Leslie takes medication for hypertension. What category of medication has he likely been prescribed?

Reyna has all the symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) and visits the doctor, who confirms this and provides her with a prescription for an antibiotic.  Reyna knows that it is important to select an antibiotic that is effective for the organism causing the infection, but that the culture and sensitivity will not be completed for several days.  Her physician explains that the prescription is based on Reyna’s own history of effective treatment for UTIs.  What is prescribing based on past history called?

Vonda is concerned about the safety of over-the-counter medications for children. She knows that one particular drug has been associated with liver toxicity and that the manufacturers of this drug have voluntarily reduced the concentration used in children’s formulations. What is this drug?

Oran is taking a bulk-forming laxative for constipation. Bulk-forming laxatives work by ____.

Garrison has erectile disfunction (ED); angina, for which he uses sublingual nitroglycerin; and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), for which he takes Flomax. What would be a potential side effect if he were to use a PDE inhibitor?

Zelina has just been diagnosed with generalized seizures and the decision has been made to start treating her with anticonvulsants. What is likely the first choice of treatment?

Jessica has advanced ovarian cancer and fluid is building up in her abdomen. She is hospitalized and radiogold is injected into her abdomen. What piece of knowledge should those caring for her have?

Giovanni is treated with a adrenergic drug after he experiences cardiac arrest from being hit in the chest with a baseball.  What adverse effects is often  associated with the use of adrenergics?

Magdalena is 27 weeks pregnant with twins and is showing signs of labor. What medication might she be given to manage her preterm labor?

Lauri is being treated for hypothyroidism with a synthetic replacement. What signs might indicate that her dose is too high?