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PC 707 Module 8 Exam - Endocrine Q& A If all of a sudden a patient who was previously in euthyroid state becomes symptomatic, what is important to check for? -medication adherence -review how they take the medication -potentially other drug interactions -some questions to ask---> -are they pregnant? -recently stopped taking an oral contraceptive? -recently started an antidepressant such Zoloft or a tricyclic? -have they recently started tegretol or dilantin? Testosterone deficiency: -primar...

PC 707 Module 5 Exam - Pain Q & A What qualifies for using medications for prophylactic headache treatment? -more than 2 a month -headache lasting >24 hours -headaches more than 3 days of the month and causing significant life impact -using abortive medications more than >2 a week -using abortive medications that have failed What are the prophylactic headache treatment options? -beta blockers -anti-epileptic drugs -TCAs -Botox -CGRP monoclonal antibodies How can beta blockers be used to ...

PC 707 Module 7 Exam - CNS Q & A Bipolar: -consists of fluctuations between depression & mania -increased risk of suicide -need to refer to psychiatrist* -medications used: Lithium, anticonvulsants, atypical antipsychotics What is the gold standard treatment for bipolar disorder? -Lithium What are the cautions with lithium use? -many drug interactions -maintain sufficient sodium levels--avoid diuretics (hyponatremia can cause lithium toxicity) -narrow therapeutic index (must be monitored very ...

PC 707 Module 8 Exam Questions and Answers What type of diabetes is the result of autoimmune induced pancreatic beta cell destruction resulting in insulin deficiency? - Answer ️️ -Type I DM Jenna, a 67 yo diabetic female was admitted to the ER with the following signs: Dehydration Abdominal pain Vomiting Decreased level of consciousness What is going on with Jenna? - Answer ️️ -DKA What age group does Type I DM normally occur in? - Answer ️️ -Under 30 What is the symptomati...

PC 707 Module 9 Exam - Dermatology, Ophthalmic, Otic Q & A Acne Vulgaris: -common chronic skin condition caused by the bacteria P. Acnes -non-inflammatory (closed & open comedones) -inflammatory (erythematous papules, pustules, nodules, cysts) What factors might be exacerbate acne outbreaks? -certain foods, dirt, stress -certain medications (anti-convulsants, anti-tuberculosis, antidepressants, steroids) Treatment of acne vulgaris: -depends on the severity and classification* -topicals (retino...

PC 707 Module 7 Exam 2024 What NT causes whole brain arousal, stimulates appetite, and is the neurotransmitter in reinforcement pathways? - Answer ️️ -Norepinephrine What NT is the most basic NT involved in primitive functions? It affects biological drives like sex, anger/rage, coordinates movement, and is involved in emotion and reinforcement pathways? - Answer ️️ -Dopamine What NT is the most ubiquitous NT in the body; it is for all parasympathetic nerves. In the brain, it plays...

PC 707 Module 9 Exam Questions and Answers Sierra has a bacterial infection. The two most common bacterial infections are _________________ and __________________ - Answer ️️ -(1) Staphylococcus aureus (2) Streptococcus pyrogens Gram Positive T/F. Bacterial skin infections are treated only with systemic pharmacological agents. - Answer ️️ -False T/F. A localized, mild bacterial infection is best treated with neomycin. - Answer ️️ -False. What type of topical treatment for bac...

PC 707 Module 9 Exam Questions and Answers Sierra has a bacterial infection. The two most common bacterial infections are _________________ and __________________ - Answer ️️ -(1) Staphylococcus aureus (2) Streptococcus pyrogens Gram Positive T/F. Bacterial skin infections are treated only with systemic pharmacological agents. - Answer ️️ -False T/F. A localized, mild bacterial infection is best treated with neomycin. - Answer ️️ -False. What type of topical treatment for bac...

PC 707 Module 6 Exam - Respiratory & ENT Q & A What are peak flow readings? -measures amount of expelled air (Liters/minute) -this is an important tool for asthmatics to use in order to determine when to use their SABA or when to seek help* -part of the asthma action plan monitoring system* If using a metered dose inhaler and 2 doses are needed, how long must you wait in between inhalations? -at least 1 minute What SABA may be as effective as albuterol with less side effects? -levalbuterol (Xo...

PC 707 Module 9 Exam Questions and Answers What are the most common bacteria that cause skin infections? - Answer ️️ -(1) Staphylococcus aureus (2) Streptococcus pyrogens Topic treatments treat what kind of bacterial skin infection? - Answer ️️ -Localized, mild What type of topical treatment for bacterial skin infections commonly leads to allergic reaction, which will look like a worsening of the infection? - Answer ️️ -Neomycin What is used to treat mild to moderate impetigo? ...