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Capo

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The health care provider is planning care for a patient receiving the anorexiant drug dieth-ylpropion (Tenuate). What is the maximum amount of time that this drug therapy can be used with the patient?
 
  a. 1-2 weeks
  b. 2-4 weeks
  c. 6-12 weeks
  d. 6-12 months

Question 2

Which symptom would the health care provider expect to see in a patient receiving metham-phetamine (Desoxyn)?
 
  a. Decreased temperature
  b. Increased blood pressure
  c. Suppressed appetite
  d. Relief of chest pain


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

ANS: C
All anorexiants are used only for the short-term management of obesity. They are intended to act as adjuncts to other therapies and should not be taken for more than 6-12 weeks.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Methamphetamine is a psychomotor stimulant used to suppress the appetite and cause weight loss in selected obese patients. It can also be used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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:D TYSM

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