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Which adverse drug reactions (ADRs) should the APRN monitor in a patient taking hydroxychloroquine for a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?

Which of the following should the APRN identify as potential adverse effects of methimazole? (Select all that apply)

A patient with a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus is started on an SGLT2 inhibitor. What key monitoring or teaching points should the APRN provide? (Select all that apply)

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?