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Glucocorticoid Pharmacology and Biological Effects Quiz

#1

Which of the following conditions is commonly treated with glucocorticoids?

Rheumatoid arthritis
Explanation

Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

#2

Which of the following is a synthetic glucocorticoid commonly used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions?

Methylprednisolone
Explanation

Common use of methylprednisolone in inflammation

#3

Which of the following is a common adverse effect of short-term glucocorticoid use?

Hypoglycemia
Explanation

Common hypoglycemia risk in short-term use

#4

Which laboratory parameter is likely to be affected by long-term glucocorticoid therapy?

Hemoglobin concentration
Explanation

Likely effect on hemoglobin concentration in long-term therapy

#5

Which of the following is a common topical glucocorticoid used for skin inflammation?

Hydrocortisone
Explanation

Common use of hydrocortisone for skin inflammation

#6

Which of the following is a common adverse effect of short-term glucocorticoid use in children?

Growth retardation
Explanation

Common growth retardation in short-term use in children

#7

What is the primary mechanism of action of glucocorticoids?

Suppressing the immune response
Explanation

Immunosuppression

#8

Which organ is primarily responsible for the metabolism of glucocorticoids?

Liver
Explanation

Metabolism by the liver

#9

Which glucocorticoid is known for its high anti-inflammatory potency?

Dexamethasone
Explanation

High anti-inflammatory potency of dexamethasone

#10

How do glucocorticoids exert their anti-inflammatory effects?

Stabilizing lysosomal membranes
Explanation

Anti-inflammatory effects via lysosomal membrane stabilization

#11

In glucocorticoid therapy, what is the purpose of tapering the dose during discontinuation?

To prevent rebound inflammation
Explanation

Tapering dose to prevent rebound inflammation

#12

What is the role of glucocorticoids in the stress response?

Suppressing the immune system
Explanation

Immune system suppression in stress response

#13

What is the role of glucocorticoids in metabolism?

Promoting gluconeogenesis
Explanation

Gluconeogenesis promotion

#14

What is the main side effect associated with long-term use of glucocorticoids?

Osteoporosis
Explanation

Long-term osteoporosis risk

#15

In the context of glucocorticoids, what does the term 'half-life' refer to?

Time taken for complete elimination from the body
Explanation

Half-life refers to elimination time

#16

What is the primary mineralocorticoid produced by the adrenal cortex?

Aldosterone
Explanation

Primary adrenal mineralocorticoid is aldosterone

#17

Which physiological process is negatively regulated by glucocorticoids?

Inflammation
Explanation

Negative regulation of inflammation

#18

Which receptor mediates the genomic effects of glucocorticoids?

Glucocorticoid receptor
Explanation

Genomic effects mediated by glucocorticoid receptor

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