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ashley

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A patient receiving chloroquine (Aralen) for malaria complains of headache, nausea, and blurred vision. What is the accurate interpretation of these symptoms?
 
  a. The patient is not taking enough fluid with this drug.
  b. The patient is allergic to this drug.
  c. These symptoms indicate that optic neuritis and cerebral edema are occurring.
  d. These symptoms are expected adverse effects of this drug.

Question 2

The patient has been prescribed chloroquine for treatment of malarial symptoms. Before initiating treatment, the primary care provider should plan to screen the patient for evidence of:
 
  a. Hearing deficit
  b. Change in mental status
  c. Ocular disease
  d. Osteoporosis


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Headache, nausea, and visual disturbances, such as blurred vision or diplopia, are expected and relatively mild adverse effects of chloroquine therapy.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Chloroquine is contraindicated for use in patients with ocular disease.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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