FNP Certification Review 3rd ed (Leik) - Study Questions with correct answers

Which medications are associated with the highest incidence of erectile dysfunction? CORRECT ANSWER SSRI -- Paroxetine (Paxil) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that causes sexual adverse effects (impotence, inability to reach orgasm) in up to 50% of men who take it. Of all the SSRIs, it seems to be the one with the highest risk of erectile dysfunction. tests would you recommend to patients to confirm the diagnosis of beta thalassemia or sickle cell anemia CORRECT ANSWER hemoglobin electrophoresis Stepwise approach to treating acne vulgaris CORRECT ANSWER 1. Topical agents are the first-line treatment for acne vulgaris 2. Retin-A 0.25% gel 3. Oral preparations (tetracycline) 4. Accutane 1. What is the least common pathogen found in community-acquired pneumonia? 2. Common in 3. Treatment CORRECT ANSWER 1. P. aeruginosa is an uncommon cause of community-acquired pneumonia. 2. It is more common in patients with cystic fibrosis and hospitalized patients. 3. In mild cases, it can be treated with ciprofloxacin (Cipro) or levofloxacin (Levaquin), which are fluoroquinolo