Answer to Question 1
B
Serotonin syndrome is a potentially lethal set of symptoms such as these. The NP should evaluate whether the patient is taking other SSRIs, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, bupropion, serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, or other medications that can precipitate this. Changing medication is not indicated. Patients should never abruptly discontinue an SSRI. Adding mirtazapine is not indicated.
Answer to Question 2
C
Warnings have been issued for the fluoroquinolone antibiotics for the increased risk of tendon ruptures. Ruptures have occurred unilaterally and bilaterally, and have involved the Achilles tendon; however, ruptures in the shoulder joint, hand, biceps, thumb, and other tendon sites have been reported. The risk of tendon rupture is further increased in those over age 60, those receiving concomitant steroid therapy, and in kidney, heart, and lung transplant recipients. Reasons for tendon ruptures also include physical activity or exercise, kidney failure, and tendon problems in the past. These ruptures may occur during therapy or up to several months after discontinuation of drugs.
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