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Did you know that unlike most foodborne pathogens, Listeria monocytogenes survives and even multiplies at refrigerated temperatures. This explains why Listeria is often found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods. It is killed by standard cooking temps.
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Did you know that unlike most foodborne pathogens, Listeria monocytogenes survives and even multiplies at refrigerated temperatures. This explains why Listeria is often found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods. It is killed by standard cooking temps.
#PhunQuiz
November 15, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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Did you know that unlike most foodborne pathogens, Listeria monocytogenes survives and even multiplies at refrigerated temperatures. This explains why Listeria is often found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods. It is killed by standard cooking temps.
#PhunQuiz
Did you know that unlike most foodborne pathogens, Listeria monocytogenes survives and even multiplies at refrigerated temperatures. This explains why Listeria is often found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods. It is killed by standard cooking temps.
#PhunQuiz
Alzheimer’s Disease is a disorder in which swaths of brain cells die—robbing the patient of his mind. There are drugs that help. Which one does NOT treat Alzheimer’s?
A. Donepezil
B. Memantine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Rivastigmine
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Donepezil
B. Memantine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Rivastigmine
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
November 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Alzheimer’s Disease is a disorder in which swaths of brain cells die—robbing the patient of his mind. There are drugs that help. Which one does NOT treat Alzheimer’s?
A. Donepezil
B. Memantine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Rivastigmine
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Donepezil
B. Memantine
C. Pyridostigmine
D. Rivastigmine
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
In which scenario is utilizing a factor Xa inhibitor instead of a Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT)-driven heparin protocol appropriate?
When a patient has…
A. Afib on rivaroxaban at home
B. Hyperbilirubinemia
C. Hypertriglyceridemia
D. Lupus erythematosus
The answer is in the thread
When a patient has…
A. Afib on rivaroxaban at home
B. Hyperbilirubinemia
C. Hypertriglyceridemia
D. Lupus erythematosus
The answer is in the thread
November 4, 2025 at 2:07 PM
In which scenario is utilizing a factor Xa inhibitor instead of a Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT)-driven heparin protocol appropriate?
When a patient has…
A. Afib on rivaroxaban at home
B. Hyperbilirubinemia
C. Hypertriglyceridemia
D. Lupus erythematosus
The answer is in the thread
When a patient has…
A. Afib on rivaroxaban at home
B. Hyperbilirubinemia
C. Hypertriglyceridemia
D. Lupus erythematosus
The answer is in the thread
Know your diabetes numbers? Hemoglobin A1c is the percentage of glycosylated hemoglobin. It is an indicator of blood glucose levels over 2-3 months. Which is a good result for a hemoglobin A1c test?
A. 5.7-6%
B. 6-6.5%
C. 6.5-7%
D. 7% or higher
The answer is in the thread
A. 5.7-6%
B. 6-6.5%
C. 6.5-7%
D. 7% or higher
The answer is in the thread
November 2, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Know your diabetes numbers? Hemoglobin A1c is the percentage of glycosylated hemoglobin. It is an indicator of blood glucose levels over 2-3 months. Which is a good result for a hemoglobin A1c test?
A. 5.7-6%
B. 6-6.5%
C. 6.5-7%
D. 7% or higher
The answer is in the thread
A. 5.7-6%
B. 6-6.5%
C. 6.5-7%
D. 7% or higher
The answer is in the thread
What is the recommended treatment for hepatitis A?
A. Adefovir or lamivudine
B. Dexamethasone
C. Fidaxomicin or vancomycin
D. Supportive care
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Adefovir or lamivudine
B. Dexamethasone
C. Fidaxomicin or vancomycin
D. Supportive care
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
October 28, 2025 at 12:52 PM
What is the recommended treatment for hepatitis A?
A. Adefovir or lamivudine
B. Dexamethasone
C. Fidaxomicin or vancomycin
D. Supportive care
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Adefovir or lamivudine
B. Dexamethasone
C. Fidaxomicin or vancomycin
D. Supportive care
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
Jane is a breast cancer survivor. She takes tamoxifen to prevent a recurrence. Which one of her medications interacts with tamoxifen and could lead to a cancer recurrence?
