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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Endocrine System Drugs

Question 21 • VA_Pharmacology_A

A patient is experiencing unexplained leg pain. What is the patient most likely experiencing, and how might it be treated?

Answer
A
The patient is having seizures that should be treated with anticonvulsant drugs.
B
The patient has neuropathy, which can be treated with a variety of medications.
C
The patient has narcolepsy, which is often treated with stimulants.
D
The patient has palsy that cannot be treated with any class of drugs.

Explanation

Unexplained leg pain can result from neuropathy, a problem involving damaged or impaired nerves. Neuropathy may be treated with different medications depending on its cause and symptoms, so the best answer is “The patient has neuropathy, which can be treated with a variety of medications.” Seizures, narcolepsy, and palsy do not best explain unexplained leg pain in this question.

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