pharmacology test 3

Which problem is a side effect of excessive thyroid hormone replacement drugs?

• weight gain

• hypertension

• peripheral neuropathy

• increased daytime sleepiness

Which mineral is critical for the thyroid to use in making thyroid hormones?

• lithium

• sodium

• iodine

• chloride

Which symptom of hyperthyroidism occurs only with the Graves’ disease form of the problem?

• goiter

• hypertension

• exophthalmos

• thinning scalp hair

Which term means the energy use of each cell and the work performed by the body?

• goiter

• menarche

• metabolism

• Thyrotoxicosis

What does a goiter indicate?

• Hypothyroidism

• Hyperthyroidism

• . Thyroid problem

• Premature menopause

Which is the best dietary source of iodine?

• Salt substitutes

• Salted nuts

• salt water fish

• Salted chips

The action of which drug is known to be increased by thyroid hormone replacement drugs?

• Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

• Warfarin (Coumadin)

• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

• Fiber supplements (Fibercon)

Which drug suppresses thyroid activity?

• Methimazole (Tapazole)

• Metolazone (Mykrox)

• Levothyroxine (Synthroid)

• Liothyronine (Cytomel)

Which drug belongs to the mineralocorticoid class?

• Aminoglutethimide (Cytadren)

• Cortisol (Prednisone)

• Fludrocortisone (Florinef)

• Mitotane (Lysodren)

Which side effects are most common when taking any drug to manage adrenal gland hyperfunction?

• Nausea/vomiting

• Decreased urine output and increased sweating

• Blurred vision and dry mouth

• Headache and mouth sores