A patient has been prescribed rasagiline (Azilect). Which foods should you teach the patient to avoid? (select all that apply)
a. Green leafy vegetables
b. Aged cheeses
c. Sour cream
d. Fresh apples and pears
e. Soy sauce
f. Chicken and beef
ANS: B, C, E
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A) Insulin therapy may be discontinued after several months. B) The patient needs supplemental insulin even when not eating. C) Blood sugar is best regulated by use of long-lasting insulin preparations. D) Blood sugar can be regulated by diet if the patient is very careful.
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a. Decreased motor activity b. Confusion and disbelief c. Flashbacks and dreams d. Fears and phobias
A 44-year-old homeless man presented to the emergency department with hemoptysis. The patient was diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB) after diagnostic testing and has just begun treatment with INH, pyrazinamide, and rifampin (Rifater)
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Pubic hair distribution in a diamond-shaped pattern from the umbilicus that is not associated with cultural or familial differences most likely indicates
a. chronic infestation of parasites. c. hirsutism resulting from an endocrine disorder. b. early signs of syphilis. d. the effects of long-term use of estrogen.