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NABP NAPLEX Exam - Topic 7 Question 75 Discussion

Which of the following is a side effect of valproic acid?
A) Gingival hyperplasia
B) Pancreatitis
C) Kidney stones
D) Weight loss
E) Euphoria

NABP NAPLEX Exam - Topic 7 Question 75 Discussion

Actual exam question for NABP's NAPLEX exam
Question #: 75
Topic #: 7
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Which of the following is a side effect of valproic acid?

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Cordelia
7 months ago
I agree, pancreatitis is a known side effect.
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Shenika
8 months ago
Wait, euphoria? That’s surprising!
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Beckie
8 months ago
Definitely not gingival hyperplasia, that's more for phenytoin.
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Miss
8 months ago
I thought it was just weight gain, not loss!
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Tamesha
8 months ago
Valproic acid can cause pancreatitis.
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Jade
9 months ago
I practiced a question about side effects of anticonvulsants, and I think euphoria was mentioned, but I can't remember if it was for valproic acid.
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Belen
9 months ago
Gingival hyperplasia sounds familiar, but I thought that was more associated with phenytoin.
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Brandee
9 months ago
I remember something about pancreatitis being a potential side effect, but I can't recall if it's common with valproic acid.
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Elenora
9 months ago
I think valproic acid can cause weight gain, but I'm not sure if it leads to weight loss.
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Deonna
9 months ago
Weight loss is a common side effect of many medications, but I don't think that's the case for valproic acid. I'll rule out D.
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Fletcher
9 months ago
Okay, I know valproic acid can cause some gastrointestinal issues, so B for pancreatitis seems like a good possibility.
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Margarita
9 months ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about the side effects of valproic acid. I'll have to think this one through carefully.
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Bettyann
9 months ago
I'm pretty sure valproic acid can cause gingival hyperplasia, so I'll go with A.
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Krystal
9 months ago
I remember learning about the potential for kidney stones with valproic acid, so I'll go with C on this one.
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Nakita
9 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I'll have to think it through carefully before answering.
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Han
9 months ago
I remember practicing a question like this, and I'm leaning towards D, as creating a relaxation rule seems like the right approach to maintain security while allowing traffic.
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Cristy
10 months ago
Okay, let's see. I remember from the training that sensitivity labels allow you to apply things like encryption, visual markings, and access restrictions to content. I'm pretty confident the answer is in there somewhere.
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Scot
1 year ago
Euphoria? Sounds like a party, but I think I'll stick to the real medical effects.
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Bettina
1 year ago
I think I'll pass on the euphoria and stick to the safer options.
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Kanisha
1 year ago
Yeah, weight loss is definitely a possibility with that medication.
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Chantay
1 year ago
I heard weight loss is a common side effect of valproic acid.
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Ernie
1 year ago
E) Euphoria
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Werner
1 year ago
D) Weight loss
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Bette
1 year ago
C) Kidney stones
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Fidelia
1 year ago
B) Pancreatitis
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Stephania
1 year ago
A) Gingival hyperplasia
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Zona
1 year ago
Weight loss? Sign me up! Now if only I could lose the exam anxiety too.
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Nobuko
1 year ago
Kidney stones? I'd rather not end up as a rock collector.
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Emiko
1 year ago
C) Kidney stones
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Denise
1 year ago
B) Pancreatitis
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Olive
1 year ago
A) Gingival hyperplasia
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Lettie
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but I think valproic acid can cause pancreatitis because it affects the pancreas.
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Lynette
1 year ago
I disagree, I believe it is C) Kidney stones.
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Thurman
1 year ago
Pancreatitis? That's a real pain in the pancreas!
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Ciara
1 year ago
E) Euphoria
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Herschel
1 year ago
D) Weight loss
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Charlene
1 year ago
C) Kidney stones
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Kimberely
1 year ago
B) Pancreatitis
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Bulah
1 year ago
A) Gingival hyperplasia
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Lettie
1 year ago
I think the answer is B) Pancreatitis.
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