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Which receptors must form a complex of proteins to be activated?
Which receptors must form a complex of proteins to be activated?
- ER-alpha
- ER-beta
- ERE
- Estrogen receptors on plasma membranes (correct)
Which of the following is a clinical use of estrogens?
Which of the following is a clinical use of estrogens?
- Prevention of plaque formation
- Suppression of postpartum lactation (correct)
- Reduction of breast cancer risk
- Treatment of migraines
Which of the following is an adverse effect of estrogens?
Which of the following is an adverse effect of estrogens?
- Hyperpigmentation (correct)
- Nausea
- Breast tenderness
- Migraine headaches
Which of the following is a native estrogen with selective actions in tissues (NEST)?
Which of the following is a native estrogen with selective actions in tissues (NEST)?
Which of the following is an effect of estrogen on the cardiovascular system?
Which of the following is an effect of estrogen on the cardiovascular system?
Which of the following is NOT a nuclear ER effect?
Which of the following is NOT a nuclear ER effect?
Which hormone is the major secretory product of the ovary?
Which hormone is the major secretory product of the ovary?
During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the corpus luteum secrete estrogen and progesterone?
During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the corpus luteum secrete estrogen and progesterone?
Which hormone is a precursor for estrogens in the luteal phase?
Which hormone is a precursor for estrogens in the luteal phase?
Which synthetic estrogen is the primary estrogen used in oral contraceptives?
Which synthetic estrogen is the primary estrogen used in oral contraceptives?
Which synthetic estrogen is 50% less potent than ethinyl estradiol?
Which synthetic estrogen is 50% less potent than ethinyl estradiol?
Which natural estrogen has a long half-life of 24-28 hours?
Which natural estrogen has a long half-life of 24-28 hours?
Which hormone is converted in the liver to estrone and estriol?
Which hormone is converted in the liver to estrone and estriol?
Which of the following is a characteristic of tamoxifen as a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)?
Which of the following is a characteristic of tamoxifen as a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)?
Which of the following is a characteristic of raloxifene as a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)?
Which of the following is a characteristic of raloxifene as a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)?
Which of the following is a characteristic of clomiphene as a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)?
Which of the following is a characteristic of clomiphene as a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)?
Which of the following is a characteristic of natural progesterone?
Which of the following is a characteristic of natural progesterone?
Which of the following is a characteristic of synthetic progestins with androgenic activity?
Which of the following is a characteristic of synthetic progestins with androgenic activity?
How are progestins given to stimulate or maintain pregnancy during the luteal phase?
How are progestins given to stimulate or maintain pregnancy during the luteal phase?
How are progestins given to prevent pregnancy during the follicular phase?
How are progestins given to prevent pregnancy during the follicular phase?
Which of the following is a function of progestin alone?
Which of the following is a function of progestin alone?
Which of the following is a use of progestin?
Which of the following is a use of progestin?
Which of the following is a chronic effect of combination agents on ovarian function?
Which of the following is a chronic effect of combination agents on ovarian function?
Which of the following is a mild adverse effect of estrogen-containing agents?
Which of the following is a mild adverse effect of estrogen-containing agents?
Which of the following is a moderate adverse effect of combination agents?
Which of the following is a moderate adverse effect of combination agents?
Which of the following is a severe adverse effect of estrogen-containing agents?
Which of the following is a severe adverse effect of estrogen-containing agents?
What is the pH range of PhexxiTM, a contraceptive vaginal gel?
What is the pH range of PhexxiTM, a contraceptive vaginal gel?
What is the efficacy of PhexxiTM with 'typical use'?
What is the efficacy of PhexxiTM with 'typical use'?
Which of the following is an adverse effect of PhexxiTM?
Which of the following is an adverse effect of PhexxiTM?
