Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1 Review-148- Pharmacology

Q- A 32-year-old man presents with dry mouth, blurred vision, and urinary retention after taking an over-the-counter cold medication. Which component is most likely responsible for these symptoms? A- Dextromethorphan B- Diphenhydramine C- Guaifenesin D- Phenylephrine   Q- A 45-year-old woman treated with methimazole for hyperthyroidism develops fever and sore throat. What is the most … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1 Review- 146- Pharmacology

Q- A 40-year-old man is treated with chloramphenicol for a severe infection. Later, he develops pancytopenia. What is the most likely mechanism of this adverse effect? A- Immune-mediated hemolysis B- Irreversible aplastic anemia C- Megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency   Q- A 70-year-old woman with hypertension and type 2 diabetes is started on a … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1- Review- 145

Q- A patient who was involved in a motor vehicle accident 2 years ago now has chronic pain. He tells his doctor he thinks he is becoming addicted to his short-acting morphine. He has been visiting multiple physicians to obtain prescription refills. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment for his opioid use … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1 Review- 144- Pharmacology

Q- A patient taking haloperidol develops muscle rigidity, high fever, and confusion. What is the best initial management step? A- Administer dantrolene B- Give epinephrine C- Start propranolol D- Stop the antipsychotic .   Q- A 25-year-old man presents with tremors, tachycardia, and anxiety after taking an excessive amount of caffeine. Which of the following … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1 Review- 142- Pharmacology

Q- A 55-year-old man with atrial fibrillation is taking warfarin. He is started on trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole for a urinary tract infection. What is the most likely outcome of this drug interaction? A- Decreased anticoagulant effect B- Enhanced metabolism of warfarin C- Increased risk of bleeding D- No significant effect   Q- A 35-year-old woman with generalized … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1 Review- 140- Pharmacology

Q- A 60-year-old man with atrial fibrillation is started on amiodarone. Which adverse effect is most commonly associated with this medication? A- Hyperkalemia B- Hypoglycemia C- Nephrotoxicity D- Pulmonary fibrosis   Q- A 28-year-old woman develops a dry cough after beginning treatment for hypertension. Which drug is most likely responsible? A- Amlodipine B- Lisinopril C- … Read more