Drug Selection and Dosage Schedule Factors Quiz
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What factor should be considered when selecting the dosage of corticosteroids?

  • Dosage of mineralocorticoid
  • Frequency of HPA axis suppression
  • Type of preparation (correct)
  • Time of day for administration

    • Which schedule of corticosteroid administration allows the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis to recover?

  • Alternate-day administration (correct)
  • Daily administration
  • Monthly administration
  • Weekly administration

    • What is a common side effect observed with longer treatment periods of glucocorticoids?

  • Fluid & electrolyte disturbances (correct)
  • Appetite suppression
  • Ulcer formation
  • Increased risk of infection

    • Which condition can arise due to the negative feedback inhibition of ACTH by corticosteroids?

    <p>Adrenal gland atrophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential adverse effect associated with ophthalmic preparations of corticosteroids?

    <p>Cataract formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might appetite stimulation not always be considered an adverse effect of prednisone use in cancer chemotherapy?

    <p>It may be a reason for using prednisone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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