Use of Systemic Corticosteroids May Cause Which of the Following

question 20

Multiple Choice

Use of systemic corticosteroids may cause which of the following side effects?
1) Fluid retention
2) Increased white blood cell count
3) HPA suppression
4) Increased endogenous steroid production

• A)1 and 4 only
• B)1,2,and 4 only
• C)2 and 4 only
• D)1,2,and 3 only

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Definitions:

Bipolar I

A subtype of Bipolar Disorder, marked by periods of manic episodes, potentially interspersed with episodes of depression.

Bipolar II Disorders

A bipolar disorder subtype characterized by patterns of depressive episodes shifting back and forth with hypomanic episodes, but not the full-blown manic episodes of Bipolar I.

Major Differences

Significant variations or disparities between entities, ideas, or concepts.

Lithium

A chemical element used as a medication primarily to treat bipolar disorder by stabilizing mood.