A. Clonazepam
B. Levothyroxine
C. Lisinopril
D. Paroxetine
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
A. Clonazepam
B. Levothyroxine
C. Lisinopril
D. Paroxetine
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
October 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Jane is a breast cancer survivor. She takes tamoxifen to prevent a recurrence. Which one of her medications interacts with tamoxifen and could lead to a cancer recurrence?
A. Clonazepam
B. Levothyroxine
C. Lisinopril
D. Paroxetine
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
A. Clonazepam
B. Levothyroxine
C. Lisinopril
D. Paroxetine
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
There are currently five approved Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF)-alfa inhibitors: Adalimumab, certolizumab, etanercept, and infliximab. Which is the missing one?
A. Anakinra
B. Golimumab
C. Natalizumab
D. Rilonacept
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Anakinra
B. Golimumab
C. Natalizumab
D. Rilonacept
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
September 15, 2025 at 12:47 PM
There are currently five approved Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF)-alfa inhibitors: Adalimumab, certolizumab, etanercept, and infliximab. Which is the missing one?
A. Anakinra
B. Golimumab
C. Natalizumab
D. Rilonacept
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Anakinra
B. Golimumab
C. Natalizumab
D. Rilonacept
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
Take this #PhunQuiz Dose. Which one is effective topically for a stuffy nose?
A. Phenelzine
B. Phentermine
C. Phentolamine
D. Phenylephrine
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A. Phenelzine
B. Phentermine
C. Phentolamine
D. Phenylephrine
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#Medicines #Pharmacy #Pharmacists #Pharmacology #FOAMed #PharmacyStudents #NAPLEX #PharmSky #PharmacyTechnicians #PTCB #NCLEX
September 9, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Take this #PhunQuiz Dose. Which one is effective topically for a stuffy nose?
A. Phenelzine
B. Phentermine
C. Phentolamine
D. Phenylephrine
See next
#Medicines #Pharmacy #Pharmacists #Pharmacology #FOAMed #PharmacyStudents #NAPLEX #PharmSky #PharmacyTechnicians #PTCB #NCLEX
A. Phenelzine
B. Phentermine
C. Phentolamine
D. Phenylephrine
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#Medicines #Pharmacy #Pharmacists #Pharmacology #FOAMed #PharmacyStudents #NAPLEX #PharmSky #PharmacyTechnicians #PTCB #NCLEX
Which is the most likely cause of death in cases of overdose of sedative/hypnotics?
A. Cerebral edema
B. Hypothermia
C. Respiratory depression
D. Status epilepticus
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Cerebral edema
B. Hypothermia
C. Respiratory depression
D. Status epilepticus
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
August 27, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Which is the most likely cause of death in cases of overdose of sedative/hypnotics?
A. Cerebral edema
B. Hypothermia
C. Respiratory depression
D. Status epilepticus
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Cerebral edema
B. Hypothermia
C. Respiratory depression
D. Status epilepticus
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
Which antihypertensive agent may precipitate angioedema?
A. Amlodipine
B. Benazepril
C. Losartan
D. Sotalol
The answer is in the thread
A. Amlodipine
B. Benazepril
C. Losartan
D. Sotalol
The answer is in the thread
August 18, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Which antihypertensive agent may precipitate angioedema?
A. Amlodipine
B. Benazepril
C. Losartan
D. Sotalol
The answer is in the thread
A. Amlodipine
B. Benazepril
C. Losartan
D. Sotalol
The answer is in the thread
Lactated Ringer’s solution contains potassium and should be given cautiously to patients taking drugs that tend to cause hyperkalemia. Ringer’s solution should be avoided in patients taking which one?
A. Amiloride
B. Lisinopril
C. Both
D. Neither
The answer follows
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A. Amiloride
B. Lisinopril
C. Both
D. Neither
The answer follows
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August 17, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Lactated Ringer’s solution contains potassium and should be given cautiously to patients taking drugs that tend to cause hyperkalemia. Ringer’s solution should be avoided in patients taking which one?
