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What are the three estrogens commonly found in oral contraceptive pills?
What are the three estrogens commonly found in oral contraceptive pills?
- Estradiol, Estriol, Estrone
- Estradiol, Ethinyl estradiol, Estropipate (correct)
- Ethinyl estradiol, Mestranol, Estropipate
- Estriol, Ethinyl estradiol, Estropipate
What are the unique properties of Beyaz and Safyral among combination oral contraceptives?
What are the unique properties of Beyaz and Safyral among combination oral contraceptives?
- Higher progestin content
- Include a folic acid supplement (correct)
- Contain a diuretic component
- Lower estrogen content
How is Nuvaring typically used as a contraceptive method?
How is Nuvaring typically used as a contraceptive method?
- Oral administration
- Intravenous injection
- Subcutaneous implantation
- Vaginal insertion (correct)
What is the primary drawback of progestin-only contraceptives?
What is the primary drawback of progestin-only contraceptives?
What are the indications of prostaglandins in a medical context?
What are the indications of prostaglandins in a medical context?
What are the rare side effects associated with phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE-5) inhibitors?
What are the rare side effects associated with phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE-5) inhibitors?
What is a potential risk associated with using Canagliflozin for diabetes?
What is a potential risk associated with using Canagliflozin for diabetes?
Which medication is contraindicated in gestational diabetes?
Which medication is contraindicated in gestational diabetes?
What is the appropriate Levothyroxine dosage for Stacy, a 30-year-old with elevated TSH and low Free T4 weighing 100 lbs?
What is the appropriate Levothyroxine dosage for Stacy, a 30-year-old with elevated TSH and low Free T4 weighing 100 lbs?
Which medication is typically used to treat symptomatic hyperthyroidism in the first trimester of pregnancy?
Which medication is typically used to treat symptomatic hyperthyroidism in the first trimester of pregnancy?
What potential issue should Jane, a type 1 diabetic taking a beta blocker, be aware of?
What potential issue should Jane, a type 1 diabetic taking a beta blocker, be aware of?
What interval is considered optimal for reassessing TSH after adjusting Levothyroxine dosage?
What interval is considered optimal for reassessing TSH after adjusting Levothyroxine dosage?
What is the main purpose of combining levomefolate with estrogen and progestin in certain oral contraceptive pills?
What is the main purpose of combining levomefolate with estrogen and progestin in certain oral contraceptive pills?
What unique components does Natazia contain?
What unique components does Natazia contain?
Which oral contraceptive pill component does not cause potassium retention?
Which oral contraceptive pill component does not cause potassium retention?
What is the onset of success within 21 days after taking Next Choice emergency contraceptive pills?
What is the onset of success within 21 days after taking Next Choice emergency contraceptive pills?
Which component is common in all Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)?
Which component is common in all Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)?
What was the main reason for developing Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)?
What was the main reason for developing Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)?
'Duavee' is a combination drug used for what purpose?
'Duavee' is a combination drug used for what purpose?
'Premature epiphyseal closure' is a potential side effect associated with the therapeutic use of which hormone?
'Premature epiphyseal closure' is a potential side effect associated with the therapeutic use of which hormone?
'Edema caused from retention of salt and water' is a known side effect of which hormone therapy?
'Edema caused from retention of salt and water' is a known side effect of which hormone therapy?
'Reducing HDL and increasing LDL cholesterol levels' is an adverse effect known for which therapy?
'Reducing HDL and increasing LDL cholesterol levels' is an adverse effect known for which therapy?
What is the primary route of excretion for Methimazole?
What is the primary route of excretion for Methimazole?
In a person with a Sulfa allergy, which medication should be used with caution?
In a person with a Sulfa allergy, which medication should be used with caution?
What is the most common adverse effect associated with the use of alpha-glucosidase inhibitors?
What is the most common adverse effect associated with the use of alpha-glucosidase inhibitors?
For an elderly person compared to a young adult, what is the approximate difference in the Levothyroxine dose needed?
For an elderly person compared to a young adult, what is the approximate difference in the Levothyroxine dose needed?
Which medication should be monitored for ALT levels?
Which medication should be monitored for ALT levels?
What is the main reason women discontinue progestin-only pills?
What is the main reason women discontinue progestin-only pills?
What is the mechanism of action of alpha adrenergic agents?
What is the mechanism of action of alpha adrenergic agents?
What is not a possible side effect of Testosterone therapy?
What is not a possible side effect of Testosterone therapy?
What should John, a type 1 diabetic having his wisdom teeth removed, do with his insulin regime?
What should John, a type 1 diabetic having his wisdom teeth removed, do with his insulin regime?
What is the effect of iodine on the thyroid gland?
What is the effect of iodine on the thyroid gland?
Which drug is specifically mentioned to not activate estrogen receptors in the endometrium?
