Clinical Toxicology
Accidental hydrocodone-acetaminophen Ingestion
What is the most likely cause of the child’s recurrent clinical deterioration?
A) Acetaminophen-induced liver failure B) Co-ingestion of benzodiazepines C) Incomplete CNS penetration of naloxone D) Partial ...
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Omid Mehrpour
Post on 27 Nov 2024
Pharmaceuticals
Muscle Relaxant Overdose with CNS Depression and Bradycardia in a 45-Year-Old Female
Which of the following muscle relaxants could potentially explain her symptoms? Select ONE answer that best explains her symptoms.
A) Tizanidine B) Cyclobenzaprine C) Methocarbamol D) Carisoprodol
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Omid Mehrpour
Post on 01 Nov 2024
Cardiopulmonary Drugs
Silent Threat: A Case of Unexpected Amiodarone Toxicity in a Heart Failure Patient
What is the most appropriate next step in managing this patient's amiodarone-induced hepatotoxicity?
A. Discontinue amiodarone and cautiously provide N-acetylcysteine while starting IV fluids, given CHF status. B. Reinitiate ami ...
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Omid Mehrpour
Post on 31 Oct 2024
Analgesics And Antiinflammatory Drugs
Severe Metabolic Acidosis After Diclofenac and Alcohol Overdose: A Case Study
Which of the following best explains the cause of the patient’s severe metabolic acidosis?
a) Alcohol-induced ketoacidosis b) Diclofenac-induced renal failure c) Overdose of acidic metabolites from aspirin d) Inhibitio ...
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Omid Mehrpour
Post on 13 Oct 2024
Occupational And Environmental Toxins
Phosgene Gas Exposure in a 27-Year-Old Male: Workplace Hazard with Risk of Delayed Lung Injury
What is the most concerning delayed complication this patient is at risk for developing? A) Pneumonia B) Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) C) Bronchospasm D) Pleural effusion E) Pulmonary embolism
Correct Answer: B) Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
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Omid Mehrpour
Post on 30 Sept 2024
Toxic Agents and Antidotes
Chronic Digoxin Toxicity Triggered by Acute Kidney Injury: A Case of Confusion and Bradycardia
Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in managing his digoxin toxicity?
A) Administer 1-2 vials of Digibind immediately. B) Hold digoxin and monitor closely for worsening bradycardia or hypotension. ...
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Omid Mehrpour
Post on 18 Sept 2024
General Principles of Toxicology Management
The Enigmatic Acidosis: Unraveling the True Culprit Behind Sudden Vision Loss
What is the most likely cause of this woman's symptoms and laboratory findings?
A) Methanol poisoning B) Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) C) Alcoholic Ketoacidosis (AKA) D) Ethylene glycol poisoning E) Septic sh ...
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Omid Mehrpour
Post on 09 Aug 2024
Heavy Metal Poisoning
The Fatal Laboratory Accident
What is the possible identity of the toxin causing this woman's findings?
a) Iron chloride b) Sodium arsenite c) Mercury d) Chlorpromazine, an antipsychotic drug
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Omid Mehrpour
Post on 09 Jun 2024