Question 1

The thiazolidinediones work by _________.

Accepted Answer

A)   increasing insulin production and by improving peripheral insulin activity
B)   delaying digestion of complex carbohydrates
C)   decreasing hepatic glucose output and enhancing insulin sensitivity in the muscles
D)   stimulating the beta cells of the pancreas to produce insulin
E)   decreasing insulin resistance/improving sensitivity to insulin in muscle and adipose tissue

Question 2

Short-acting insulins ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)   onset in 10-30 minutes and peak in 1-2 hours, last 3-8 hours
B)   onset in 1/2 to 1 hour and peak in 1-5 hours, last 6-10 hours
C)   onset in 1-3 hours and peak in 6-12 hours, last 18-24 hours
D)   onset in 1-2 hours, don't peak, and last up to 24 hours

Question 3

Corticosteroids may be used to treat __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   inflammation associated with status asthmaticus
B)   cretinism
C)   myxedema
D)   hyperthyroidism

Question 4

Serious side effects of long-term steroid therapy are ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)   cardiac arrhythmia, increased blood pressure, weight loss, and menstrual irregularities
B)   rash, urticaria, pruritus, and blood dyscrasias
C)   hepatic dysfunction, blood dyscrasias, hypoglycemia, and increased risk of cardiovascular death
D)   fluid and electrolyte imbalance, osteoporosis, psychosis, and increased intraocular pressure

Question 5

Substance that suppresses a body's response to infection or trauma

Accepted Answer

A)  Antithyroid
B)  Corticosteroid
C)  hormone
D)  Hyperglycemia
E)  EndocrineF) HypoglycemiaG) HypothyroidismH) ImmunosuppressantI) AntidiabeticJ) U-100 G

Question 6

The hormones secreted by the pituitary gland include ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)   ACTH
B)   corticosteroids
C)   thyroid
D)   insulin

Question 7

The alpha-glucosidase inhibitors work by ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   increasing insulin production and by improving peripheral insulin activity
B)   delaying digestion of complex carbohydrates
C)   decreasing hepatic glucose output and enhancing insulin sensitivity in the muscles
D)   stimulating the beta cells of the pancreas to produce insulin
E)   decreasing insulin resistance/improving sensitivity to insulin in muscle and adipose tissue B

Question 8

Which of the following is an important consideration in a patient's self-administration of insulin?

Accepted Answer

A)   Opened vials must always be refrigerated.
B)   Administration sites should be rotated with each injection.
C)   Insulin pens may be shared between patients as long as cartridges are changed.
D)   Clear and cloudy insulin products should not be mixed in a syringe.

Question 9

Administered to lower blood glucose levels

Accepted Answer

A)  Antithyroid
B)  Corticosteroid
C)  hormone
D)  Hyperglycemia
E)  EndocrineF) HypoglycemiaG) HypothyroidismH) ImmunosuppressantI) AntidiabeticJ) U-100 H

Question 10

The biguanides work by ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)   increasing insulin production and by improving peripheral insulin activity
B)   delaying digestion of complex carbohydrates
C)   decreasing hepatic glucose output and enhancing insulin sensitivity in the muscles
D)   stimulating the beta cells of the pancreas to produce insulin
E)   decreasing insulin resistance/improving sensitivity to insulin in muscle and adipose tissue

Question 11

Decreased blood sugar

Accepted Answer

A)  Antithyroid
B)  Corticosteroid
C)  hormone
D)  Hyperglycemia
E)  EndocrineF) HypoglycemiaG) HypothyroidismH) ImmunosuppressantI) AntidiabeticJ) U-100

Question 12

Corticosteroids act on the immune system to _________.

Accepted Answer

A)   assist in the diagnosis of adrenocortical insufficiency
B)   regulate growth
C)   treat allergic reactions
D)   relieve the symptoms of hyperthyroidism

Question 13

Chemical messenger produced by a ductless gland that travels to target tissues via the bloodstream

Accepted Answer

A)  Antithyroid
B)  Corticosteroid
C)  hormone
D)  Hyperglycemia
E)  EndocrineF) HypoglycemiaG) HypothyroidismH) ImmunosuppressantI) AntidiabeticJ) U-100

Question 14

Match the following endocrine glands with hormones produced.
-T3 and T4

Accepted Answer

A)  Thyroid gland
B)  Pituitary gland
C)  Adrenal glands
D)  Pancreas (Islets of Langerhans)

Question 15

Rejection of transplanted organs may be prevented by the use of _________.

Accepted Answer

A)   antithyroid therapies
B)   sulfonylurea
C)   antidiabetics
D)   corticosteroids

Question 16

Medication used to suppress the body's response to infection or trauma

Accepted Answer

A)  Antithyroid
B)  Corticosteroid
C)  hormone
D)  Hyperglycemia
E)  EndocrineF) HypoglycemiaG) HypothyroidismH) ImmunosuppressantI) AntidiabeticJ) U-100

Question 17

The hormones secreted by the thyroid gland include _________.

Accepted Answer

A)   ACTH and LTH
B)   corticosteroids
C)   thyroid
D)   insulin

Question 18

Incretin therapy is indicated in type 2 diabetics who have not achieved glycemic control on metformin, sufonylurea, or both.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Classic symptoms of hyperglycemia include _________.

Accepted Answer

A)   increased perspiration
B)   irritability, confusion, or bizarre behavior
C)   unexplained weight gain
D)   excessive thirst, polyuria, and fruity breath

Question 20

Body control system that internally secretes directly into the blood stream

Accepted Answer

A)  Antithyroid
B)  Corticosteroid
C)  hormone
D)  Hyperglycemia
E)  EndocrineF) HypoglycemiaG) HypothyroidismH) ImmunosuppressantI) AntidiabeticJ) U-100

Exam 23: Endocrine System Drugs

The thiazolidinediones work by _________.

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Short-acting insulins ___________.

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Corticosteroids may be used to treat __________.

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Serious side effects of long-term steroid therapy are ___________.

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Substance that suppresses a body's response to infection or trauma

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The hormones secreted by the pituitary gland include ___________.

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The alpha-glucosidase inhibitors work by ________.

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Which of the following is an important consideration in a patient's self-administration of insulin?

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Administered to lower blood glucose levels

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The biguanides work by ____________.

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Decreased blood sugar

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Corticosteroids act on the immune system to _________.

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Chemical messenger produced by a ductless gland that travels to target tissues via the bloodstream

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Match the following endocrine glands with hormones produced. -T3 and T4

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Rejection of transplanted organs may be prevented by the use of _________.

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Medication used to suppress the body's response to infection or trauma

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The hormones secreted by the thyroid gland include _________.

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Incretin therapy is indicated in type 2 diabetics who have not achieved glycemic control on metformin, sufonylurea, or both.

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Classic symptoms of hyperglycemia include _________.

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Body control system that internally secretes directly into the blood stream

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