National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Practice Exam

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What is a known effect of adrenal corticosteroids?

Increase in blood glucose levels
Retention of sodium and fluid
Increased bone density
Stimulation of immune response

The correct answer is: Retention of sodium and fluid

Adrenal corticosteroids are hormones produced by adrenal glands. These hormones have several effects on the body, including regulating metabolism and the immune system. One of the known effects of adrenal corticosteroids is the retention of sodium and fluid, which can lead to an increase in blood pressure and may cause a person to retain excess water. This effect can also increase the risk of developing high blood pressure and other related health problems. The other options are incorrect because A) increased blood glucose levels are typically associated with diabetes, not adrenal corticosteroids, C) increased bone density is not a known effect of adrenal corticosteroids, and D) stimulation of the immune response is actually an intended effect of adrenal corticosteroids as they help regulate the immune system.