Which drug is specifically mentioned to not activate estrogen receptors in the endometrium?
What is the principal difference between tamoxifen and raloxifene?
What is the principal difference between tamoxifen and raloxifene?
Which drug combines estrogen with an estrogen agonist/antagonist?
Which drug combines estrogen with an estrogen agonist/antagonist?
What is the primary noncontraceptive use of progestins?
What is the primary noncontraceptive use of progestins?
What are the adverse effects associated with progesterone use?
What are the adverse effects associated with progesterone use?
Which drug produces hot flashes due to blocking estrogen receptors?
Which drug produces hot flashes due to blocking estrogen receptors?
What is the purpose of cyclic therapy in the treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding?
What is the purpose of cyclic therapy in the treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding?
Which progestin can induce menstrual flow in selected women experiencing amenorrhea?
Which progestin can induce menstrual flow in selected women experiencing amenorrhea?
Which hormone helps maintain the uterus throughout pregnancy?
Which hormone helps maintain the uterus throughout pregnancy?
What is a significant risk associated with receptor activation by tamoxifen?
What is a significant risk associated with receptor activation by tamoxifen?
Which progestin is specifically approved for preventing preterm birth in women with a singleton pregnancy and a history of preterm delivery?
Which progestin is specifically approved for preventing preterm birth in women with a singleton pregnancy and a history of preterm delivery?
What is the purpose of a progestin in hormone therapy when used in combination with estrogen?
What is the purpose of a progestin in hormone therapy when used in combination with estrogen?
Which medication was specifically highlighted for the treatment of vasomotor symptoms in menopause?
Which medication was specifically highlighted for the treatment of vasomotor symptoms in menopause?
What condition can endometrial hyperplasia potentially lead to?
What condition can endometrial hyperplasia potentially lead to?
For which condition should nonestrogen treatments be considered carefully before prescribing hormone therapy?
For which condition should nonestrogen treatments be considered carefully before prescribing hormone therapy?
What is the main reason for including a progestin in estrogen/progestin therapy (EPT)?
What is the main reason for including a progestin in estrogen/progestin therapy (EPT)?
Which hormone therapy indication requires reassessment of continued therapy due to symptom subsiding over time?
Which hormone therapy indication requires reassessment of continued therapy due to symptom subsiding over time?
Which antidepressant was specifically mentioned for reducing the frequency and severity of hot flashes?
Which antidepressant was specifically mentioned for reducing the frequency and severity of hot flashes?
What is the key reason for using physiologic doses of estrogen in hormone therapy?
What is the key reason for using physiologic doses of estrogen in hormone therapy?
What should be avoided in hormone therapy according to the text?
What should be avoided in hormone therapy according to the text?
What is the ratio of levothyroxine to liothyronine in Armour?
What is the ratio of levothyroxine to liothyronine in Armour?
What is the therapeutic use of Methimazole and Propylthiouracil?
What is the therapeutic use of Methimazole and Propylthiouracil?
What is the main effect of Radioactive Iodine on the thyroid?
What is the main effect of Radioactive Iodine on the thyroid?
What is the diagnostic use of Radioactive Iodine?
What is the diagnostic use of Radioactive Iodine?
What are the metabolic actions of Estrogen mentioned in the text?
What are the metabolic actions of Estrogen mentioned in the text?
What adverse effect is associated with Estrogen therapy?
What adverse effect is associated with Estrogen therapy?
In what noncontraceptive use is estrogen most commonly used postmenopause?
In what noncontraceptive use is estrogen most commonly used postmenopause?
What route of administration is NOT mentioned for Estrogen in the text?
What route of administration is NOT mentioned for Estrogen in the text?
What is the peak duration of Glulisine (Apidra) insulin?
What is the peak duration of Glulisine (Apidra) insulin?
Which insulin medication comes in 10 ml vials with 1000 units per 28 days after opening?
Which insulin medication comes in 10 ml vials with 1000 units per 28 days after opening?
What technology do insulin pumps use to account for basal insulin needs throughout the day?
What technology do insulin pumps use to account for basal insulin needs throughout the day?
Why is it advised to counsel patients on the specific needles required for U-500 insulin?
Why is it advised to counsel patients on the specific needles required for U-500 insulin?
What is the main reason for refrigerating insulin medications until opening?
What is the main reason for refrigerating insulin medications until opening?
In giving insulin shots, why is it important to hold for 5-10 seconds after injecting?
In giving insulin shots, why is it important to hold for 5-10 seconds after injecting?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Metformin?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Metformin?
What is the most common adverse effect of Metformin?
What is the most common adverse effect of Metformin?
Which diabetic medication is associated with Lipoatrophy?
Which diabetic medication is associated with Lipoatrophy?
What is the primary adverse effect that can result from metformin accumulation in patients with severe renal or liver disease?
