Advanced Pharmacology Exam 4
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2. Anorexiants may cause tolerance and should only be prescribed for 6 months
Sarah, a 42-year-old female, requests a prescription for an anorexiant to treat her
obesity. A trial of
phentermine is prescribed. Prescribing precautions include:
1. Understanding that obesity is a contraindication to prescribing phentermine
2. Anorexiants may cause tolerance and should only be prescribed for 6 months
3. Patients should be monitored for postural hypotension
4. Renal function should be monitored closely while on anorexiants
3. The risk of serotonin syndrome
Before prescribing phentermine to Sarah, a thorough drug history should be taken
including
assessing for the use of serotonergic agents such as selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors (SSRIs)
and St John's wort due to:
1. Additive respiratory depression risk
2. Additive effects affecting liver function
3. The risk of serotonin syndrome
4. The risk of altered cognitive functioning
2. Rectal diazepam (Diastat)
Antonia is a 3-year-old child who has a history of status epilepticus. Along with her
routine
antiseizure medication, she should also have a home prescription for ______________
to be used for an
episode of status epilepticus.
1. IV phenobarbital
2. Rectal diazepam (Diastat)
3. IV phenytoin (Dilantin)
4. Oral carbamazepine (Tegretol)
1. For phenytoin hypersensitivity syndrome 3 to 8 weeks after starting treatment
Rabi is being prescribed phenytoin for seizures. Monitoring includes assessing:
1. For phenytoin hypersensitivity syndrome 3 to 8 weeks after starting treatment
2. For pedal edema throughout therapy
3. Heart rate at each visit and consider altering therapy if heart rate is less than 60
bpm
4. For vision changes, such as red-green blindness, at least annually
,2. Carbamazepine auto-induces metabolism, leading to lower levels in spite of
good
compliance.
Dwayne has recently started on carbamazepine to treat seizures. He comes to see you
and you note
that while his carbamazepine levels had been in the therapeutic range, they are now
low. The
possible cause for the low carbamazepine levels include:
1. Dwayne hasn't been taking his carbamazepine because it causes insomnia.
2. Carbamazepine auto-induces metabolism, leading to lower levels in spite of good
compliance.
3. Dwayne was not originally prescribed the correct amount of carbamazepine.
4. Carbamazepine is probably not the right antiseizure medication for Dwayne.
3. Dermatologic reaction, including Steven's Johnson and toxic epidermal
necrolysis
Carbamazepine has a Black Box Warning due to life-threatening:
1. Renal toxicity, leading to renal failure
2. Hepatotoxicity, leading to liver failure
3. Dermatologic reaction, including Steven's Johnson and toxic epidermal necrolysis
4. Cardiac effects, including supraventricular tachycardia
4. Complete blood count every 3 to 4 months
Long-term monitoring of patients who are taking carbamazepine includes:
1. Routine troponin levels to assess for cardiac damage
2. Annual eye examinations to assess for cataract development
3. Monthly pregnancy tests for all women of childbearing age
4. Complete blood count every 3 to 4 months
3. Blood dyscrasias, which are uncommon but possible
Six-year-old Lucy has recently been started on ethosuximide (Zarontin) for seizures.
She should be
monitored for:
1. Increased seizure activity, as this drug may auto-induce seizures
2. Altered renal function, including renal failure
3. Blood dyscrasias, which are uncommon but possible
4. Central nervous system excitement, leading to insomnia
2. Assess for suicidal ideation
Sook has been prescribed gabapentin to treat neuropathic pain and is complaining of
feeling
depressed and having "strange" thoughts. The appropriate initial action would be:
1. Increase her dose
2. Assess for suicidal ideation
3. Discontinue the medication immediately
4. Decrease her dose to half then slowly titrate up the dose
4. Reassure her that this is a normal side effect of topiramate and continue to
monitor
her weight.
, Selma, who is overweight, recently started taking topiramate for seizures and at her
follow-up visit
you note she has lost 3 kg. The appropriate action would be:
1. Tell her to increase her caloric intake to counter the effects of the topiramate.
2. Consult with a neurologist, as this is not a common adverse effect of topiramate.
3. Decrease her dose of topiramate.
4. Reassure her that this is a normal side effect of topiramate and continue to monitor
her weight.
4. Recording seizure frequency, duration, and severity
Monitoring of a patient on gabapentin to treat seizures includes:
1. Routine therapeutic drug levels every 3 to 4 months
2. Assessing for dermatologic reactions, including Steven's Johnson
3. Routine serum electrolytes, especially in hot weather
4. Recording seizure frequency, duration, and severity
2. He should monitor his temperature and ability to sweat in the heat while
playing
Scott's seizures are well controlled on topiramate and he wants to start playing baseball.
