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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?

<p>It produces results faster than oral iron in all patients. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Oral iron can be taken at home while parenteral iron requires medical supervision. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are sodium chloride and glucose solutions primarily indicated for?

<p>Combined water and sodium depletion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>500—1000mL (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which concentration options are available for glucose water solutions?

<p>5%, 10%, and 20% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding intravenous fluids is accurate?

<p>They can help restore sodium levels. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When might a healthcare provider utilize glucose water?

<p>In cases of combined water and sodium loss (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>2 mg/5 mL (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes the Efcortesol product?

<p>It is available in both ampule and syrup forms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>4 mg/mL (B)</p> 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?

<p>25 mL (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which product form has a higher concentration of Hydrocortisone?

<p>Amp. 4 mg/mL (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary side effect associated with sulfonylureas?

<p>Hypoglycemia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>2 kg (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Weight loss (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Hypoglycemia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Sulfonylureas generally cause moderate weight gain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is cyproterone acetate primarily used for in men?

<p>Control of libido in severe hypersexuality (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Ethinyl estradiol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should cyproterone acetate be administered?

<p>After food (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Reduction of menstrual pain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To decrease libido due to hypersexuality (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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