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What potential side effects should physical therapists consider when designing exercise programs for patients taking antidepressants?
What potential side effects should physical therapists consider when designing exercise programs for patients taking antidepressants?
- Sedation and dizziness
- Orthostatic hypotension and fatigue (correct)
- Respiratory depression and sedation
- Hypoglycemia and constipation
For patients taking antidiabetic medications, what should physical therapists monitor during therapy sessions?
For patients taking antidiabetic medications, what should physical therapists monitor during therapy sessions?
- Electrolyte levels
- Blood glucose levels (correct)
- Fluid balance
- Breathing rate
What is a common side effect of opioid analgesics that physical therapists should monitor in patients during exercise sessions?
What is a common side effect of opioid analgesics that physical therapists should monitor in patients during exercise sessions?
- Hypertension
- Heart palpitations
- Insomnia
- Constipation (correct)
Which medication type is commonly prescribed to manage insomnia and sleep disturbances in older adults?
Which medication type is commonly prescribed to manage insomnia and sleep disturbances in older adults?
What should physical therapists consider when scheduling therapy sessions for patients taking diuretics?
What should physical therapists consider when scheduling therapy sessions for patients taking diuretics?
What potential adverse effects should physical therapists be aware of when patients are prescribed NSAIDs and analgesics for musculoskeletal pain?
What potential adverse effects should physical therapists be aware of when patients are prescribed NSAIDs and analgesics for musculoskeletal pain?
Which type of medications are prescribed to alleviate muscle spasms and stiffness?
Which type of medications are prescribed to alleviate muscle spasms and stiffness?
What side effects should physical therapists monitor in patients taking muscle relaxants?
What side effects should physical therapists monitor in patients taking muscle relaxants?
Which medications are commonly prescribed to prevent thromboembolic events in older adults with cardiovascular diseases?
Which medications are commonly prescribed to prevent thromboembolic events in older adults with cardiovascular diseases?
What is the primary purpose of prescribing beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and ACE inhibitors to older adults?
What is the primary purpose of prescribing beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and ACE inhibitors to older adults?
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