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CNS Stimulants Drugs Pharmacology Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following steroids has a powerful sodium retaining effect:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A 33 year old lady with type 2 diabetes mellitus presents in early pregnancy. Which of the following is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following best describes appropriate protocols for withdrawal of glucocorticoids from a patient who has been taking large doses for 6 months?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
The estrogen that is used in most combined hormonal contraceptives is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ethinyl estradiol (choice B) is the synthetic estrogen in most combined oral contraceptives (COCs), paired with progestins for ovulation suppression and cycle control, due to its potency and oral bioavailability. Clomiphene (choice A) induces ovulation, Estrone (choice C) is weaker and not used, Norgestrel (choice D) is a progestin. Ethinyl estradiol's widespread use reflects its efficacy in contraception, critical for understanding COC pharmacology and patient counseling.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following conditions is an indication for the use of raloxifene?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Raloxifene (choice D), a SERM, prevents postmenopausal osteoporosis by acting as an estrogen agonist on bone, increasing density, and antagonist on breast/uterus. Renal failure (choice A), hypoparathyroidism (choice B), and intestinal osteodystrophy (choice C) involve different therapies. Osteoporosis is its primary indication.