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Endocrine Pharmacology Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following may help alleviate symptoms associated with prostatic hyperplasia EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In this question about medications for prostatic hyperplasia, the correct answer is A) Clonidine. Clonidine is not used to alleviate symptoms associated with prostatic hyperplasia; it is primarily a centrally acting alpha-2 adrenergic agonist used to treat hypertension and certain other conditions. The incorrect options are B) Tamsulosin, C) Doxazosin, and D) Finasteride. Tamsulosin and Doxazosin are alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blockers that are commonly used in the treatment of prostatic hyperplasia by relaxing smooth muscle in the prostate and bladder neck, thereby improving urinary symptoms. Finasteride, on the other hand, is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that helps reduce the size of the prostate gland by inhibiting the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone. Educational Context: Understanding the mechanisms of action of different medications used in the treatment of prostatic hyperplasia is crucial for healthcare professionals, especially those working in fields like urology and primary care. Knowing which medications are indicated for specific conditions, and which are contraindicated, ensures safe and effective patient care. This knowledge also helps in making informed decisions about treatment plans and potential drug interactions.
Question 2 of 5
The following may cause hypercalcaemia:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
For patients who have been on long-term therapy with a glucocorticoid and who now wish to discontinue the drug, gradual tapering of the glucocorticoid is needed to allow recovery of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
All of the following conditions are causes of hypothyroidism except
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A 29-year-old man with a family history of heart disease presents to his primary care physician for a routine checkup. A lipid profile on a blood draw reveals high LDL and low HDL. One way to decrease the amount of LDL in the blood is to hinder the liver's ability for de novo cholesterol synthesis. Which of the following drugs blocks de novo cholesterol synthesis in hepatocytes?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.