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A patient with a diagnosis of chronic low back pain and a history of opioid use disorder (OUD) is prescribed buprenorphine/naloxone. What is the primary benefit of this treatment?

A 19-year-old male with new-onset generalized tonic-clonic seizures is prescribed valproic acid. Which baseline assessments are most appropriate for the APRN to obtain?

A family member asks why their family member’s memory isn’t improving after 6 months on donepezil. What is the best response by the APRN?

Which of the following patient factors should the APRN identify that will increase the patient’s risk of bleeding when on rivaroxaban?

A 60-year-old patient presents with knee pain and stiffness, especially in the morning, which reportedly improves after 30 minutes. X-rays show joint space narrowing and osteophytes ; a diagnosis of osteoarthritis (OA) is made. What should the APRN advise as best first-line pharmacologic treatment for this patient?

A patient on phenytoin for a diagnosis of generalized seizure disorder reports confusion and ataxia. Which explanation should the APRN consider is most likely?

A 68-year-old male presents with nocturia, weak stream, and incomplete emptying. Digital rectal exam reveals a smooth, enlarged prostate. Which medication should the APRN choose as the best initial medication?

A 32-year-old patient tests positive for syphilis and receives benzathine penicillin G IM. What is the most important follow-up education?

Which antidepressant should the APRN identify as often used off-label for sleep due to its sedating properties?

The APRN is prescribing levetiracetam for a patient with a diagnosis of focal seizures. What is the most important adverse effect for the APRN to monitor?