A. Amiloride
B. Lisinopril
C. Both
D. Neither
The answer follows
#PhunQuiz
A. Amiloride
B. Lisinopril
C. Both
D. Neither
The answer follows
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Preteens and teens are at increased risk of certain vaccine-preventable diseases (meningococcal, Tdap) as they engage in common activities such as sharing drinks and kissing, etc. CDC recommends the HPV vaccine before teens become sexually active. #PhunQuiz
Preteens and teens are at increased risk of certain vaccine-preventable diseases (meningococcal, Tdap) as they engage in common activities such as sharing drinks and kissing, etc. CDC recommends the HPV vaccine before teens become sexually active. #PhunQuiz
August 13, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Preteens and teens are at increased risk of certain vaccine-preventable diseases (meningococcal, Tdap) as they engage in common activities such as sharing drinks and kissing, etc. CDC recommends the HPV vaccine before teens become sexually active. #PhunQuiz
Preteens and teens are at increased risk of certain vaccine-preventable diseases (meningococcal, Tdap) as they engage in common activities such as sharing drinks and kissing, etc. CDC recommends the HPV vaccine before teens become sexually active. #PhunQuiz
Which antibiotic (of these listed) is effective against beta-lactamase-producing (BLP) organisms and can penetrate the blood brain barrier (BBB)?
A. Amoxicillin
B. Cefazolin
C. Imipenem + cilastatin
D. Ticarcillin
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Amoxicillin
B. Cefazolin
C. Imipenem + cilastatin
D. Ticarcillin
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
August 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Which antibiotic (of these listed) is effective against beta-lactamase-producing (BLP) organisms and can penetrate the blood brain barrier (BBB)?
A. Amoxicillin
B. Cefazolin
C. Imipenem + cilastatin
D. Ticarcillin
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Amoxicillin
B. Cefazolin
C. Imipenem + cilastatin
D. Ticarcillin
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
This is a #PhunQuiz Quickie for aclidinium + formoterol inhalation (Duaklir). What is aclidinium?
A. Long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)
B. Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA)
What is formoterol?
1. LABA
2. LAMA
Indication/s?
a. Asthma
b. Asthma, COPD
c. COPD
The answer is in the thread
A. Long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)
B. Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA)
What is formoterol?
1. LABA
2. LAMA
Indication/s?
a. Asthma
b. Asthma, COPD
c. COPD
The answer is in the thread
August 5, 2025 at 11:04 AM
This is a #PhunQuiz Quickie for aclidinium + formoterol inhalation (Duaklir). What is aclidinium?
A. Long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)
B. Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA)
What is formoterol?
1. LABA
2. LAMA
Indication/s?
a. Asthma
b. Asthma, COPD
c. COPD
The answer is in the thread
A. Long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)
B. Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA)
What is formoterol?
1. LABA
2. LAMA
Indication/s?
a. Asthma
b. Asthma, COPD
c. COPD
The answer is in the thread
Which medication protects ulcerated gastric tissue from further damage by gastric enzymes and acid through polymerization?
A. Cimetidine
B. Famotidine
C. Omeprazole
D. Sucralfate
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Cimetidine
B. Famotidine
C. Omeprazole
D. Sucralfate
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
July 30, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Which medication protects ulcerated gastric tissue from further damage by gastric enzymes and acid through polymerization?
A. Cimetidine
B. Famotidine
C. Omeprazole
D. Sucralfate
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
A. Cimetidine
B. Famotidine
C. Omeprazole
D. Sucralfate
The answer is in the thread #PhunQuiz
BN, 59, M, has hypertension, DM2, and epilepsy. His testosterone and thyroid levels are normal, and he has no malignancies. Yet, he has developed osteoporosis. Which one may be the cause?
