NAPLEX PRACTICE EXAM 2024 WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS

What is the range for acute manic episode treatment with lithium? - correct answer 0.8-1.2 mEq/L higher than maintenance treatment Which medication may potentially interact with and raise lithium levels? A. metoprolol B. lisinopril C. Tenormin D. APAP - correct answer lisinopril affects the kidneys!! Which is a side effect of lithium that commonly occurs in patients taking long term? A. ataxia B. constipation C. hypothyroidism D. neuropathy - correct answer C. hypothyroidism sometimes, diabetes insipidius which of following is true regarding MAO inhibitors for depression? A. potential for severe side effects of hypertensive crisis precipitated by certain foods B. considered 1st line C. good choice because few drug interactions - correct answer A. tyramine -containing foods can precipitate Serotonin syndrome and hypertensive crises Which o