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What is acidosis?
What is acidosis?
- A condition affecting only the lungs
- A condition related to high blood pressure
- A condition with too few free hydrogen ions in the blood
- A condition with too many free hydrogen ions in the blood (correct)
Dialysis is used to aid ____________ by the kidneys.
Dialysis is used to aid ____________ by the kidneys.
filtration
Which part of the renal and urologic system carries waste from the kidneys to the bladder?
Which part of the renal and urologic system carries waste from the kidneys to the bladder?
ureters
Which of the following is not a proper treatment for UTIs?
Which of the following is not a proper treatment for UTIs?
What is nocturia?
What is nocturia?
What is a possible side effect of all diuretics?
What is a possible side effect of all diuretics?
Which of the following is not a loop diuretic?
Which of the following is not a loop diuretic?
What is an unusual side effect of phenazopyridine (Pyridium)?
What is an unusual side effect of phenazopyridine (Pyridium)?
What can urinary urge incontinence be caused or exacerbated by?
What can urinary urge incontinence be caused or exacerbated by?
Cations include ______________, and anions include ______________.
Cations include ______________, and anions include ______________.
What is urolithiasis?
What is urolithiasis?
Hyperphosphatemia, a major issue with renal failure, can be treated with:
Hyperphosphatemia, a major issue with renal failure, can be treated with:
Stage ____ is considered end stage renal disease.
Stage ____ is considered end stage renal disease.
What is a commonly prescribed thiazide diuretic?
What is a commonly prescribed thiazide diuretic?
Which of the following can lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)?
Which of the following can lead to erectile dysfunction (ED)?
What is erectile dysfunction (ED) caused by?
What is erectile dysfunction (ED) caused by?
Oral contraceptives have a high incidence of side effects including:
Oral contraceptives have a high incidence of side effects including:
Cigarette smokers who take oral contraceptives have an increased risk of:
Cigarette smokers who take oral contraceptives have an increased risk of:
What is clomid used for?
What is clomid used for?
Which medication is available as an intracavernous injection for ED?
Which medication is available as an intracavernous injection for ED?
What is the major drug interaction between phosphodiesterase inhibitors such as sildenafil (Viagra) and nitrates?
What is the major drug interaction between phosphodiesterase inhibitors such as sildenafil (Viagra) and nitrates?
Which alpha-blocker targets prostate tissue and is not used for hypertension?
Which alpha-blocker targets prostate tissue and is not used for hypertension?
To purchase Plan B without a prescription, a person must be at least ____ years of age.
To purchase Plan B without a prescription, a person must be at least ____ years of age.
Which statements are true concerning sperm production?
Which statements are true concerning sperm production?
Which hormone causes weight gain, cramping, swelling, acne, and anxiety in women during the last 2 weeks of the menstrual cycle?
Which hormone causes weight gain, cramping, swelling, acne, and anxiety in women during the last 2 weeks of the menstrual cycle?
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors are used in the treatment of:
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors are used in the treatment of:
Female hormones can be used:
Female hormones can be used:
Estrogen is taken by women to:
Estrogen is taken by women to:
What is the generic name for Cialis?
What is the generic name for Cialis?
Propylthiouracil is used to:
Propylthiouracil is used to:
Which medication for rheumatoid arthritis can be orally administered?
Which medication for rheumatoid arthritis can be orally administered?
What are DMARDs?
What are DMARDs?
Which of the following is an autoimmune disorder?
Which of the following is an autoimmune disorder?
What is Zostavax indicated for?
What is Zostavax indicated for?
Vaccines are available for:
Vaccines are available for:
What is the proper storage of vaccines and antitoxins/antivenins?
What is the proper storage of vaccines and antitoxins/antivenins?
What happens when a vaccine requiring storage between 2° and 8° C is frozen?
What happens when a vaccine requiring storage between 2° and 8° C is frozen?
The most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States is which one of the following autoimmune diseases?
The most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States is which one of the following autoimmune diseases?
Chronic inflammation can:
Chronic inflammation can:
Which of the following statements is true about the vaccination Gardasil?
Which of the following statements is true about the vaccination Gardasil?
What does attenuated mean in reference to vaccines?
What does attenuated mean in reference to vaccines?
Belimumab (Benlysta) for SLE is available?
Belimumab (Benlysta) for SLE is available?
What agents contain antibodies that can neutralize dangerous toxins?
What agents contain antibodies that can neutralize dangerous toxins?
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex) for RA can be orally administered:
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex) for RA can be orally administered:
Which of the following classifications of medications are available in ophthalmic formulations for allergic conjunctivitis?
