NSG6005- Orthopedics Questions and Answers with
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A potential side effect related to the use of ketorolac (toradol)
is: - ANSWER edema of the lower extremities
Glucocorticoids, sometimes used to treat rheumatoid arthritis: -
ANSWER suppress inflammation
Symptoms of salicylate (i.e aspirin) poisoning may include: -
ANSWER abdominal pain, tinnitus and headache
Allopurinol (Zyloprim), used in the treatment of gout decreases
serum uric acid by: - ANSWER inhibiting xanthine oxidase, the
enzyme responsible for production of uric acid
The generic name of Toradol, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
drug is: - ANSWER Ketorolac
The recommended antidote for acetaminophen toxicity is: -
ANSWER N-acetylocysteine
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Patients who are taking bisphosphonates (i.e alendronate
[Fosamax]) for osteoporosis should be advised to: - ANSWER
Stay upright for at least 30 minutes
Probenecid, used in the treatment of gout, works by: - ANSWER
increasing the urinary excretion of uric acid and inhibiting the
secretion of penicillin
patient taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) should be advised to
avoid: - ANSWER alcohol
The intra-articular steroid with the longest duration of action is:
- ANSWER triamcinolone hexacetonide (Aristospan)
Baclofen (Lioresal), a centrally-acting muscle relaxant, is
indicated for the treatment of symptoms related to: - ANSWER
multiple sclerosis
The half-life elimination of colchicine (Colcrys), used in the
treatment of gout, is approximately: - ANSWER 30 hours