Rosh Review Endocrinology Flashcards

1
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What thyroid disorder predisposes to the development of hyperprolactinemia?

A

Hypothyroidism

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2
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What patients are at high risk for amiodarone-induced hypothyroidism?

A

Patients with underlying autoimmune thyroid disease.

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3
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Which pancreatic cells secrete glucagon?

A

Alpha cells

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4
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For the purposes of the ABIM internal medicine exam; should the patient get PTU or methimazole for thyroid storm?

A

PTU

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5
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How can bile acid sequestrants lower thyroid hormone levels in patients with thyroid storm?

A

They interfere with the enterohepatic circulation and recycling of thyroid hormone

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