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What laboratory values indicate an appropriate iron status in the body?

  • Transferrin saturation <20% and ferritin <100 ng/mL
  • Transferrin saturation <50% and ferritin <200 ng/mL
  • Transferrin saturation >50% and ferritin >200 ng/mL
  • Transferrin saturation >20% and ferritin >100 ng/mL (correct)

What are the risks associated with Epoetin use in renal failure patients?

  • Increased risk of stroke and cardiovascular events (correct)
  • Increased risk of liver damage and kidney failure
  • Increased risk of allergic reactions
  • Increased risk of infection and bleeding

What is the primary therapeutic use of Escitalopram?

  • Depression and generalized anxiety disorder (correct)
  • Chronic pain management
  • Hypertension
  • Diabetes

What is the common daily dosage of Escitalopram?

<p>10 mg (B)</p>
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Which condition is a contraindication for Escitalopram use?

<p>Hypersensitivity to citalopram or escitalopram (B)</p>
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What is the mechanism of action of Escitalopram?

<p>It is a selective and potent inhibitor of serotonin reuptake (A)</p>
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What are the common side effects associated with Dexamethasone?

<p>Diaphoresis, dizziness, headache, nausea, xerostomia (A)</p>
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What are the contraindications for using Dexamethasone?

<p>All of the above (D)</p>
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What conditions can Dexamethasone be used to treat?

<p>All of the above (D)</p>
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What is the mechanism of action of Dexamethasone?

<p>Modifies the body's immune responses (D)</p>
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Which drug class does Dexamethasone belong to?

<p>Adrenal Corticosteroid (C)</p>
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What is a common side effect associated with DOXAZOSIN use?

<p>Orthostatic hypotension (B)</p>
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Which of the following statements about DOXAZOSIN dosing is correct?

<p>The initial dose is usually low to minimize the risk of orthostatic hypotension (D)</p>
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In which patient population should DOXAZOSIN be used with caution?

<p>Patients with a known history of syncope (D)</p>
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What distinguishes DOXAZOSIN from other drugs commonly used for hypertension?

<p>It does not cause reflex tachycardia due to vasodilation (B)</p>
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What is a significant drug interaction to consider when prescribing DOXAZOSIN?

<p>Using it in combination with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (D)</p>
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What sets DOXAZOSIN apart from other alpha-blockers in its class?

<p>It is less likely to cause first-dose hypotension (B)</p>
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What is a key monitoring parameter during the initiation of Escitalopram therapy?

<p>Unusual changes in behavior and suicidality (A)</p>
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Which condition is a contraindication for Esomeprazole use?

<p>Hypersensitivity to omeprazole or esomeprazole (C)</p>
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What is the primary mechanism of action of Esomeprazole?

<p>It binds to the proton pump and reduces acid secretion (A)</p>
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What is a common adverse reaction associated with Esomeprazole use?

<p>Nausea and vomiting (A)</p>
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What class of drugs does Esomeprazole belong to?

<p>Proton Pump Inhibitor (D)</p>
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What condition does Esomeprazole primarily treat?

<p>Helicobacter pylori GI infection and heartburn (D)</p>
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Which of the following is a clinical pearl about Eszopiclone?

<p>Elderly individuals may be more susceptible to adverse effects, so a lower starting dose is recommended (A)</p>
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Which of the following is a black box warning associated with Eszopiclone?

<p>Risk of complex sleep behaviors such as sleepwalking and sleep driving (B)</p>
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Which of the following is the mechanism of action of Etanercept?

<p>It binds to soluble human tumor necrosis factor alpha with the p55 and p75 cell surface tumor necrosis factor receptors (B)</p>
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Which of the following is a common adverse reaction of Etanercept?

<p>Fatigue (A)</p>
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Which of the following should be monitored when using Etanercept?

<p>Complete blood count (D)</p>
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Which of the following is the most appropriate formulation for Etanercept?

<p>Injectable solution (B)</p>
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