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Author Question: Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the drug rifampin (Rifadin)? a. Orange ... (Read 77 times)

luvbio

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the drug rifampin (Rifadin)?
 
  a. Orange discoloration of sweat, tears, urine, and feces will occur.
  b. It should always be taken with food or antacids.
  c. It should be taken as a double dose if a previous one is forgotten.
  d. It can be automatically stopped if symptoms are gone in 3 months.

Question 2

The patient is receiving dapsone (DDS) for treatment of leprosy. While the patient is receiving dapsone, the primary care provider should plan to monitor the patient's:
 
  a. Complete blood count
  b. Potassium level
  c. Urine output
  d. Calcium level


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Kingjoffery

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

ANS: A
Rifampin causes orange-red discoloration to many bodily secretions and permanently stains soft contact lenses.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Deaths associated with the administration of dapsone have been reported from agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, and other blood dyscrasias.


luvbio

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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