20 Questions
What is the recommended treatment for bacterial vaginosis as mentioned?
Metronidazole 500mg po BID x 7 days
Which medication should be avoided in patients with asthma and high blood pressure?
Beta-blockers
What is the most common causative agent of bacterial vaginosis?
Gardnerella
Which symptom is characteristic of bacterial vaginosis?
Frothy, grayish discharge
What is a potential side effect of anticholinergic medication mentioned in the text?
Tachycardia
Which medication is NOT appropriate for Bacterial Vaginosis treatment?
Fluconazole 150mg po x 1 dose
Which side effect of anticholinergic medication is particularly concerning in elderly patients?
Memory impairment
What intervention should be avoided in patients with asthma and high blood pressure?
Beta-blockers
What is the standard duration of treatment for bacterial vaginosis with Metronidazole?
7 days
Which medication is an example of an alternative to beta-blockers for high blood pressure in asthmatic patients?
Calcium channel blockers
Which medical condition is specifically mentioned as a contraindication for anticholinergic medications?
Glaucoma
What is the effect of anticholinergic drugs on bowel motility?
Slows down bowel motility
Which condition is worsened by anticholinergic medications in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
Urinary symptoms
When are cortisol levels typically highest during the day?
Early morning
Which of the following signals the pituitary gland to release adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)?
CRH
What is the first-line treatment for uncomplicated cystitis?
Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole
Which medication is used for rapid symptom relief in uncomplicated UTI but is not definitive treatment?
Phenazopyridine
What is the recommended treatment duration for lower UTI in pregnancy with nitrofurantoin?
7 days
In complicated UTIs, what is the duration of antibiotic treatment typically extended to?
7-10 days
What is the second-line treatment option for uncomplicated UTI after first-line therapy?
Amoxicillin/clavulanate
Learn about the prescribing guidelines for patients with asthma, high blood pressure, and bacterial vaginosis. Understand why it is important to avoid beta-blockers for asthma patients with high blood pressure and the treatment options for bacterial vaginosis.
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