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Midterm Lonnn Quiz Flashcards

1
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Growth hormone is also known as

A

Somatotropin

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2
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GH is released from the

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Anterior Pituitary

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3
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Gold standard for the diagnosis of GH deficiency

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Insulin hypoglycemia test

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4
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Hirsutism is an effect of high levels of

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Androgen

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5
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The following are complications a patient with PCOS is at risk for except

Cancer | Diabetes | Obesity | NOTA

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NOTA

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6
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If one hormonal pill was missed, more than 24 hours of the scheduled dose, the missed dose and the dose for the day will be taken together on the same day.

True/ False

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True

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7
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According to ADA, a fasting blood glucose of 115mg/dL id classified as

Prediabetes | Normal | Diabetes Stage 1 | Diabetes Stage 2

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Prediabetes

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Insulin is released from the

Adipocytes | Adrenal | Alpha cells | Beta cells

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Beta cells

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9
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First line treatment for T2DM

Gliclazide | Insulin | Metformin | Sitagliptin

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Metformin

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10
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its MOA is to inhibit glucose reabsorption in the kidneys

its MOA is to inhibit glucose reabsorption in the kidneys

Dapagliflozin | Gliclazide | Metformin | Sitagliptin

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Dapagliflozin

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11
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The following are manifestations of hypothyroidism except

Cold intolerance | Constipation | Tachycardia | Weight gain

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Tachycardia

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Decreased T3, Decreased T4, Increased TSH

Primary hypothyroidism | Primary hyperthyroidism | Secondary hypothyroidism | Secondary hyperthyroidism

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Primary hypothyroidism

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13
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Secondary hypothyroidism is due to a problem in the

Anterior pituitary | Hypothalamus | Parathyroid Gland| Thyroid Gland

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Anterior pituitary

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14
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The following would require increase in the dose of LT4 except

Aging l Cirrhosis | Critical illness | Fiber

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Aging

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15
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DOC for most hyperthyroidism cases

Aging l MMI | PTU | RAI | AOTA

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MMI

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16
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Gluccocorticoids are released from the

Zona Esciculata | Zona Glomerulosa | Zona Reticularis| AOTA

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Zona Esciculata

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17
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Treatment of choice for Cushing syndrome

Hydrocortison Prednisone | Spironolactone | Surgery

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Surgery

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18
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ACTH is also known

Corticotropin l Cortisol | Cortisone | Progesterone

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Corticotropin

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18
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ACTH is also known

Corticotropin l Cortisol | Cortisone | Progesterone

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Corticotropin

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19
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DMARDs should be initiated as soon as a diagnosis of RA is made since they have a very fast onset of action, so discomfort will be alleviated immediately.

True/False

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False

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20
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The following are known factors that may contribute to the development of RA except

Chronic Illness | Environment | Genetics | Hormones

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Environment

21
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The progression of rheumatoid arthritis is driven by

B lymphocytes | Leukocytes | T lymphocytes | TNF

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B lymphocytes

22
Q

Leading cause of chronic mobility disability

Gouty Arthritis
Osteoporosis
OA
RA

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OA

23
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Like RA, OA also has an unknown cause and would affect women more than men.

T/F

A

True

24
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OA has a more rapid onset compared to RA

True/ False

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False

25
Q

Primary gout is caused by increased uric acid production.

True|False

A

True

26
Q

These can be given for acute gout attacks except

Allopurinol | Colchicine | NSAIDs | Prednisone

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Allopurinol

27
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Uricosuric agent

Allopurinol | Colchicine | Febuxostat | Probenecid

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Probenecid

28
Q

Osteoporosis may be associated with chronic illness.

T/F

A

True

29
Q

If drug treatment is necessary, what would be the first line for osteoporosis?

Alendronate | Calcitonin | Denosumab | Raloxifene

A

Alendronate

30
Q

The following are adverse effects associated with bisphosphonates given PD except

Dyspepsia | Esophageal pain | Hypocalcemia | Nausea

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Dyspepsia

31
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Secondary conditions that may cause hyperlipidemias, except:

CHF | DM | Hyperthyroidism | Renal disease | NOTA

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CHF

32
Q

patient is being started on statin therapy. What should be considered choosing which statin to use?

