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cmoore54

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A woman is started on propylthiouracil (PTU). What is the primary mode of action for propylthiouracil?
 
  A) Destroys part of the thyroid gland
  B) Inhibits production of thyroid hormone
  C) Suppresses the anterior pituitary hormones
  D) Stimulates the thyroid cells

Question 2

A 4-year-old child has eaten many of his mother's prenatal vitamins. Which medication is indicated for iron toxicity?
 
  A) Deferoxamine (Desferal)
  B) Penicillamine (Cuprimine)
  C) Sucralfate (Carafate)
  D) Magnesium sulfate



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Answer to Question 1

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The thioamide drugs inhibit synthesis of thyroid hormone. Iodine preparations inhibit the release of thyroid hormones and cause them to be stored within the thyroid gland. Propylthiouracil does not destroy part of the thyroid gland. Propylthiouracil does not suppress the anterior pituitary hormones. Propylthiouracil does not sedate the central nervous system or suppress the cardiac output.

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Deferoxamine is a parenteral drug used to remove excess iron from storage sites in the body. Penicillamine, sucralfate, and magnesium sulfate are not administered for iron toxicity.




cmoore54

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent


gcook

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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