Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A patient who is taking disulfiram (Antabuse)What severe side effect will occur if an alcoholic patient consumes alcohol while taking disulfiram (Antabuse)?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Disulfiram causes an acute sensitivity to alcohol. When alcohol is consumed, it leads to an accumulation of acetaldehyde, causing unpleasant effects like severe nausea, vomiting, and headache, deterring the individual from drinking.