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rosent76

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on: Jul 24, 2018
A primary care NP is preparing to prescribe a fluoroquinolone for a patient who has a history of alcohol abuse that has caused liver damage. The NP should choose:
 
  a. norfloxacin.
  b. levofloxacin.
  c. gemifloxacin.
  d. ciprofloxacin.

Question 2

An 80-year-old patient experiences prolonged sadness after the death of a spouse. The patient reports being unable to sleep or eat. The primary care NP should prescribe _____ mg _____ daily.
 
  a. trazodone 50; three times
  b. trazodone 100; three times
  c. mirtazapine 15; at bedtime
  d. mirtazapine 30; at bedtime


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Levofloxacin has less risk of hepatic adverse events than other fluoroquinolones.

Answer to Question 2

C
Mirtazapine side effects include sedation and increased appetite, and sedation is more likely with a lower dose. Mirtazapine is often used in nursing homes to stimulate appetite in older adults.


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rosent76

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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
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