LIDIA INTERNAL MEDICINE EOR |112 questions| with correct answers

MCC of microcytic anemia CORRECT ANSWER Iron Deficiency Anemia Other microcytic: thalassemia, lead poisoning, anemia of chronic dz, hereditary spherocytosis Labs for Iron Deficiency Anemia CORRECT ANSWER Microcytic, hypochromic RBC. Decreased Sr. Fe, Sr. Ferritin Increased Total iron binding capacity SIADH Treatment CORRECT ANSWER MAINSTAY: fluid (water) restriction Others: high intake Na + protein Drugs (for chronic SIADH): demeclocycline If severe hypoNa or intracranial bleed: IV hypertonic saline with furosemide PS: MC etiology: stroke (SAH) Pulm sxs for pt who works in: - destruction/renovation of old buildings - insulation - ship building - pipe fitters CORRECT ANSWER Asbestosis CXR: - pleural plaques (thickening), - interstitial fibrosis (honeycomb lung),