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mrsjacobs44

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Pituitary hormones are primarily composed of which substance, leading to an increased risk of allergic reactions?
 
  a. Proteins
  b. Fatty acids
  c. Glucose
  d. Fructose or sucrose

Question 2

Which group of symptoms may be indicative of overdosage in a patient taking a thyroid re-placement hormone?
 
  a. Bradycardia, somnolence, and ataxia
  b. Dry skin, tremors, and weight gain
  c. Tachycardia, insomnia, and nervousness
  d. Sneezing, coughing, and neck pain


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triiciiaa

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
All pituitary hormones are proteins (with the exception of dopamine), which leads to an increased risk of allergic reactions.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The signs of thyroid hormone overdose mimic those of hyperthyroidism. They include tachycar-dia, chest pain, nervousness, insomnia, diaphoresis, tremors, and weight loss.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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