medication would we expect the provider to prescribe?
Acromegaly is a condition caused by excessive growth hormone (GH). Which medication would we expect the provider to prescribe?
How long does it typically take for thyroid replacement medication to become fully therapeutic?
How long does it typically take for thyroid replacement medication to become fully therapeutic?
When administering acyclovir IV, it should be administered slowly over at least or greater than 60 minutes.
When administering acyclovir IV, it should be administered slowly over at least or greater than 60 minutes.
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When administering acyclovir IV, it should be administered slowly over at least or greater than 60 minutes.
When administering acyclovir IV, it should be administered slowly over at least or greater than 60 minutes.
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Why is it important to complete the full course of treatment for fungal skin infections?
Why is it important to complete the full course of treatment for fungal skin infections?
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Why would the patient likely be prescribed an earwax emulsifier?
Why would the patient likely be prescribed an earwax emulsifier?
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This topical anesthetic eyedrop provides rapid numbing of the cornea and conjunctiva, commonly used for procedures like tonometry or foreign body removal. What is it?
This topical anesthetic eyedrop provides rapid numbing of the cornea and conjunctiva, commonly used for procedures like tonometry or foreign body removal. What is it?
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Somatropin has the potential to exacerbate respiratory issues such as asthma; therefore, dose modifications may be needed.
Somatropin has the potential to exacerbate respiratory issues such as asthma; therefore, dose modifications may be needed.
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Levothyroxine (Synthroid) is a synthetic thyroid hormone that is the most common medication used to treat __________. It is dosed in micrograms (mcg).
Levothyroxine (Synthroid) is a synthetic thyroid hormone that is the most common medication used to treat __________. It is dosed in micrograms (mcg).
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How long after an influenza vaccination is a person considered to have protection?
How long after an influenza vaccination is a person considered to have protection?
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Eardrop administration techniques:
Eardrop administration techniques:
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When a patient has prescriptions for both a steroid eye drop and an antibiotic eye drop, what is one potential complication?
When a patient has prescriptions for both a steroid eye drop and an antibiotic eye drop, what is one potential complication?
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Humatrope (Somatropin) is a form of human growth hormone used to treat growth failure in children and adults who lack natural growth hormone. How would you expect to administer this medication?
Humatrope (Somatropin) is a form of human growth hormone used to treat growth failure in children and adults who lack natural growth hormone. How would you expect to administer this medication?
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What time of day should patients take their thyroid replacement medication?
What time of day should patients take their thyroid replacement medication?
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Which anti-viral drug is used to treat Influenza A?
Which anti-viral drug is used to treat Influenza A?
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This topical antibiotic is often prescribed to treat MRSA skin infections, working by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. What is the name of this antibiotic?
This topical antibiotic is often prescribed to treat MRSA skin infections, working by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. What is the name of this antibiotic?
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It is a contraindication to use ear drops in the presence of a perforated eardrum.
It is a contraindication to use ear drops in the presence of a perforated eardrum.
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When giving multiple eye drops to a patient, the nurse should wait 5-10 minutes in between each drop. If the patient is ordered artificial tears, when should those be given?
When giving multiple eye drops to a patient, the nurse should wait 5-10 minutes in between each drop. If the patient is ordered artificial tears, when should those be given?
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Which medication is used to treat diabetes insipidus by mimicking antidiuretic hormone (ADH), and patients should be monitored for water intoxication and changes in fluid balance?
Which medication is used to treat diabetes insipidus by mimicking antidiuretic hormone (ADH), and patients should be monitored for water intoxication and changes in fluid balance?
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Octreotide is a man-made protein similar to the hormone somatostatin. How does it treat symptoms of gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors?
Octreotide is a man-made protein similar to the hormone somatostatin. How does it treat symptoms of gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors?
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Which lab values should be monitored during treatment with anti-thyroid medication?
Which lab values should be monitored during treatment with anti-thyroid medication?
