Which of the Following Medications Correctly Matches the Older Adult

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following medications correctly matches the older adult condition given, according to current medical knowledge?

• A) Alprazolam (Xanax) for depression at bedtime
• B) Buspirone (BuSpar) for chronic anxiety states
• C) Amitriptyline (Elavil) for depression in the morning
• D) Haloperidol (Haldol) long-term for psychotic behaviour

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Definitions:

Internal Nares

The internal openings of the nasal cavity into the pharynx, through which air passes during respiration after being filtered, moistened, and warmed.

Choanae

The internal openings of the nostrils in the pharynx; posterior nasal apertures.

Epiglottis

A leaf-shaped flap in the throat that prevents food and drink from entering the windpipe during swallowing.

Parietal Pleura

The part of the pleura that lines the inner surface of the chest wall and diaphragm, but does not cover the lungs.