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Quiz____?

Which of the following are expected side effects of corticosteroid therapy?



A) Hyperglycemia

B) Osteoporosis

C) Weight loss

D) Increased risk of infection -

Answer✓✓

C) Weight loss



Weight gain is usually associated with corticosteroid therapy.




Quiz____?

Your patient is being treated for hyperthyroidism. Which of the following are NOT indicated

during your assessment?



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, A) Auscultation of the thyroid

B) Palpation of the thyroid

C) Heart Rate

D) Asking about any recent GI issues (vomiting, diarrhea) -

Answer✓✓

B) Palpation of the thyroid



It is contraindicated to palpate an enlarged thyroid, due to risk of causing thyroid storm.




Quiz____?

When the body senses an overproduction of a certain hormone, it signals to to stop further

production. What is this process called?



A) Positive feedback

B) Negative feedback

C) Homeostasis

D) Biostimulation -

Answer✓✓

B) Negative feedback




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, Quiz____?

In type 1 diabetes mellitus, which cells are destroyed by body's own T cells?



A) Beta cells

B) Delta Cells

C) Pancreatic epithelial cells

D) Alpha cells -

Answer✓✓

A) Beta cells




Quiz____?

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of type 1 diabetes mellitus?



A) Increased hunger

B) Weight gain

C) Excessive thirst

D) Frequent urination -

Answer✓✓

B) Weight gain




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