Addison's Disease Medication Side Effects Quiz
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What would be a concerning finding in a patient with Addison's disease who has been taking an excessive dose of prednisone?

  • Diffuse hyperpigmentation
  • Loss of axillary hair
  • A white blood cell count of 6,000/mm3
  • Blood pressure of 168/98 mm Hg (correct)
  • Which of the following is a common symptom of hypercortisolism due to excessive prednisone use?

  • Blood pressure of 168/98 mm Hg (correct)
  • Diffuse hyperpigmentation
  • Loss of axillary hair
  • A white blood cell count of 6,000/mm3
  • What effect can an excessive dose of prednisone have on the white blood cell count in a patient with Addison's disease?

  • Leukopenia
  • Leukocytosis (correct)
  • Neutropenia
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Which symptom associated with Addison's disease is expected to improve with proper medication and management?

    <p>Diffuse hyperpigmentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical starting dosage regimen of prednisone for patients with Addison's disease?

    <p>15 mg twice daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptom would be indicative of excessive prednisone use in a patient with Addison’s disease?

    <p>Hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which finding would be expected in a patient with Addison’s disease and NOT indicative of excessive prednisone use?

    <p>Leukocytosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of an excessively high dose of prednisone in a patient with Addison’s disease?

    <p>Worsening leukocytosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which finding is consistent with proper management of Addison’s disease but not with excessive prednisone use?

    <p>Decreased white blood cell count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a patient with Addison’s disease, what finding would suggest that the dose of prednisone is too high?

    <p>Leukopenia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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