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xclash

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following conditions is considered a contraindication to using a bile acid resin?
 
  a. Complete or partial biliary obstruction
  b. Steatorrhea
  c. Preexisting constipation
  d. Type II hyperlipoproteinemi a

Question 2

A patient has a drug order for gemfibrozil (Lopid). Which of the following lipoproteins must be elevated in this patient?
 
  a. Low-density lipoproteins (LDL)
  b. High-density lipoproteins (HDL)
  c. Triglycerides
  d. Chylomicrons


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

ANS: A
The use of bile acid resins is contraindicated with partial or complete biliary obstruction. Exercise caution when using them in patients with steatorrhea or pre-existing constipation. Bile acid resins tend to cause bloating, nausea, indigestion, flatulence, and constipation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Gemfibrozil is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of pa-tients with triglyceride levels exceeding 750 mg/dL.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
You're welcome


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