In adults, neuritis, dermatitis, nausea, vomiting, and depression are associated with ____.
Roderick’s terrified parents rush their 18 month-old son to…
Roderick’s terrified parents rush their 18 month-old son to the emergency room after he has a seizure that lasts about a minute. An investigation reveals Roderick has had a febrile seizure. What is the treatment of choice?
In the United States, 70% of diabetics die from ____.
In the United States, 70% of diabetics die from ____.
Lawson, age 13 years, is experiencing mild acne and asks you…
Lawson, age 13 years, is experiencing mild acne and asks you, his pharmacist uncle, what to do. You suggest he look for an over-the-counter preparation containing ____.
Roxanne is told by her supervisor not to use the abbreviatio…
Roxanne is told by her supervisor not to use the abbreviation “SQ.” Why?
Yuri has inflammation of bronchial tubes, which leads to chr…
Yuri has inflammation of bronchial tubes, which leads to chronic mucus production and a wet cough. What disease does he have?
Your friend, Thomas, had a serious adverse reaction to an ov…
Your friend, Thomas, had a serious adverse reaction to an over-the-counter medication and found that a number of other individuals had similar adverse reactions. Which agency is most likely to investigate this situation and take action if a problem is found?
Luca, a new nurse at the nursing home, explains to you that…
Luca, a new nurse at the nursing home, explains to you that he injured his hands over the weekend with some garage tools. He is responsible for medication administration and asks you to open all of the unit dose packages for him before he makes rounds. What should you tell him?
The “-caines,” such as benzocaine, may be included in ____.
The “-caines,” such as benzocaine, may be included in ____.
Wade is using a synthetic drug that is similar to amphetamin…
Wade is using a synthetic drug that is similar to amphetamine but is associated with more prolonged, severe, and possibly permanent mental disorders. What is he likely to be using?