38 Questions
What is the most appropriate initial diagnostic workup in a patient with a cold Thyroid nodule and decreased TSH?
FNA or Biopsy
In a patient presenting with symptoms of extreme hyperthermia, tachycardia, and vomiting, what condition should be suspected?
Thyroid Storm
Which medication should be administered to a patient in Thyroid Storm to help manage their condition?
Propranolol
What is the most common cause of primary hypothyroidism in North America?
Hashimoto Thyroiditis
Which cancer type among thyroid cancers is often associated with a positive prognosis?
Papillary
In a patient with hypoparathyroidism due to neck surgery, what sign might be present indicating low calcium levels?
Chvostek sign
What is a common symptom seen in both men and women with panhypopituitarism?
Decreased libido in both
What is the main effect of parathyroid hormone on renal tubular reabsorption?
Decreases phosphate reabsorption
Which diagnostic test is most indicative of hyperparathyroidism?
Increased PTH levels
What diagnostic test is used for panhypopituitarism?
Triple Bolus Test
Which hormone is usually decreased in patients with hyperprolactinemia?
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
What is the mechanism of the Triple Bolus Test in diagnosing panhypopituitarism?
Induction of hypoglycemia to stimulate GH and ACTH release
Which hormone is NOT typically affected in patients with hyperprolactinemia?
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
What symptoms are commonly seen in patients with low ACTH levels?
Adrenal insufficiency
Which hormone is necessary for normal linear growth?
Growth Hormone (GH)
What is the main action of Anti-Diuretic Hormone (ADH) in the renal collecting ducts?
Increasing urine concentration
What is a common initial test for diagnosing Pituitary adenoma?
MRI of the pituitary lesion
Which medication can be used to treat Neurogenic Diabetes Insipidus?
Desmopressin (DDAVP)
What commonly causes SIADH?
CNS disease
Which disease state leads to impaired water reabsorption in the kidneys?
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
What is the main function of Thyroid Hormone in bone growth?
Enhancing mineralization
'YOU’RE PISSING INSANE AMOUNTS OF WATER' is associated with which endocrine disorder?
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the thyroid gland according to the 'FLAGTOP' mnemonic?
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
What is the etiology of panhypopituitarism related to 'I' in the mnemonic provided?
Iatrogenic
Which hormone deficiency may manifest as decreased lactation?
Prolactin
What type of tumors are generally associated with invasive causes of panhypopituitarism?
Meningioma
Which hormone deficiency may result in decreased levels of Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)?
Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH)
What type of head trauma can lead to panhypopituitarism?
Severe head trauma
Which hormone deficiency might present with symptoms related to skin and hair changes?
Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
What is the hormone commonly known as ADH an abbreviation for?
Antidiuretic Hormone
Which of the following statements about calcium homeostasis is accurate?
An imbalance in calcium homeostasis can lead to confusion and constipation.
Which condition is characterized by elevated PTH, increased calcium, and decreased phosphate levels?
Primary Hypoparathyroidism
What is the most likely cause of hypercalcemia in a patient with granulomatous disease?
Enhanced GI absorption of calcium
In Pseudohypoparathyroidism, there is a defect in the ____________.
Response to PTH in target tissues
Which disease presents with increased calcium, decreased phosphate, and decreased PTH levels?
Pseudohypoparathyroidism
What distinguishes Cushing Syndrome from Cushing Disease?
Source of excess cortisol production
Which condition is associated with kidney stones, osteoporosis, and high serum calcium?
Hyperparathyroidism
In Chronic Renal Failure, which of the following mineral imbalances is typically seen?
Low calcium, high phosphate
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