Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A client has been taking a drug (Drug A) that is highly metabolized by the cytochrome p-450 system. He has been on this medication for 6 months. At this time, he is started on a second medication (Drug B) that is an inducer of the cytochrome p-450 system. You should monitor this client for:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Drug B induces the cytochrome p-450 enzyme system of the liver, thus increasing the metabolism of Drug A, reducing its therapeutic effects.