Cost
Efficacy in reducing LDL-C
Safety
AOTA
NOTA

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Efficacy in reducing LDL-C

33
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LDL cholesterol: 130-159 mg/dL

Optimal
Above optimal
Borderline high
High
Very high

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Borderline high

34
Q

Fenolibrate most likely acts by:

A. binding PPARalpha receptors in liver and brown adipose tissue
B. Inhibiting cholesterol uptake from the small intestine
C. inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase
D. sequestering bile acids in the small intestine

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A. binding PPARalpha receptors in liver and brown adipo issue

35
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LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol because

A. It can cause blockage in the arteries
B. It causes low blood counts
C. It changes heart rhythm
D. AOTA

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A. It can cause blockage in the arteries

36
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In addition to treatment with statin medications, which of the following drug classes has been proven to reduce cardiovascular mortality from hyperlipidemia?

A. Bile acid sequestrants
B. Cholesterol absorption inhibitors
C. Dietary supplements
D. Nicotinic acid

A

A. Bile acid sequestrants

37
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Which of the following indicates an optimal LDL?

A. Greater than 190 mg/dL
B. Greater than 60 mg/dL
C. Less than 100 mg/dl.
D. Less than 40 mg/dL

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C. Less than 100 mg/dl.

38
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Baseline laboratory test required before statin treatment

A. Complete blood cell count
B. Creatinine clearance
C. Liver function test
D. Serum creatinine

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C. Liver function test

39
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The following are all major risk factors (Exclusive of LDL Cholesterol) that modify LDL goals except:

A. Age (men 245 years; women ≥55 years)
B. Family history of premature CHD; CHD in male first degree relative
C. High fat diet
D. Hypertension (BP ≥140/90 mmHg or on
antihypertensive medication)
E. Low HDL cholesterol

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E. Low HDL cholesterol

40
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Which drug produces Hypopigmentation?

Azelaic acid | Benzoyl Peroxide | Salicylic acid l AOTA

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Azelaic acid

41
Q

Acne may be inflammatory or noninflammatory and can manifest as several types of lesions. Noninflammatory acne is

characterized by comedones. Comedones are characterized by which of the following?

A. Bacterial colonization of follicles
B. Follicular plugging with keratinocytes
C. Free fatty acids on follicular epithelium
D. Sebaceous plugs impacted within follicles

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D. Sebaceous plugs impacted within follicles

42
Q

A patient diagnosed as having drug-induced acne, what id the most likely drug?

Benzyl peroxide | Carbamazepine | Uthium | Metformin

A

Carbamazepine

43
Q

A woman is considered to be in menopause after she has missed how many menstrual cycles?

3
6
9
12

A

12

44
Q

Which of the following is the most effective treatment for relieving symptoms associated with menopause?

Acupuncture
Black cohosh
Hormone therapy
Low-dose paroxetine

A

Hormone therapy

45
Q

Atopic dermatitis is also often called:

Acne | Eczma | Pimples | Psoriasis

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Eczema

46
Q

Psoriasis is exabated by

Antimalarials | Betablockers | Filgrastim| AOTA | NOTA

A

Betablockers

47
Q

Psoriasis is characterized by all the following except:

A. Always associated with nail infection
B. Definite pink plaque with clear margin
C. In children disappears in 2 weeks to reappear again
D. Involves knees and elbows

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A. Always associated with nail infection

48
Q

Triggers that may exacerbate atopic dermats include which of these?

Dry conditions | Hot or cold temperature | Stress l AOTA

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AOTA

49
Q

Most common site of atopic dermatitis

Ante cubital fossa | Face | Scalp Trunk

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Ante cubital fossa

50
Q

Cholestyramine

A. Biled sequestrants
B. Cholesterol absorption inhibitors
C. Dietary supplements
D. HMG-CoA Inhibitor

A

A. Biled sequestrants

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