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What is the primary mechanism of action of glucocorticoid drugs in reducing inflammation?
What is the primary mechanism of action of glucocorticoid drugs in reducing inflammation?
- Inhibiting the production of cytokines
- Inhibiting the activity of phospholipase A2 (correct)
- Inducing the production of anti-inflammatory proteins
- Reducing the expression of inflammatory genes
What is the main physiological action of cortisol?
What is the main physiological action of cortisol?
- Modulating the immune response (correct)
- Regulating blood sugar levels
- Regulating electrolyte balance
- Maintaining blood pressure
What is the primary reason for administering glucocorticoid supplementation prior to dental procedures?
What is the primary reason for administering glucocorticoid supplementation prior to dental procedures?
- To prevent adrenal crisis (correct)
- To reduce anxiety
- To reduce inflammation
- To prevent infection
What is the half-life of short-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the half-life of short-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the hormone that stimulates cortisol release from the adrenal gland?
What is the hormone that stimulates cortisol release from the adrenal gland?
What is the most potent glucocorticoid drug?
What is the most potent glucocorticoid drug?
What is the primary cause of primary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary cause of primary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the ideal glucocorticoid dosing?
What is the ideal glucocorticoid dosing?
When is cortisol release typically the highest?
When is cortisol release typically the highest?
What is the purpose of glucocorticoid supplementation in minor dental procedures?
What is the purpose of glucocorticoid supplementation in minor dental procedures?
What is a side effect of long-term glucocorticoid use?
What is a side effect of long-term glucocorticoid use?
What is the difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the function of cortisol in the body?
What is the function of cortisol in the body?
What is the mechanism of action of glucocorticoid drugs in reducing inflammation?
What is the mechanism of action of glucocorticoid drugs in reducing inflammation?
What is the purpose of preoperative management for dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the purpose of preoperative management for dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the effect of glucocorticoid drugs on the immune system?
What is the effect of glucocorticoid drugs on the immune system?
What is the most common adverse effect of glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the most common adverse effect of glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the purpose of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the purpose of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the effect of cortisol on the immune system?
What is the effect of cortisol on the immune system?
What is the primary cause of adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary cause of adrenal insufficiency?
What is the purpose of preoperative management for dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the purpose of preoperative management for dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the effect of long-term glucocorticoid use?
What is the effect of long-term glucocorticoid use?
What is the half-life of intermediate-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the half-life of intermediate-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
For what dental procedures is glucocorticoid supplementation typically required?
For what dental procedures is glucocorticoid supplementation typically required?
What is the primary effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the primary effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the primary cause of secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary cause of secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary action of cortisol on the immune system?
What is the primary action of cortisol on the immune system?
What is the purpose of preoperative management for dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the purpose of preoperative management for dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary effect of long-term glucocorticoid use?
What is the primary effect of long-term glucocorticoid use?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the purpose of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the purpose of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the primary benefit of glucocorticoid supplementation in dental procedures?
What is the primary benefit of glucocorticoid supplementation in dental procedures?
What is the primary characteristic of short-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the primary characteristic of short-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the primary cause of adrenal insufficiency in patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary cause of adrenal insufficiency in patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the primary effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary action of cortisol on the immune system?
What is the primary action of cortisol on the immune system?
What is the primary reason for preoperative management of dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary reason for preoperative management of dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary benefit of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the primary benefit of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the primary goal of glucocorticoid supplementation in dental procedures?
What is the primary goal of glucocorticoid supplementation in dental procedures?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary action of cortisol on the immune system?
What is the primary action of cortisol on the immune system?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary effect of long-term glucocorticoid use?
What is the primary effect of long-term glucocorticoid use?
What is the primary benefit of preoperative management for dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary benefit of preoperative management for dental patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary characteristic of short-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the primary characteristic of short-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the primary cause of adrenal insufficiency in patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary cause of adrenal insufficiency in patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary benefit of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the primary benefit of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the primary hormonal stimulus for cortisol release from the adrenal gland?
What is the primary hormonal stimulus for cortisol release from the adrenal gland?
What is the primary mechanism by which cortisol exerts its anti-inflammatory effects?
What is the primary mechanism by which cortisol exerts its anti-inflammatory effects?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary indication for glucocorticoid therapy in dental patients?
What is the primary characteristic of short-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the primary characteristic of short-acting glucocorticoid drugs?
What is the primary cause of adrenal insufficiency in patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary cause of adrenal insufficiency in patients taking corticosteroids?
What is the primary effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the primary effect of cortisol on blood pressure?
What is the primary goal of glucocorticoid supplementation in dental procedures?
What is the primary goal of glucocorticoid supplementation in dental procedures?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary difference between primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary benefit of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
What is the primary benefit of glucocorticoid supplementation in moderate and major dental procedures?
