Endo Flashcards
1
Q
what level glucose to start insulin on inpatient w/ persistent hyperglycemia? target range?
A
over 180.
140-180
2
Q
absolute c/I to testosterone therapy
A
breast cancer, prostate cancer, a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level >4 ng/dL, an abnormal rectal examination with nodules, and polycythemia with a hematocrit >54%.
3
Q
relative c/I to testosterone therapy
A
baseline hematocrit >50%, a desire for fertility, uncontrolled heart failure, untreated sleep apnea, and severe lower tract symptoms