What is the primary adverse effect that can result from metformin accumulation in patients with severe renal or liver disease?
Which oral antidiabetic class of drugs is associated with weight loss rather than weight gain?
Which oral antidiabetic class of drugs is associated with weight loss rather than weight gain?
How does Sulfonylureas induce insulin release in the body?
How does Sulfonylureas induce insulin release in the body?
What is the main difference between Lipoatrophy and Lipohypertrophy?
What is the main difference between Lipoatrophy and Lipohypertrophy?
Which diabetic medication is considered a first-line therapy?
Which diabetic medication is considered a first-line therapy?
What should be counseled to a patient experiencing severe gastrointestinal disturbances with Metformin?
What should be counseled to a patient experiencing severe gastrointestinal disturbances with Metformin?
What is the action patients should take 48 hours prior to undergoing a contrast dye procedure while on Metformin?
What is the action patients should take 48 hours prior to undergoing a contrast dye procedure while on Metformin?
What is the key reason behind the inclusion of levomefolate in Beyaz and Safyral oral contraceptive pills?
What is the key reason behind the inclusion of levomefolate in Beyaz and Safyral oral contraceptive pills?
What distinguishes Natazia from other combination oral contraceptives in terms of its components?
What distinguishes Natazia from other combination oral contraceptives in terms of its components?
What is the primary advantage of Natazia over other combination oral contraceptives?
What is the primary advantage of Natazia over other combination oral contraceptives?
When administering Estrogen-progestin contraceptives, what should be done 1 to 2 hours before each dose?
When administering Estrogen-progestin contraceptives, what should be done 1 to 2 hours before each dose?
Which component in Natazia is responsible for undergoing rapid conversion to the predominant endogenous estrogen?
Which component in Natazia is responsible for undergoing rapid conversion to the predominant endogenous estrogen?
What distinguishes Estradiol/levonorgestrel from other combination oral contraceptives?
What distinguishes Estradiol/levonorgestrel from other combination oral contraceptives?
What is the recommended action if a patient misses 1 or 2 oral contraceptive pills during the second or third week of the pack?
What is the recommended action if a patient misses 1 or 2 oral contraceptive pills during the second or third week of the pack?
Which antibiotic is NOT listed as decreasing the effectiveness of oral contraceptives?
Which antibiotic is NOT listed as decreasing the effectiveness of oral contraceptives?
What is the follow-up recommendation for patients who initiate all methods of contraception?
What is the follow-up recommendation for patients who initiate all methods of contraception?
What is essential for a patient using a diaphragm to do prior to each use?
What is essential for a patient using a diaphragm to do prior to each use?
Which contraceptive method has a potential complication related to site reactions including pain, bleeding, and infection?
Which contraceptive method has a potential complication related to site reactions including pain, bleeding, and infection?
What is the recommended monitoring action for patients on estrogen-containing methods of contraception?
What is the recommended monitoring action for patients on estrogen-containing methods of contraception?
What should be done if a diaphragm is placed more than 6 hours before intercourse?
What should be done if a diaphragm is placed more than 6 hours before intercourse?
'St.John’s wort may alter estrogen levels, reducing efficacy or causing breakthrough bleeding.' What type of contraception is most likely affected by this interaction?
'St.John’s wort may alter estrogen levels, reducing efficacy or causing breakthrough bleeding.' What type of contraception is most likely affected by this interaction?
What could be an outcome if a patient with an IUD becomes pregnant?
What could be an outcome if a patient with an IUD becomes pregnant?
What is the recommended procedure for a patient who misses several contraceptive pills during the second or third week of the pack?
What is the recommended procedure for a patient who misses several contraceptive pills during the second or third week of the pack?
What is the initial recommended treatment approach for type 2 diabetes according to the position statement?
What is the initial recommended treatment approach for type 2 diabetes according to the position statement?
In the treatment of type 2 diabetes, when should a three-drug combination regimen be considered?
In the treatment of type 2 diabetes, when should a three-drug combination regimen be considered?
Which of the following drugs is NOT mentioned as a potential second drug to add in step 2 of the treatment approach?
Which of the following drugs is NOT mentioned as a potential second drug to add in step 2 of the treatment approach?
According to the recommendations, what should be added if a three-drug combination inclusive of basal insulin fails to achieve treatment goals?
According to the recommendations, what should be added if a three-drug combination inclusive of basal insulin fails to achieve treatment goals?
When should SGLT-2 inhibitors be avoided in patients according to the text?
When should SGLT-2 inhibitors be avoided in patients according to the text?
If a patient with type 2 diabetes has been on a three-drug combination regimen for 4 months without achieving treatment goals, what is the next recommended step?
If a patient with type 2 diabetes has been on a three-drug combination regimen for 4 months without achieving treatment goals, what is the next recommended step?
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