Education
for Scott regarding his topiramate includes:
1. He should not play sports due to the risk of increased seizures
2. He should monitor his temperature and ability to sweat in the heat while playing
3. Reminding him that he may need higher dosages of topiramate when exercising
4. Encouraging him to use sunscreen due to photosensitivity from topiramate
1. To not abruptly discontinue levetiracetam due to risk for withdrawal seizures
Cara is taking levetiracetam (Keppra) to treat seizures. Routine education for
levetiracetam includes
reminding her:
1. To not abruptly discontinue levetiracetam due to risk for withdrawal seizures
2. To wear sunscreen due to photosensitivity from levetiracetam
3. To get an annual eye exam while on levetiracetam
4. To report weight loss if it occurs
4. Few, if any, drugs
Levetiracetam has known drug interactions with:
1. Combined oral contraceptives
2. Carbamazepine
3. Warfarin
4. Few, if any, drugs
2. Ruling out a hypersensitivity reaction that may lead to multi-organ failure
Zainab is taking lamotrigine (Lamictal) and presents to the clinic with fever and
lymphadenopathy.
Initial evaluation and treatment includes:
1. Reassuring her she has a viral infection and to call if she isn't better in 4 or 5 days
2. Ruling out a hypersensitivity reaction that may lead to multi-organ failure
3. Rapid strep test and symptomatic care if strep test is negative
4. Observation only, with further assessment if she worsens
3. Reduced lamotrigine levels, requiring doubling the dose of lamotrigine
(Modules 9-11) practice questions EXAM
GUIDE 2026/2027 | COMPLETE REVIEW |
FINAL EXAM | MIDTERM EXAM |
PRACTICE TEST | ACCURATE
QUESTIONS & DETAILED ANSWERS |
LATEST UPDATED VERSION
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Prepare for success with this comprehensive Exam Guide 2026/2027, created to help students
confidently prepare for exams and achieve excellent results. This study resource includes
carefully selected exam-style questions, correct answers, and detailed explanations covering the
most important course concepts. It is ideal for reviewing key topics, strengthening
understanding, and improving overall exam performance.
Perfect for Final Exams, Midterm Exams, Unit Tests, Weekly Quizzes, Practice Tests,
Comprehensive Assessments, Exit Exams, Certification Exams, and course revision. This
guide is organized in an easy-to-follow format, making it an excellent resource for self-study,
last-minute revision, and academic success.
Features
Latest 2026/2027 Updated Content
Accurate Exam-Style Questions
Correct & Detailed Answers
Comprehensive Topic Review
Step-by-Step Explanations
Easy-to-Understand Format
Excellent for Self-Study & Revision
High-Quality Study Resource
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Key, Detailed Solutions, Exam Preparation, College Exam, University Exam, Learning
2. Anorexiants may cause tolerance and should only be prescribed for 6 months
Sarah, a 42-year-old female, requests a prescription for an anorexiant to treat her
obesity. A trial of
phentermine is prescribed. Prescribing precautions include:
1. Understanding that obesity is a contraindication to prescribing phentermine
2. Anorexiants may cause tolerance and should only be prescribed for 6 months
3. Patients should be monitored for postural hypotension
4. Renal function should be monitored closely while on anorexiants
3. The risk of serotonin syndrome
Before prescribing phentermine to Sarah, a thorough drug history should be taken
including
assessing for the use of serotonergic agents such as selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors (SSRIs)
and St John's wort due to:
1. Additive respiratory depression risk
2. Additive effects affecting liver function
3. The risk of serotonin syndrome
4. The risk of altered cognitive functioning
2. Rectal diazepam (Diastat)
Antonia is a 3-year-old child who has a history of status epilepticus. Along with her
routine
antiseizure medication, she should also have a home prescription for ______________
to be used for an
episode of status epilepticus.
1. IV phenobarbital
2. Rectal diazepam (Diastat)
3. IV phenytoin (Dilantin)
4. Oral carbamazepine (Tegretol)
1. For phenytoin hypersensitivity syndrome 3 to 8 weeks after starting treatment
Rabi is being prescribed phenytoin for seizures. Monitoring includes assessing:
1. For phenytoin hypersensitivity syndrome 3 to 8 weeks after starting treatment
2. For pedal edema throughout therapy
3. Heart rate at each visit and consider altering therapy if heart rate is less than 60
bpm
4. For vision changes, such as red-green blindness, at least annually
,2. Carbamazepine auto-induces metabolism, leading to lower levels in spite of
good
compliance.
