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Endocrine Pharmacology NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The drug of choice for hypoparathyroidism is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vitamin D increases calcium absorption, treating hypoparathyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
Feminization is not a side effect of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mesterolone has minimal aromatization to estrogen, avoiding feminization.
Question 3 of 5
Angiotensin increases peripheral resistance by
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Angiotensin II increases resistance via all these mechanisms.
Question 4 of 5
A 17-year-old woman is admitted comatose with diabetic ketoacidosis. The following is accepted as 'standard of care':
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Standard care for DKA includes IV fluids (more aggressive than 500 mL/2h), IV insulin (not subcutaneous), and monitoring. Bicarbonate is reserved for pH < 6.9, and catheterization/aspiration are not routine.
Question 5 of 5
all are thru except: 'Glitazones' (e.g. pioglitazone and rosiglitazone):
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glitazones act via PPARγ, reduce insulin resistance, and cause weight gain/fluid retention. They're for type 2 diabetes, not type 1, and have a slow onset.