Which of the following classifications of medications are available in ophthalmic formulations for allergic conjunctivitis?
What are the similarities among Zantac, Prilosec, and Prevacid?
What are the similarities among Zantac, Prilosec, and Prevacid?
Which medication is the primary ophthalmic antifungal agent?
Which medication is the primary ophthalmic antifungal agent?
Medications for earwax removal include:
Medications for earwax removal include:
Which product is a prescription indicated for the treatment of severe dry eyes?
Which product is a prescription indicated for the treatment of severe dry eyes?
Where in the pharmacy would latanoprost (Xalatan) be found?
Where in the pharmacy would latanoprost (Xalatan) be found?
Which medication can permanently change the color of the eye, thicken and darken the lashes, and darken the eyelids?
Which medication can permanently change the color of the eye, thicken and darken the lashes, and darken the eyelids?
What is GERD?
What is GERD?
Ketoprofen and flurbiprofen are ophthalmic:
Ketoprofen and flurbiprofen are ophthalmic:
The ear is responsible for:
The ear is responsible for:
Which categories of medications are used to treat glaucoma?
Which categories of medications are used to treat glaucoma?
Which type of health care provider cannot prescribe any type of medication?
Which type of health care provider cannot prescribe any type of medication?
What are general considerations regarding ophthalmic antibiotics?
What are general considerations regarding ophthalmic antibiotics?
What is tinnitus?
What is tinnitus?
What is the otic analgesic solution Auralgan?
What is the otic analgesic solution Auralgan?
Study Notes
Acidosis and Renal System
- Acidosis is characterized by an excess of hydrogen ions (H+) in the blood.
- Dialysis aids in filtration functions of the kidneys.
- Ureters transport waste from kidneys to the bladder.
- No proper treatment for UTIs includes Zyloprim, intended for gonorrheal infections.
Urinary Function and Diuretics
- Nocturia refers to the need to urinate at night.
- All diuretics can cause a side effect of hypotension.
- Spironolactone is not classified as a loop diuretic.
- Phenazopyridine may result in orange or reddish urine.
- Urinary urge incontinence can be worsened by infection or irritation.
Electrolytes and Renal Health
- Cations include sodium (Na+) and potassium (K+), while anions include chloride (Cl-) and bicarbonate (HCO3-).
- Urolithiasis is the medical term for kidney stones.
- Hyperphosphatemia, prevalent in renal failure, can be managed by various treatments.
- Stage 5 signifies end-stage renal disease.
Male and Female Reproductive Health
- Microzide is a common thiazide diuretic.
- Erectile dysfunction (ED) results from insufficient blood flow to the penis.
- Oral contraceptives are associated with a range of side effects.
- Smokers using oral contraceptives face heightened risks of cardiovascular events.
- Clomid is utilized for infertility assistance.
Medications and Interactions
- Alprostadil is available as an intracavernous injection and urethral suppository for ED.
- Sildenafil (Viagra) and nitrates interact dangerously, causing severe hypotension.
- Flomax, targeting prostate tissue, is an alpha-blocker not used for hypertension.
- Plan B requires individuals to be at least 17 years old for over-the-counter purchase.
Hormonal and Autoimmune Disorders
- Sperm production begins pre-puberty and declines with age.
- Progesterone can cause weight gain, cramping, and mood changes in women before menstruation.
- 5-Alpha reductase inhibitors treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
- Female hormones serve various therapeutic purposes.
Vaccines and Immune Response
- Tadalafil is the generic name for Cialis.
- Propylthiouracil reduces thyroid production in Graves disease.
- DMARDs refer to disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs.
- Vaccines can prevent bacterial and viral diseases, with proper storage protocols of 2 to 8 degrees Celsius.
- Freezing a vaccine meant for refrigeration may render it ineffective.
Eye Health and Anti-inflammatory Agents
- Hashimoto thyroiditis is the leading cause of hypothyroidism in the U.S.
- Gardasil is designed to prevent HPV in males and females aged 9 to 26.
- Attenuated vaccines are weakened forms of the pathogen.
- Belimumab (Benlysta) for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is administered intravenously.
Audiology and Ophthalmology
- Antitoxins and antivenins contain neutralizing antibodies against toxins.
- Methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis is given as a single weekly dose.
- Ophthalmic antifungal agent natamycin is vital for treating eye infections.
- Medications for earwax removal include Debrox and Ceruminex.
General Health Considerations
- Cyclosporine (Restasis) is prescribed for severe dry eye treatment.
- Latanoprost (Xalatan) must be refrigerated for storage.
- Certain medications, including Xalatan and Lumigan, can change eye color and eyelid appearance.
- GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease, affecting digestive health.
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