Q- A patient treated for latent tuberculosis develops elevated liver enzymes. Which drug is most likely responsible?
A- Cycloserine
B- Ethambutol
C- Isoniazid
D- Streptomycin
Q- A 55-year-old woman with osteoporosis is prescribed a bisphosphonate. Which instruction is most important to prevent esophageal irritation?
A- Remain upright for 30 minutes after ingestion
B- Take at bedtime
C- Take with milk
D- Use with a proton pump inhibitor
Q- A patient receiving heparin therapy develops a sudden drop in platelet count. What is the underlying mechanism?
A- Bone marrow suppression
B- Decreased platelet production
C- Direct platelet toxicity
D- Immune-mediated platelet activation