LPCC Pharmacology Fundamentals 3

Question 1

Which of the following atypical antipsychotics carries the highest risk of metabolic syndrome, including significant weight gain and diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Clozapine

Answer

Clozapine is associated with the greatest risk of metabolic syndrome among second-generation antipsychotics, requiring regular monitoring of weight, glucose, and lipids.

Question 2

A client on valproate reports stomach upset and hair loss. What micronutrient supplementation is often recommended to mitigate the hair loss side effect?

Accepted Answer

Zinc

Answer

Valproate can deplete zinc levels, and zinc supplementation is commonly recommended to address valproate-associated alopecia.

Question 3

When counseling a client about bupropion, which psychiatric condition represents an absolute contraindication?

Accepted Answer

Current or history of seizure disorder or bulimia

Answer

Bupropion lowers the seizure threshold significantly, making seizure disorder and bulimia (due to electrolyte imbalances) absolute contraindications.

Question 4

Which term describes the phenomenon where a drug's effectiveness diminishes over time at the same dose, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect?

Accepted Answer

Tolerance

Answer

Tolerance is the pharmacodynamic adaptation where the body responds less strongly to a drug over time, necessitating dose escalation for the same effect.

Question 5

A client taking carbamazepine for bipolar disorder starts a new oral contraceptive. What pharmacokinetic interaction is most important to address?

Accepted Answer

Carbamazepine induces CYP450 enzymes, reducing OCP effectiveness

Answer

Carbamazepine is a potent CYP450 inducer that accelerates the metabolism of oral contraceptives, significantly reducing their contraceptive effectiveness.

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LPCC Pharmacology Fundamentals 3