The estrogens are contraindicated in which of the following?

A) prostate cancer
B) non-pregnant women
C) breast cancer
D) osteoporosis


C) breast cancer
The estrogens are contraindicated in breast cancer, as well as in women who are pregnant or lactating. They should be used with caution in patients with liver disease, gallbladder disease, endometriosis, pancreatitis, diabetes mellitus, heart failure, and kidney dysfunction.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Calculate the following adult drug dosages

The physician has ordered 1.25 mg of Premarin (conjugated estrogen). On hand you have 0.625 mg gelcaps. How many gelcaps will you give?

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Which of the following drugs produce considerably less physical dependence and tolerance?

A) barbiturates B) benzodiazepines C) buspirone D) none of the above

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____ requires detailed documentation to track the specimen from the time it is collected until the results are reported.

A. Chain of documentation B. Accounting of time C. Chain of custody D. Time chain

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