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Which symptom is associated with the therapeutic response of thyroid drugs?
Which symptom is associated with the therapeutic response of thyroid drugs?
- Decreased energy levels
- Improved mental and physical stamina (correct)
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Increased symptoms of hypothyroidism
What is a manifestation of hypoparathyroidism?
What is a manifestation of hypoparathyroidism?
- Hypercalciuria (kidney stones)
- Hypocalcemia (correct)
- Hypophosphatemia
- Hypercalcemia
What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?
What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?
- Regulating sodium and potassium levels
- Secreting glucocorticoids
- Feedback regulation of hormone secretion
- Secreting catecholamines (correct)
What does oversecretion of the adrenal gland lead to?
What does oversecretion of the adrenal gland lead to?
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What is the primary treatment for Addison's disease?
What is the primary treatment for Addison's disease?
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What are the indications for steroid use?
What are the indications for steroid use?
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In which condition would cautious use of glucocorticoids be necessary?
In which condition would cautious use of glucocorticoids be necessary?
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What is an adverse effect of glucocorticoids on the cardiovascular system?
What is an adverse effect of glucocorticoids on the cardiovascular system?
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Which symptom is associated with the adverse effects of glucocorticoids in the central nervous system?
Which symptom is associated with the adverse effects of glucocorticoids in the central nervous system?
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What is the primary function of mineralocorticoids?
What is the primary function of mineralocorticoids?
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What is a potential indication for the inhalation administration of glucocorticoids?
What is a potential indication for the inhalation administration of glucocorticoids?
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What does pheochromocytoma secrete?
What does pheochromocytoma secrete?
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