APEA 3P ACTUAL EXAM TEST BANK OVERVIEW EXAM WITH QUESTION AND CORRECT ANSWERS A tricyclic antidepressant considered off-label for prophylactic treatment of migraines. - correct answers-Amitriptyline (Elavil) A fungal infection of the scalp characteri

APEA 3P ACTUAL EXAM TEST BANK OVERVIEW EXAM WITH QUESTION AND CORRECT ANSWERS A tricyclic antidepressant considered off-label for prophylactic treatment of migraines. - correct answers-Amitriptyline (Elavil) A fungal infection of the scalp characterized by areas of scaling and round patches of alopecia. - correct answers-Tinea capitis Contraindicated in women older than 45, breastfeeding, smoking, HTN, diabetes, or hx of stroke. - correct answers-Combined hormonal contraceptive contraindications Indicates the need for further evaluation, potentially for conditions like intraductal papilloma. - correct answers-Bloody spontaneous discharge from the nipple Usually solitary, smaller than 1 cm, located in large lactiferous sinuses or ducts, and has a tendency to bleed. - correct answers-Intraductal papilloma Amitriptyline (Elavil) is considered for prophylactic treatment. - correct answers-Prophylactic medication for migraines A condition characterized by excessive cortisol production, which can lead to various symptoms. - correct answers-Cushing syndrome A kidney disorder that causes the body to excrete too much protein in the urine. - correct answers-Nephrotic syndrome A type of skin tumor that appears as a dome-shaped nodule, often mistaken for squamous cell carcinoma. - correct answers-Keratoacanthoma A rough, scaly patch on sun-exposed skin that can develop into skin cancer. - correct answersActinic keratosis An autoimmune condition that causes hair loss in patches. - correct answers-Alopecia areata Verapamil (verelan) and Metoprolol (Lopressor) are also options for migraine prophylaxis. - correct answers-Migraine prophylactic treatment Can contribute to health risks, including the contraindication for combined hormonal contraceptives. - correct answers-Sedentary lifestyle effects Further evaluation is necessary to rule out serious conditions like breast cancer. - correct answers-Bloody nipple discharge evaluation Generalized breast pain or tenderness, often benign. - correct answers-Green or dark brown nonbloody nipple discharge A benign breast tumor that is usually painless and mobile. - correct answers-Fibroadenoma A condition characterized by multiple cysts in the breast tissue. - correct answers-Polycystic breast disease Should be administered to Rh negative women at 28 weeks' gestation. - correct answers-Rho (D) immunoglobulin A measurement of the average size of the RBCs. - correct answers-Mean corpuscular volume (MCV) Has the most serious side effect; patients should have a drug-free period for 3-4 weeks after every 6 months of treatment. - correct answers-Serotonin Norepinephrine Reuptake inhibitor Maintains patency of the great arteries in patients with transposition of the great arteries. - correct answers-Prostaglandin E1 (PG1) Characterized by painful cramping in the hips, thighs, or calf muscles after activities like walking or climbing stairs. - correct answers-Peripheral artery disease Causes symptoms such as infertility and oligomenorrhea in premenopausal women, but not in postmenopausal women. - correct answers-Hyperprolactinemia Used for acute asthma attacks to quickly reduce airway constriction and restore normal airflow. - correct answers-Short-Acting Beta Agonist (SABA) Reduces the risk for infection with the virus that causes painful localized blistering rash. - correct answers-Shingles (herpes zoster) vaccine Include new onset after age 50, aggravated or relieved by change of position, and precipitated by Valsalva maneuver. - correct answers-Headache warning signs Painful cramping in the legs due to peripheral artery disease. - correct answers-Claudication A common SABA used for acute asthma attacks. - correct answers-Albuterol Not a typical finding of hyperprolactinemia in premenopausal women. - correct answersGynecomastia A symptom of peripheral artery disease, especially when compared with the other side. - correct answers-Coldness in lower leg A symptom of hyperprolactinemia in premenopausal women. - correct answersOligomenorrhea A symptom of peripheral artery disease after certain activities. - correct answers-Painful cramping Can precipitate headache warning signs that need prompt investigation. - correct answersValsalva maneuver A typical finding of hyperprolactinemia in premenopausal women. - correct answers-Hirsutism A medication that should be avoided when prescribing prophylactic therapy for headaches. - correct answers-Nimodipine A serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor with serious side effects. - correct answersVenlafaxine (Effexor) A typical finding of hyperprolactinemia in premenopausal women. - correct answers-Acne Not the first choice for relieving acute wheezing in asthma patients. - correct answers-Inhaled corticosteroid Not typically used for immediate relief of acute asthma symptoms. - correct answers-Long acting bronchodilator Not the first choice for relieving acute wheezing in asthma patients. - correct answersCombination of methylxanthine and long acting bronchodilato