BPS-Pharmacotherapy Exam Question 1
A 59-year-old man presents to the neurology clinic with recently diagnosed Parkinson's disease.
At his last visit 2 months ago, selegiline therapy was instituted, and he is tolerating it well. The patient still complains of tremor and rigidity that are interfering with both professional and leisure activities. Which option is most appropriate at this time?
At his last visit 2 months ago, selegiline therapy was instituted, and he is tolerating it well. The patient still complains of tremor and rigidity that are interfering with both professional and leisure activities. Which option is most appropriate at this time?
BPS-Pharmacotherapy Exam Question 2
Which of the following pharmacoeconomic analyses incorporates patient preferences regarding health?
BPS-Pharmacotherapy Exam Question 3
A 70-year-old 45-kg patient is admitted to the ICU with a diagnosis of digoxin intoxication. The patient complains of nausea, blurred vision, and fatigue that have been present for 3 days. A cardiac monitor reveals a HR of 42 bpm, an irregular rhythm, and a type second-degree heart block. Current medications include digoxin 0.25 mg and furosemide 40mg for heart failure, both taken daily at 0800. The patient remains adherent to all medications despite nausea, including today's doses. Blood is drawn at 1200 with the following results:
* Potassium: 6.0 mEq/L
* Creatinine: 2.3 mg/dL
* Digoxin: 1.7 ng/mL
Which of the following most appropriately describes the patient's digoxin concentration?
* Potassium: 6.0 mEq/L
* Creatinine: 2.3 mg/dL
* Digoxin: 1.7 ng/mL
Which of the following most appropriately describes the patient's digoxin concentration?
BPS-Pharmacotherapy Exam Question 4
Upon reviewing a clinical trial submission for publication, it is discovered that the authors have asked a medical Writer to help develop the manuscript after the data have been collected and analyzed by the authors. The medical Writer developed the manuscript, and the authors reviewed and edited the document before submitting it for publication. What is the most appropriate action for the authors to take?
BPS-Pharmacotherapy Exam Question 5
An 18-year-old patient presents with abrasions on the hands, knees, and shoulder from a recent bicycle accident. Gram-staining of surgical incision and drainage specimens reveals Gram positive cocci in chains. The patient has necrotizing fasciitis and develops bronchospasms after being given penicillin. Which intravenous antibiotic would be best to use in place of penicillin?