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Question 1 of 5

Once-weekly administration of this antibiotic has prophylactic activity against bacteremia due to M avium complex in AIDS patients.

A. Azithromycin

B. Clarithromycin

C. Isoniazid

D. Kanamycin

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Azithromycin

Question 2 of 5

A 39-year-old man with HIV disease and active tuberculosis is hospitalized for therapy. He currently takes a protease inhibitor. He complains of cough, dyspnea, and chest pressure. Which of the following is the best treatment adjunct for this patient?

A. Prednisone

B. Rifabutin

C. Rifampin

D. Ribavirin

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Rifabutin

Question 3 of 5

The following is (are) true concerning In-vitro fertilization:

A. Gonadorelin is a synthetic Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone given continuously to inhibit FSH release

B. Exogenous FSH is given to induce follicular maturation at a selected time

C. Nafarelin is an FSH analog administered exogenously

D. A and B

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Exogenous FSH is given to induce follicular maturation at a selected time

Question 4 of 5

A 28-year-old man who suffered a crush injury to his lumbar spine (L4 and L5) with disc herniation is managed with meperidine for pain control. He has been taking this medication for 6 months. In addition to pain relief, which of the following other effects is possible?

A. Cough

B. Diarrhea

C. Neurotoxicity

D. Tinnitus

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Neurotoxicity

Question 5 of 5

A 49-year-old man with advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the skin is treated with topical 5-fluorouracil. He presents to his oncologist for follow-up. In addition to monitoring renal and hepatic function for toxicity, one could theoretically measure levels of which of the following excreted products?

A. Alanine

B. Creatinine

C. Fluoroalanine

D. Glucose

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Fluoroalanine