Dwayne has recently started on carbamazepine to treat seizures. He comes to see you
and you note
that while his carbamazepine levels had been in the therapeutic range, they are now
low. The
possible cause for the low carbamazepine levels include:
1. Dwayne hasn't been taking his carbamazepine because it causes insomnia.
2. Carbamazepine auto-induces metabolism, leading to lower levels in spite of good
compliance.
3. Dwayne was not originally prescribed the correct amount of carbamazepine.
4. Carbamazepine is probably not the right antiseizure medication for Dwayne.
3. Dermatologic reaction, including Steven's Johnson and toxic epidermal
necrolysis
Carbamazepine has a Black Box Warning due to life-threatening:
1. Renal toxicity, leading to renal failure
2. Hepatotoxicity, leading to liver failure
3. Dermatologic reaction, including Steven's Johnson and toxic epidermal necrolysis
4. Cardiac effects, including supraventricular tachycardia
4. Complete blood count every 3 to 4 months
Long-term monitoring of patients who are taking carbamazepine includes:
1. Routine troponin levels to assess for cardiac damage
2. Annual eye examinations to assess for cataract development
3. Monthly pregnancy tests for all women of childbearing age
4. Complete blood count every 3 to 4 months
3. Blood dyscrasias, which are uncommon but possible
Six-year-old Lucy has recently been started on ethosuximide (Zarontin) for seizures.
She should be
monitored for:
1. Increased seizure activity, as this drug may auto-induce seizures
2. Altered renal function, including renal failure
3. Blood dyscrasias, which are uncommon but possible
4. Central nervous system excitement, leading to insomnia
2. Assess for suicidal ideation
Sook has been prescribed gabapentin to treat neuropathic pain and is complaining of
feeling
depressed and having "strange" thoughts. The appropriate initial action would be:
1. Increase her dose
2. Assess for suicidal ideation
3. Discontinue the medication immediately
4. Decrease her dose to half then slowly titrate up the dose
4. Reassure her that this is a normal side effect of topiramate and continue to
monitor
her weight.
, Selma, who is overweight, recently started taking topiramate for seizures and at her
follow-up visit
you note she has lost 3 kg. The appropriate action would be:
1. Tell her to increase her caloric intake to counter the effects of the topiramate.
2. Consult with a neurologist, as this is not a common adverse effect of topiramate.
3. Decrease her dose of topiramate.
4. Reassure her that this is a normal side effect of topiramate and continue to monitor
her weight.
4. Recording seizure frequency, duration, and severity
Monitoring of a patient on gabapentin to treat seizures includes:
1. Routine therapeutic drug levels every 3 to 4 months
2. Assessing for dermatologic reactions, including Steven's Johnson
3. Routine serum electrolytes, especially in hot weather
4. Recording seizure frequency, duration, and severity
2. He should monitor his temperature and ability to sweat in the heat while
playing
Scott's seizures are well controlled on topiramate and he wants to start playing baseball.
Education
for Scott regarding his topiramate includes:
1. He should not play sports due to the risk of increased seizures
2. He should monitor his temperature and ability to sweat in the heat while playing
3. Reminding him that he may need higher dosages of topiramate when exercising
4. Encouraging him to use sunscreen due to photosensitivity from topiramate
1. To not abruptly discontinue levetiracetam due to risk for withdrawal seizures
Cara is taking levetiracetam (Keppra) to treat seizures. Routine education for
levetiracetam includes
reminding her:
1. To not abruptly discontinue levetiracetam due to risk for withdrawal seizures
2. To wear sunscreen due to photosensitivity from levetiracetam
3. To get an annual eye exam while on levetiracetam
4. To report weight loss if it occurs
4. Few, if any, drugs
Levetiracetam has known drug interactions with:
1. Combined oral contraceptives
2. Carbamazepine
3. Warfarin
4. Few, if any, drugs
2. Ruling out a hypersensitivity reaction that may lead to multi-organ failure
Zainab is taking lamotrigine (Lamictal) and presents to the clinic with fever and
lymphadenopathy.
Initial evaluation and treatment includes:
1. Reassuring her she has a viral infection and to call if she isn't better in 4 or 5 days
2. Ruling out a hypersensitivity reaction that may lead to multi-organ failure
3. Rapid strep test and symptomatic care if strep test is negative
4. Observation only, with further assessment if she worsens
3. Reduced lamotrigine levels, requiring doubling the dose of lamotrigine