A. Carbamazepine
B. HCTZ
C. Metformin
D. Metoprolol
The answer follows
A. Carbamazepine
B. HCTZ
C. Metformin
D. Metoprolol
The answer follows
July 29, 2025 at 12:51 PM
BN, 59, M, has hypertension, DM2, and epilepsy. His testosterone and thyroid levels are normal, and he has no malignancies. Yet, he has developed osteoporosis. Which one may be the cause?
A. Carbamazepine
B. HCTZ
C. Metformin
D. Metoprolol
The answer follows
A. Carbamazepine
B. HCTZ
C. Metformin
D. Metoprolol
The answer follows
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Researchers at the University of Michigan say urgent care clinics are handing out fistfuls of antibiotics, steroids, and opioids inappropriately. Antibiotics are prescribed for 30% of patients with ear infections, 45% of patients with …
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Researchers at the University of Michigan say urgent care clinics are handing out fistfuls of antibiotics, steroids, and opioids inappropriately. Antibiotics are prescribed for 30% of patients with ear infections, 45% of patients with …
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July 28, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Researchers at the University of Michigan say urgent care clinics are handing out fistfuls of antibiotics, steroids, and opioids inappropriately. Antibiotics are prescribed for 30% of patients with ear infections, 45% of patients with …
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Researchers at the University of Michigan say urgent care clinics are handing out fistfuls of antibiotics, steroids, and opioids inappropriately. Antibiotics are prescribed for 30% of patients with ear infections, 45% of patients with …
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A 44-pound (20 kg) child is given oral azithromycin. Dosing is left to the pharmacy. A child’s dose is 10-12 mg/kg for the first daily dose and 5-6 mg/kg for 4 more days. Using the high end, what is the initial dose?
A. 120 mg
B. 200 mg
C. 240 mg
D. 500 mg
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#PhunQuiz
A. 120 mg
B. 200 mg
C. 240 mg
D. 500 mg
See next
#PhunQuiz
July 28, 2025 at 2:28 PM
A 44-pound (20 kg) child is given oral azithromycin. Dosing is left to the pharmacy. A child’s dose is 10-12 mg/kg for the first daily dose and 5-6 mg/kg for 4 more days. Using the high end, what is the initial dose?
A. 120 mg
B. 200 mg
C. 240 mg
D. 500 mg
See next
#PhunQuiz
A. 120 mg
B. 200 mg
C. 240 mg
D. 500 mg
See next
#PhunQuiz
Here is a #PhunQuiz Quickie for you. Canagliflozin (Invokana) is the medicine. What is it?
A. GLP-1 receptor agonist
B. SGLT-2 inhibitor
What are the indications?
1. DM2, ESRD, CVD risk reduction
2. DM2, weight management
The answers are in the thread
A. GLP-1 receptor agonist
B. SGLT-2 inhibitor
What are the indications?
1. DM2, ESRD, CVD risk reduction
2. DM2, weight management
The answers are in the thread
July 21, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Here is a #PhunQuiz Quickie for you. Canagliflozin (Invokana) is the medicine. What is it?
A. GLP-1 receptor agonist
B. SGLT-2 inhibitor
What are the indications?
1. DM2, ESRD, CVD risk reduction
2. DM2, weight management
The answers are in the thread
A. GLP-1 receptor agonist
B. SGLT-2 inhibitor
What are the indications?
1. DM2, ESRD, CVD risk reduction
2. DM2, weight management
The answers are in the thread
This is a #PhunQuiz Quickie. What is oral baclofen?
A. Central muscle relaxant
B. Neuromuscular blocker
Indication/s?
1. Muscle spasms, spasticity of MS or spinal lesions
2. Tension headache
Contraindications?
a. Impaired kidneys, MI
b. Impaired liver, stroke
Answers are in the thread
A. Central muscle relaxant
B. Neuromuscular blocker
Indication/s?
1. Muscle spasms, spasticity of MS or spinal lesions
2. Tension headache
Contraindications?
a. Impaired kidneys, MI
b. Impaired liver, stroke
Answers are in the thread
July 13, 2025 at 1:56 PM
This is a #PhunQuiz Quickie. What is oral baclofen?
