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Which medication should not be handled by medical assistants who are pregnant or may become pregnant?
Which medication should not be handled by medical assistants who are pregnant or may become pregnant?
- DMARDs (e.g., methotrexate)
- tadalafil (Cialis)
- finasteride (Proscar) (correct)
- opioids
What is the maximum allowable daily dose of acetaminophen for most adults?
What is the maximum allowable daily dose of acetaminophen for most adults?
- 4,000 mg (correct)
- 3,000 mg
- 5,000 mg
- 2,000 mg
Which of the following medications can significantly increase the risk of infections in residents?
Which of the following medications can significantly increase the risk of infections in residents?
- tadalafil (Cialis)
- SSRIs
- DMARDs (e.g., methotrexate) (correct)
- opioids
Which class of medications is considered the last choice for treatment in the elderly due to potential side effects?
Which class of medications is considered the last choice for treatment in the elderly due to potential side effects?
What side effect is notably associated with SSRIs and SNRIs during the first two weeks of treatment?
What side effect is notably associated with SSRIs and SNRIs during the first two weeks of treatment?
Flashcards
Finasteride (Proscar)
Finasteride (Proscar)
Not to be handled by pregnant or potentially pregnant medical assistants.
Tadalafil (Cialis)
Tadalafil (Cialis)
Should not be taken with nitrates.
DMARDs (e.g., methotrexate)
DMARDs (e.g., methotrexate)
Can increase resident infection risk.
Acetaminophen maximum dose
Acetaminophen maximum dose
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Opioids for elderly
Opioids for elderly
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Study Notes
Medications and Important Points
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Finasteride (Proscar): Should not be handled by Medical Assistants (MAs) who are pregnant or may become pregnant.
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Tadalafil (Cialis): Should not be taken with nitrates.
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DMARDs (e.g., methotrexate): Can increase residents' risk of infections.
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Acetaminophen: Maximum dose for most adults is 4,000 mg per day from all sources.
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Opioids: Analgesics that are the last choice for elderly patients due to increased risk of side effects like over-sedation.
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SSRIs and SNRIs: Can cause suicidal thoughts, especially during the first two weeks of taking them.
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