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Endocrine Pharmacology Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following effects most likely occurred after a few days of therapy with a testosterone patch for adult-onset hypogonadism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because testosterone therapy for adult-onset hypogonadism typically suppresses the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, leading to reduced LH secretion. This is due to negative feedback inhibition by the exogenous testosterone. Enhanced LH secretion is not expected. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as testosterone therapy does not directly impact clotting factors synthesis, bone marrow stem cell growth, or erythropoietin synthesis.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following drugs would be appropriate to include in the therapeutic management of this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Calcitriol. This patient likely has a calcium deficiency, as calcitriol is the active form of vitamin D that helps regulate calcium levels in the body. It would be appropriate for managing this condition. B: Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic used to treat high blood pressure and edema, not calcium deficiency. C: Sodium fluoride is used to prevent tooth decay, not for treating calcium deficiency. D: Triamterene is a diuretic that works by increasing potassium excretion, not relevant for treating a calcium deficiency.
Question 3 of 5
A 27-year-old woman with amenorrhea, infertility, and galactorrhea was treated with a drug that successful restored ovulation and menstruation. Before being given the drug, the woman was carefully questioned about previous mental health problems, which she did not have. She was advised to take the drug orally. The drug used to treat this patient was probably.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following drugs is least likely to be used as part of a controlled ovarian hyperstimulation protocol?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
When initiating thyroxine therapy for an elderly patient with long-standing hypothyroidism, it is important to begin with small doses to avoid
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.