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A patient undergoing cancer treatment experiences a significant drop in white blood cell count. Which medication would be MOST appropriate to stimulate white blood cell production?
A patient undergoing cancer treatment experiences a significant drop in white blood cell count. Which medication would be MOST appropriate to stimulate white blood cell production?
- Rituximab
- Filgrastim (correct)
- Dexamethasone
- Cyanocobalamin
A patient with chronic pain is prescribed Targin. What is the primary benefit of using this combination medication (oxycodone and naloxone) compared to oxycodone alone?
A patient with chronic pain is prescribed Targin. What is the primary benefit of using this combination medication (oxycodone and naloxone) compared to oxycodone alone?
- Targin minimizes constipation associated with opioid use. (correct)
- Targin provides faster pain relief.
- Targin enhances the analgesic effect of oxycodone.
- Targin reduces the risk of opioid overdose.
Which medication is MOST likely to be prescribed to manage neuropathic pain in a patient with a history of seizures?
Which medication is MOST likely to be prescribed to manage neuropathic pain in a patient with a history of seizures?
- Paracetamol
- Morphine
- Amitriptyline
- Gabapentin (correct)
A patient presents with severe respiratory depression following an opioid overdose. Which medication is MOST crucial to administer?
A patient presents with severe respiratory depression following an opioid overdose. Which medication is MOST crucial to administer?
A patient is undergoing a minor surgical procedure and requires localized pain relief. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate?
A patient is undergoing a minor surgical procedure and requires localized pain relief. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Tamoxifen in treating breast cancer?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Tamoxifen in treating breast cancer?
A patient with a severe allergic reaction is experiencing anaphylaxis. Which medication is MOST critical to administer immediately?
A patient with a severe allergic reaction is experiencing anaphylaxis. Which medication is MOST critical to administer immediately?
A patient presents with symptoms indicative of iron-deficiency anemia. Which medication is MOST appropriate for addressing this condition?
A patient presents with symptoms indicative of iron-deficiency anemia. Which medication is MOST appropriate for addressing this condition?
A patient is prescribed Amitriptyline as an adjuvant analgesic. What specific type of pain is this MOST likely intended to treat?
A patient is prescribed Amitriptyline as an adjuvant analgesic. What specific type of pain is this MOST likely intended to treat?
Which of the following medications is classified as a broad-spectrum antibiotic, effective against a wide range of bacterial infections?
Which of the following medications is classified as a broad-spectrum antibiotic, effective against a wide range of bacterial infections?
Which medication is used to treat serious bacterial infections like MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)?
Which medication is used to treat serious bacterial infections like MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)?
A patient taking opioids for chronic pain reports increased constipation. Which of the following medications is specifically designed to counteract this side effect when used in combination with an opioid?
A patient taking opioids for chronic pain reports increased constipation. Which of the following medications is specifically designed to counteract this side effect when used in combination with an opioid?
For which of the following procedures would EMLA cream be MOST appropriate?
For which of the following procedures would EMLA cream be MOST appropriate?
A patient with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed Prednisone. What is the primary mechanism by which Prednisone helps manage this condition?
A patient with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed Prednisone. What is the primary mechanism by which Prednisone helps manage this condition?
Following chemotherapy, a patient's white blood cell count is critically low. Which medication would be administered to stimulate the production of white blood cells?
Following chemotherapy, a patient's white blood cell count is critically low. Which medication would be administered to stimulate the production of white blood cells?
A patient experiencing severe pain post-surgery is prescribed Fentanyl. What is the primary benefit of using Fentanyl in this situation?
A patient experiencing severe pain post-surgery is prescribed Fentanyl. What is the primary benefit of using Fentanyl in this situation?
A patient is diagnosed with Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia. Which medication would be prescribed to address this specific deficiency?
A patient is diagnosed with Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia. Which medication would be prescribed to address this specific deficiency?
A patient with a history of lymphoma is being treated with Rituximab. What is the primary mechanism of action of this medication?
A patient with a history of lymphoma is being treated with Rituximab. What is the primary mechanism of action of this medication?
Which of the following medications is a corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation and immune responses, often in cancer or severe allergies?
Which of the following medications is a corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation and immune responses, often in cancer or severe allergies?
A patient reports nerve pain and anxiety. Which medication might address both these conditions?
A patient reports nerve pain and anxiety. Which medication might address both these conditions?
Flashcards
Morphine
Morphine
An opioid agonist used to relieve moderate to severe pain by acting on the central nervous system.
Fentanyl
Fentanyl
A fast-acting opioid agonist used for treating severe pain, especially in surgical or cancer patients.
Paracetamol
Paracetamol
A non-opioid analgesic used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever.
Naloxone
Naloxone
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Amitriptyline
Amitriptyline
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Gabapentin
Gabapentin
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Oxycodone
Oxycodone
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Pregabalin
Pregabalin
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Targin
Targin
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Rituximab
Rituximab
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Tamoxifen
Tamoxifen
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Filgrastim
Filgrastim
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Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous Oxide
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Emla
Emla
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Dexamethasone
Dexamethasone
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Prednisone
Prednisone
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Adrenaline (epinephrine)
Adrenaline (epinephrine)
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Cyanocobalamin
Cyanocobalamin
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Ferrous Sulfate
Ferrous Sulfate
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Piperacillin with Tazobactam
Piperacillin with Tazobactam
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Study Notes
- Morphine, an opioid agonist, alleviates moderate to severe pain by affecting the central nervous system.
- Fentanyl is a fast-acting opioid agonist for severe pain, particularly in surgical or cancer patients.
- Paracetamol is a non-opioid analgesic that treats mild to moderate pain and fever.
- Naloxone an opioid antagonist, reverses opioid overdose effects, including respiratory depression.
- Amitriptyline, a tricyclic antidepressant, serves as an adjuvant analgesic for nerve pain and sleep aid.
- Gabapentin, an anticonvulsant, is an adjuvant analgesic for neuropathic pain and seizures.
- Oxycodone is an opioid agonist used to relieve moderate to severe pain, often in chronic conditions.
- Pregabalin, treats neuropathic pain, epilepsy, and anxiety as a nerve pain medication (adjuvant analgesic).
- Targin, a combination of oxycodone (opioid agonist) and naloxone (opioid antagonist), manages chronic pain while minimizing opioid-induced constipation.
- Rituximab treats specific cancers, like lymphoma, and autoimmune diseases as a monoclonal antibody.
- Tamoxifen, a hormonal therapy, blocks estrogen receptors to treat and prevent breast cancer.
- Filgrastim, a colony-stimulating factor, boosts white blood cell production post-chemotherapy or bone marrow transplant.
- Nitrous Oxide, an anaesthetic agent, reduces pain and anxiety during brief medical or dental procedures.
- Emla, a topical anaesthetic cream, numbs skin before needle procedures like cannulation or blood tests.
- Dexamethasone, a corticosteroid, reduces inflammation and immune responses, frequently in cancer or severe allergies.
- Prednisone, a corticosteroid, is used for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions like asthma, arthritis, and lupus.
- Adrenaline (epinephrine), an emergency medication, treats anaphylaxis (severe allergic reactions) and cardiac arrest.
- Cyanocobalamin, a form of Vitamin B12, treats or prevents Vitamin B12 deficiency, particularly in anemia.
- Ferrous Sulfate, an iron supplement, treats iron-deficiency anemia.
- Piperacillin with Tazobactam, a broad-spectrum antibiotic, treats severe bacterial infections, including those in the lungs, urinary tract, and abdomen.
- Vancomycin, a potent antibiotic, is for serious or resistant bacterial infections, such as MRSA.
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