A. Central muscle relaxant
B. Neuromuscular blocker
Indication/s?
1. Muscle spasms, spasticity of MS or spinal lesions
2. Tension headache
Contraindications?
a. Impaired kidneys, MI
b. Impaired liver, stroke
Answers are in the thread
A. Central muscle relaxant
B. Neuromuscular blocker
Indication/s?
1. Muscle spasms, spasticity of MS or spinal lesions
2. Tension headache
Contraindications?
a. Impaired kidneys, MI
b. Impaired liver, stroke
Answers are in the thread
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What determines whether a heart attack is fatal? Surprisingly, it may be hyperglycemia. Brazilian researchers studied 12 years of heart attack data and compared the factors: hyperglycemia, obesity, cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking.
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What determines whether a heart attack is fatal? Surprisingly, it may be hyperglycemia. Brazilian researchers studied 12 years of heart attack data and compared the factors: hyperglycemia, obesity, cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking.
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July 8, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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What determines whether a heart attack is fatal? Surprisingly, it may be hyperglycemia. Brazilian researchers studied 12 years of heart attack data and compared the factors: hyperglycemia, obesity, cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking.
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What determines whether a heart attack is fatal? Surprisingly, it may be hyperglycemia. Brazilian researchers studied 12 years of heart attack data and compared the factors: hyperglycemia, obesity, cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking.
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This is a #PhunQuiz Quickie for olanzapine + samidorphan (Lybalvi). What is olanzapine?
A. 1st gen antipsychotic
B. Atypical antipsychotic
What is samidorphan?
1. Mu agonist
2. Mu antagonist
Indications?
a. Depression, anxiety
b. Schizophrenia, bipolar
Answers are in the thread
A. 1st gen antipsychotic
B. Atypical antipsychotic
What is samidorphan?
1. Mu agonist
2. Mu antagonist
Indications?
a. Depression, anxiety
b. Schizophrenia, bipolar
Answers are in the thread
July 7, 2025 at 2:37 PM
This is a #PhunQuiz Quickie for olanzapine + samidorphan (Lybalvi). What is olanzapine?
A. 1st gen antipsychotic
B. Atypical antipsychotic
What is samidorphan?
1. Mu agonist
2. Mu antagonist
Indications?
a. Depression, anxiety
b. Schizophrenia, bipolar
Answers are in the thread
A. 1st gen antipsychotic
B. Atypical antipsychotic
What is samidorphan?
1. Mu agonist
2. Mu antagonist
Indications?
a. Depression, anxiety
b. Schizophrenia, bipolar
Answers are in the thread
AS, 60, M, has a seizure disorder, hypertension, A-fib, DVT, and osteoarthritis. At the anticoagulation clinic his INR is 3.8 (normal 2-3). Which drug has interacted with warfarin to cause this?
A. Amiodarone
B. Carbamazepine
C. Ibuprofen
D. Losartan
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
A. Amiodarone
B. Carbamazepine
C. Ibuprofen
D. Losartan
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
July 5, 2025 at 12:38 AM
AS, 60, M, has a seizure disorder, hypertension, A-fib, DVT, and osteoarthritis. At the anticoagulation clinic his INR is 3.8 (normal 2-3). Which drug has interacted with warfarin to cause this?
A. Amiodarone
B. Carbamazepine
C. Ibuprofen
D. Losartan
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
A. Amiodarone
B. Carbamazepine
C. Ibuprofen
D. Losartan
The answer is in the thread
#PhunQuiz
Legionnaires Disease (LD) or Legionella pneumonia is an atypical pneumonia caused by Legionella pneumophila. It is transmitted by droplets or contaminated water. Adults 50+, patients with lung disease, or immunocompromised are at high risk.
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July 1, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Legionnaires Disease (LD) or Legionella pneumonia is an atypical pneumonia caused by Legionella pneumophila. It is transmitted by droplets or contaminated water. Adults 50+, patients with lung disease, or immunocompromised are at high risk.
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