NABP Exam NAPLEX Topic 10 Question 74 Discussion

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Question #: 74
Topic #: 10

An 18-year-old female is referred to a dermatologist for treatment of severe acne vulgaris. The dermatologist wants to start her on tetracycline.

What test should the patient have prior to starting treatment?

APregnancy test

BChest X-ray

CComplete blood count

DLiver function tests

ECreatine kinase

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Suggested Answer: C

A fasting blood glucose level of greater than 7 mmol/L (or greater than 126mg/dL) is an indicator of type 2 diabetes.

by Adell at Jan 23, 2024, 07:21 PM

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Kaitlyn

6 days ago

I'm picking the complete blood count, gotta make sure those blood cells can handle the tetracycline treatment.

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Lawrence

13 days ago

Hah, a chest X-ray? What, are we checking for lung acne? Pregnancy test is the clear winner here.

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Leonardo

16 days ago

I'm going with liver function tests, just to make sure those enzymes are in check before adding more medication.

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Yolando

19 days ago

Definitely a pregnancy test, tetracycline can harm the fetus! Better safe than sorry.

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Berry

23 days ago

I think a complete blood count should also be done to monitor any potential side effects of tetracycline.

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Lenora

1 months ago

I agree with Curt, it's important to rule out pregnancy before starting the medication.

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Curt

1 months ago

I think the patient should have a pregnancy test before starting tetracycline.

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