Iron Therapy and Intravenous Fluids Quiz

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What can be concluded about the effectiveness of parenteral iron compared to oral iron in most patients?

Oral iron is not effective for increasing hemoglobin levels.

Oral iron can be just as effective as parenteral iron if taken reliably. (correct)

Parenteral iron leads to a faster hemoglobin response than oral iron.

Parenteral iron is generally more effective than oral iron.

Which factor is crucial for oral iron to potentially match the effects of parenteral iron?

The reliability and adequacy of absorption of the oral iron. (correct)

The dosage of oral iron taken.

The type of oral iron preparation used.

The duration of oral iron therapy.

In which situation does parenteral iron produce a faster hemoglobin response?

In patients with muscle wasting conditions.

In all patients regardless of their condition.

In patients with an adequate oral iron regimen.

In patients with severe renal failure receiving hemodialysis. (correct)

What is a common misconception regarding parenteral iron therapy?

It produces results faster than oral iron in all patients. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary limitation of parenteral iron therapy compared to oral iron for most patients?

Oral iron can be taken at home while parenteral iron requires medical supervision. Signup and view all the answers

What are sodium chloride and glucose solutions primarily indicated for?

Combined water and sodium depletion Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct dosage form range for dextrose monohydrate solutions?

500—1000mL Signup and view all the answers

Which concentration options are available for glucose water solutions?

5%, 10%, and 20% Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding intravenous fluids is accurate?

They can help restore sodium levels. Signup and view all the answers

When might a healthcare provider utilize glucose water?

In cases of combined water and sodium loss Signup and view all the answers

What is the concentration of Hydrocortisone in the Efcortesol preparation mentioned?

2 mg/5 mL Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes the Efcortesol product?

It is available in both ampule and syrup forms. Signup and view all the answers

What dosage form of Hydrocortisone is provided in an ampule according to the information given?

4 mg/mL Signup and view all the answers

If a patient needs to take 10 mg of Hydrocortisone using the syrup form, how many mL of syrup should they take?

25 mL Signup and view all the answers

Which product form has a higher concentration of Hydrocortisone?

Amp. 4 mg/mL Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary side effect associated with sulfonylureas?

Hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

In terms of weight, how much weight gain is typically observed with sulfonylureas?

2 kg Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a side effect of sulfonylureas?

Weight loss Signup and view all the answers

Which of these side effects may occur due to the use of sulfonylureas?

Hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

How does the weight gain associated with sulfonylureas typically compare to other diabetes medications?

Sulfonylureas generally cause moderate weight gain Signup and view all the answers

What is cyproterone acetate primarily used for in men?

Control of libido in severe hypersexuality Signup and view all the answers

What additional medication may be combined with cyproterone acetate for women?

Ethinyl estradiol Signup and view all the answers

When should cyproterone acetate be administered?

After food Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with the use of cyproterone acetate in women?

Reduction of menstrual pain Signup and view all the answers

For what reason might a healthcare provider prescribe cyproterone acetate in men?

To decrease libido due to hypersexuality Signup and view all the answers