Corticosteroids Flashcards

1
Q

_____ are secreted from the adrenal cortex made from the crystalline
steroid alcohol cholesterol.

A

Corticosteroids

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2
Q

Corticosteroids
Useful in the treatment of many types of
____________
____________

A

inflammatory and autoimmune disorders.

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3
Q

Use of what class?
(a) Rheumatic disorders
(b) Arthritis
(c) Bursitis
(d) Allergic reactions
(e) Contact dermatitis
(f) COPD and Asthma Exacerbations
(g) SLE and other autoimmune disorders

A

Corticosteroids……..

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4
Q

If abrupt cessation of Corticosteroids occurs a potentially __________ can occur.

A

life-threatening adrenal insufficiency

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5
Q

Should you give Corticosteroids for someone who has a fungal infection or TB?

A

NO

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6
Q

examples of what class?
(a) Hydrocortisone: Solu-Cortef
(b) Prednisone
(c) Triamcinolone: Kenalog
(d) Methylprednisolone: Solu-Medrol
(e) Dexamethasone: Decadron

A

Corticosteroids…..

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