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Medications Quiz for Healthcare Professionals

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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?

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?

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?

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What side effect is notably associated with SSRIs and SNRIs during the first two weeks of treatment?

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Medications and Important Points

Finasteride (Proscar): Should not be handled by Medical Assistants (MAs) who are pregnant or may become pregnant.
Tadalafil (Cialis): Should not be taken with nitrates.
DMARDs (e.g., methotrexate): Can increase residents' risk of infections.
Acetaminophen: Maximum dose for most adults is 4,000 mg per day from all sources.
Opioids: Analgesics that are the last choice for elderly patients due to increased risk of side effects like over-sedation.
SSRIs and SNRIs: Can cause suicidal thoughts, especially during the first two weeks of taking them.

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Test your knowledge on important points regarding various medications including Finasteride, Tadalafil, DMARDs, and more. This quiz is essential for healthcare professionals to understand the implications of medication handling and administration, especially in vulnerable populations like pregnant individuals and the elderly.