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Minoxidil (Rogaine) is a medication frequently used to aid in hair thinning in men and women. What are some potential side effects associated with systemic absorption?
Minoxidil (Rogaine) is a medication frequently used to aid in hair thinning in men and women. What are some potential side effects associated with systemic absorption?
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What is the most common condition of the ear with symptoms including pain, fullness, fever, and fatigue?
What is the most common condition of the ear with symptoms including pain, fullness, fever, and fatigue?
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This diagnostic dye is commonly used in eye exams to detect corneal abrasions, foreign bodies, or ulcers by fluorescing under blue light. Which dye is it?
This diagnostic dye is commonly used in eye exams to detect corneal abrasions, foreign bodies, or ulcers by fluorescing under blue light. Which dye is it?
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Which medication used to reduce intraocular pressure is given IV?
Which medication used to reduce intraocular pressure is given IV?
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Cytomegalovirus is a relatively harmless virus that is commonly treated successfully with ganciclovir (Cytovene)
Cytomegalovirus is a relatively harmless virus that is commonly treated successfully with ganciclovir (Cytovene)
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What are potential side effects of using the form of Vitamin A tretinoin (Retin-A) for skin smoothing and renewal that should be reported to the provider? (Select all that apply)
What are potential side effects of using the form of Vitamin A tretinoin (Retin-A) for skin smoothing and renewal that should be reported to the provider? (Select all that apply)
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What are potential hazards of the use of otic preparations? (Select all that apply)
What are potential hazards of the use of otic preparations? (Select all that apply)
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What is the proper technique for administering eyedrops?
What is the proper technique for administering eyedrops?
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Which condition is radioactive iodine used to treat?
Which condition is radioactive iodine used to treat?
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Indications for the direct- and indirect-acting miotics include which conditions?
Indications for the direct- and indirect-acting miotics include which conditions?
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Which antiviral medication is used to treat respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in hospitalized infants and children?
Which antiviral medication is used to treat respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in hospitalized infants and children?
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Patients prescribed this acne medication must enroll in the iPLEDGE program, avoid pregnancy due to teratogenic risks, and be monitored for mood changes and liver function. Which medication is this?
Patients prescribed this acne medication must enroll in the iPLEDGE program, avoid pregnancy due to teratogenic risks, and be monitored for mood changes and liver function. Which medication is this?
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Eardrops occasionally contain a combination compound of an antibiotic along with a steroid. What are the reasons for this combination? (Select all that apply)
Eardrops occasionally contain a combination compound of an antibiotic along with a steroid. What are the reasons for this combination? (Select all that apply)
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Which prostaglandin agonist can cause a change in eye color, specifically by darkening the iris, most noticeably in individuals with hazel or mixed-colored eyes?
Which prostaglandin agonist can cause a change in eye color, specifically by darkening the iris, most noticeably in individuals with hazel or mixed-colored eyes?
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What medication is commonly used to treat acromegaly?
What medication is commonly used to treat acromegaly?
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Octreotide reduces which symptom?
Octreotide reduces which symptom?
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Minoxidil may cause which side effect?
Minoxidil may cause which side effect?
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Shellfish allergy contraindicates which prep?
Shellfish allergy contraindicates which prep?
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Topicort treats atopic dermatitis
Topicort treats atopic dermatitis
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What is the most effective method for preventing HBV infection?
What is the most effective method for preventing HBV infection?
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Influenza protection after vaccination starts after how long?
Influenza protection after vaccination starts after how long?
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Acyclovir should be infused slowly.
Acyclovir should be infused slowly.
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Somatropin is administered by which route?
Somatropin is administered by which route?
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Levothyroxine is classified as what?
Levothyroxine is classified as what?
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Albuterol is classified as what?
Albuterol is classified as what?
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Guaifenesin is classified as what?
Guaifenesin is classified as what?
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Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine.
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine.
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Ibuprofen is classified as what?
Ibuprofen is classified as what?
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Bismuth subsalicylate is classified as what?
Bismuth subsalicylate is classified as what?
