Ques. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) is monitored in all except?

A) acute or chronic infection,

B) tissue necrosis or infarction,

C) malignancy,

D) rheumatoid disease

E) anticoagulantion

 

Answer: (e)

 

Ques. A 68 year old patient came to you experiencing flu-like symptoms (malaise, diaphoresis, anorexia and nausea and vomiting). He is an alcoholic and tells you that he has used a Tylenol tablet up to 4g/day without any recovery. Best recommendation for this patient:

A) Suggest Ibuprofen 400 mg TID for the patient

B) Suggest ASA 325 mg TID

C) To continue taking acetaminophen

D) Suggest to discontinue alcohol and take Tylenol

E) Refer to the doctor

 

Answer: (e)

 

Ques. Information in a lecture for seniors about celecoxib for arthritis all are true except

I) a comparison between celecoxib and ibuprofen

II) side effect of celecoxib

III) counseling for celecoxib

 

a. I only

b. III only

c. I and II

d. II, III

e. I, II III

 

Answer: (a)

 

Ques. An 8 year old child with a prescription for Salbutamol inhaler as 2 puffs QID prn. The clinical index of the diagnosis of asthma include all except:

A) Allergic rhinitis

B) Wheezing without cold

C) Eosinophilia not more than 4%

D) Parenteral history of asthma

E) None of the above

 

Answer: (d)

 

Ques. Doctors are considering adding a combination of salmeterol and fluticasone (Advair) . Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding Advair counseling?

a) Advair should not be used as a relief medication

b) Advair should not be used more than bid.

c) Clean the mouthpiece with wet cloth

d) Contact your physician ASA or go the nearest hospital if you notice wheezing shortly after using your fast acting relief medication

e) Rinse and gargle with water immediately after taking each dose

 

Answer: (c)

 

Ques. In the above question, after 4 weeks, the asthmatic condition of the child was not under control, and his doctor decided to add Symbicort 100 for himBudesonide/Formoterol). Preferred inhaler device for children with asthma at that age 8.

I) Pressurized metered- dose inhaler plus spacer with face mask

II) Pressurized metered –dose inhaler plus spacer with mouthpiece

III) Diskus or dry powder inhalers

 

A) I only

B) III only

C) I and II only

D) II and III only

E) All

 

Answer: (b)