Kassidy’s seizures are well-controlled with carbamazepine. However, what food should she avoid?

Caoimhe is being treated for breast cancer with a drug that is only administered IV under constant supervision of an oncologist, with frequent monitoring of vital signs, and facilities available for emergency interventions if required. What drug is she receiving?

Which of the following is considered to be a neurologic emergency?

Erin has cirrhosis. What diuretic is often recommended for patients with cirrhosis?

Reyna has all the symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) and visits the doctor, who confirms this and provides her with a prescription for an antibiotic.  Reyna knows that it is important to select an antibiotic that is effective for the organism causing the infection, but that the culture and sensitivity will not be completed for several days.  Her physician explains that the prescription is based on Reyna’s own history of effective treatment for UTIs.  What is prescribing based on past history called?

Vonda is concerned about the safety of over-the-counter medications for children. She knows that one particular drug has been associated with liver toxicity and that the manufacturers of this drug have voluntarily reduced the concentration used in children’s formulations. What is this drug?

Oran is taking a bulk-forming laxative for constipation. Bulk-forming laxatives work by ____.

Lauri is being treated for hypothyroidism with a synthetic replacement. What signs might indicate that her dose is too high?

Levi wonders why acetaminophen is used so frequently if it has little anti-inflammatory effect. Why is this?

Zelina has just been diagnosed with generalized seizures and the decision has been made to start treating her with anticonvulsants. What is likely the first choice of treatment?