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Allopurinol is classified as what?
Allopurinol is classified as what?
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Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)
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Which drug may cause eye color change?
Which drug may cause eye color change?
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Corticosteroids can cause infections.
Corticosteroids can cause infections.
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What is a possible side effect of gentamicin?
What is a possible side effect of gentamicin?
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Which condition do miotics treat?
Which condition do miotics treat?
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Isotretinoin can cause severe birth defects.
Isotretinoin can cause severe birth defects.
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Which of the below options should be monitored with desmopressin?
Which of the below options should be monitored with desmopressin?
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Topical silver sulfadiazine is contraindicated in patients who have a sulfa allergy.
Topical silver sulfadiazine is contraindicated in patients who have a sulfa allergy.
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Which drug treats impetigo?
Which drug treats impetigo?
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Thyroid drugs can cause infection risk.
Thyroid drugs can cause infection risk.
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What is a side effect of anti-thyroid drugs?
What is a side effect of anti-thyroid drugs?
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Levothyroxine is taken at night.
Levothyroxine is taken at night.
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Which drug is used for hyperthyroidism?
Which drug is used for hyperthyroidism?
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Somatropin increases height in children.
Somatropin increases height in children.
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Which below should be monitored for with the use of Isotretinoin?
Which below should be monitored for with the use of Isotretinoin?
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Which of the following drugs is used for glaucoma?
Which of the following drugs is used for glaucoma?
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Which medication can result in tachycardia and fluid retention as a side effect?
Which medication can result in tachycardia and fluid retention as a side effect?
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What is a critical consideration for patients using povidone-iodine (Betadine) for skin preparation?
What is a critical consideration for patients using povidone-iodine (Betadine) for skin preparation?
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Which medication primarily reduces bowel symptoms, such as diarrhea, by inhibiting hormone release?
Which medication primarily reduces bowel symptoms, such as diarrhea, by inhibiting hormone release?
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What is the primary adverse effect associated with Zidovudine (Retrovir)?
What is the primary adverse effect associated with Zidovudine (Retrovir)?
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What timing is recommended for taking Levothyroxine to ensure optimal absorption?
What timing is recommended for taking Levothyroxine to ensure optimal absorption?
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Which of the following medications is contraindicated in patients with sulfa allergies?
Which of the following medications is contraindicated in patients with sulfa allergies?
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After receiving an influenza vaccine, how long does it typically take for full immunity to develop?
After receiving an influenza vaccine, how long does it typically take for full immunity to develop?
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Which medication is classified as a short-acting beta-2 agonist bronchodilator?
Which medication is classified as a short-acting beta-2 agonist bronchodilator?
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What is the primary function of propylthiouracil (PTU) in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?
What is the primary function of propylthiouracil (PTU) in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?
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Which medication should be avoided in patients being treated with desmopressin for diabetes insipidus?
Which medication should be avoided in patients being treated with desmopressin for diabetes insipidus?
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What is a significant side effect associated with the use of latanoprost for glaucoma management?
What is a significant side effect associated with the use of latanoprost for glaucoma management?
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In which situation is it contraindicated to use eardrops?
In which situation is it contraindicated to use eardrops?
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What is an essential counseling point for a patient receiving levothyroxine treatment?
What is an essential counseling point for a patient receiving levothyroxine treatment?
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Which medication is specifically indicated for the treatment of shingles?
Which medication is specifically indicated for the treatment of shingles?
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Which of the following medications requires monitoring for mental health changes due to potential teratogenic risks?
Which of the following medications requires monitoring for mental health changes due to potential teratogenic risks?
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What is a critical instruction for applying silver sulfadiazine to burn areas?
What is a critical instruction for applying silver sulfadiazine to burn areas?
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What is the correct method for administering Timolol for intraocular pressure reduction?
What is the correct method for administering Timolol for intraocular pressure reduction?
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Which action should be avoided when using Timolol drops?
Which action should be avoided when using Timolol drops?
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