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What is the standard of care for long-term treatment of hypothyroidism?
What is the standard of care for long-term treatment of hypothyroidism?
- Increasing the dose if symptoms worsen
- Taking the medication in the evening before bed
- Taking the medication in the morning on an empty stomach (correct)
- Changing brands frequently to prevent tolerance
Which adverse effect is more likely to occur in elderly individuals or those with heart disease when taking thyroid drugs?
Which adverse effect is more likely to occur in elderly individuals or those with heart disease when taking thyroid drugs?
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Cardiovascular events (correct)
- Respiratory complications
- Central nervous system side effects
What is a black box warning associated with antithyroid drugs like propylthiouracil (PTU)?
What is a black box warning associated with antithyroid drugs like propylthiouracil (PTU)?
- Severe liver injury or acute liver failure (correct)
- Severe kidney injury
- Respiratory depression
- Hypertensive crisis
Which condition warrants caution when using antithyroid drugs like propylthiouracil (PTU)?
Which condition warrants caution when using antithyroid drugs like propylthiouracil (PTU)?
What is a nursing implication for patients taking antithyroid drugs like propylthiouracil (PTU)?
What is a nursing implication for patients taking antithyroid drugs like propylthiouracil (PTU)?
What should be monitored in patients taking antithyroid drugs like propylthiouracil (PTU) due to possible hematologic effects?
What should be monitored in patients taking antithyroid drugs like propylthiouracil (PTU) due to possible hematologic effects?
What is the primary reason for using alternate day therapy with corticosteroids?
What is the primary reason for using alternate day therapy with corticosteroids?
Which condition is NOT typically treated with corticosteroids according to the text?
Which condition is NOT typically treated with corticosteroids according to the text?
What are some of the musculoskeletal effects associated with prolonged corticosteroid use?
What are some of the musculoskeletal effects associated with prolonged corticosteroid use?
Which of the following is a common integumentary effect of corticosteroid therapy?
Which of the following is a common integumentary effect of corticosteroid therapy?
What CNS symptom might a patient experience due to corticosteroid therapy?
What CNS symptom might a patient experience due to corticosteroid therapy?
Which of the following is a cardiovascular symptom associated with corticosteroid use?
Which of the following is a cardiovascular symptom associated with corticosteroid use?
What is the main purpose of glucocorticoids?
What is the main purpose of glucocorticoids?
In which condition would a patient most likely need glucocorticoids?
In which condition would a patient most likely need glucocorticoids?
Why is it important to schedule corticosteroids appropriately?
Why is it important to schedule corticosteroids appropriately?
What is one of the adverse effects of glucocorticoids?
What is one of the adverse effects of glucocorticoids?
When might a patient need glucocorticoids for respiratory issues?
When might a patient need glucocorticoids for respiratory issues?
What is the primary mechanism of action of glucocorticoids?
What is the primary mechanism of action of glucocorticoids?
What is the function of stress doses in patients with adrenocortical insufficiency?
What is the function of stress doses in patients with adrenocortical insufficiency?
Which adverse effect is associated with drugs used to treat Cushing's syndrome?
Which adverse effect is associated with drugs used to treat Cushing's syndrome?
What is the mechanism of action of ketoconazole in treating Cushing's syndrome?
What is the mechanism of action of ketoconazole in treating Cushing's syndrome?
Why should PO doses of ketoconazole be taken with food?
Why should PO doses of ketoconazole be taken with food?
What should be taught to patients receiving drugs for adrenal gland disorders regarding their treatment?
What should be taught to patients receiving drugs for adrenal gland disorders regarding their treatment?
Which endocrine effect is associated with stress doses in patients with adrenocortical insufficiency?
Which endocrine effect is associated with stress doses in patients with adrenocortical insufficiency?
Which drug acts to decrease capillary permeability and increase retention of sodium and water?
Which drug acts to decrease capillary permeability and increase retention of sodium and water?
What is the black box warning associated with drugs used to treat Addison's disease?
What is the black box warning associated with drugs used to treat Addison's disease?
What is the mechanism of action of desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) in treating neurogenic diabetes insipidus?
What is the mechanism of action of desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) in treating neurogenic diabetes insipidus?
Which drug is used to inhibit gonadotropin, thereby decreasing testosterone and estrogen?
Which drug is used to inhibit gonadotropin, thereby decreasing testosterone and estrogen?
What is the primary use of calcium preparations such as calcium carbonate (Tums)?
What is the primary use of calcium preparations such as calcium carbonate (Tums)?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating skeletal, muscle, and organ growth?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating skeletal, muscle, and organ growth?
Which drug is used for acromegaly and works by inhibiting serotonin, GH, and insulin?
Which drug is used for acromegaly and works by inhibiting serotonin, GH, and insulin?
What is the main side effect associated with vitamin D supplementation?
What is the main side effect associated with vitamin D supplementation?
What is the primary use of somatropin in drug therapy?
What is the primary use of somatropin in drug therapy?
What is the key role of calcitriol in bone metabolism and calcium regulation?
What is the key role of calcitriol in bone metabolism and calcium regulation?
