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chandani

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Which medication has the highest potential for abuse?
 
  a. Methylphenidate (Ritalin) - schedule II
  b. Alprazolam (Xanax) - schedule IV
  c. Acetaminophen & codeine (Tylenol 3) - schedule III
  d. Diphenoxylate & atropine (Lomotil) - schedule V

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking medication that is toxic to the liver. Which laboratory test results will be reviewed by the nurse to ensure that the patient's liver is tolerating the medication without damage to the organ?
 
  (Select all that apply.)
  a.
  Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)
  b.
  Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)
  c.
  Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
  d.
  Anti-nuclear antibody (ANA)
  e.
  Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
  f.
  Fibrin degradation products (FDP)


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

ANS: A
According to the Controlled Substances Act, drugs that have the potential for abuse/dependency are classified as schedule I-V. Schedule I drugs have no approved medical applications in the United States. Schedule II drugs have high potential for abuse/dependency and have multiple restrictions for prescriptions. Schedule III, IV, and V have lower risks of dependency/abuse and fewer restrictions for prescriptions

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B
Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) are indicators of liver function, and increased levels indicate liver damage from a variety of causes. BUN, ANA, ESR, and FDP are not indicators of liver function.


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