3P EXAM STUDY APEA EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% CORRECT
ANSWERS) A+ GRADE ASSURED
What would cause decrease in Digoxin levels? - correct answer-Antacids
Taking Pyridium for UTI, what can Pyridium cause? - correct answer-Hemolytic Anemia
What can PCOS result in? - correct answer-
Increased insulin levels (Hyperinsulinemia), Androgens, Hirsutism
What are the anti-hypertensives used in pregnancy? - correct answer-Methyldopa (Alpha-2-
Agonist), Labetalol, Nifedipine, Hydralazine
What is a characteristic of Placenta Previa? - correct answer-Painless, red bleeding
What is a chacteristic of Rheumatoid Arthritis? - correct answer-Tender, warm, swollen joints
Medications that can cause ototoxicity? - correct answer-
Aminoglycosides, loop diuretics, NSAIDs, antihistamines, nasal decongestants
What is the treatment time for enterobiasis? - correct answer-2 weeks
What does MCV lab value measure? - correct answer-
Mean Corpuscular Volume helps diagnose different types of anemia such as B12 & Folate (Macrocytic
) and Fe anemia (Microcytic)
Rhogam is given at how many week gestation? - correct answer-27-28 weeks
What are Janeway lesions and what do they indicate? - correct answer-They are irregular, non-
tender hemorrhagic macules located on the hands and feet. Seen in Infective Endocarditis
,What are Osler's Nodes and what do they indicate? - correct answer-They are split pea-
sized, erythematous, tender nodules located on the pads of the fingers and toes. Seen in Infective Endo
carditis
What is the recommendation for Warfarin management when a patient misses a dose? - correct answer-
If within 12 hours of the dose time, take it. If over 12 hours patient will need a INRQredraw
What do we need to know about ACEs and ARBs? - correct answer-
A dry hacking cough is a common side effect of ACEs and will go away within a week after discontin
uing. ACEs & ARBs are indicated for patients with DM, CKD, and HTN. Not recommended as 1st lin
e agent with African Americans & can cause angioedema.
Contraindications for Hydrochlorothiazide - correct answer-
Sulfa allergy, PCN hypersensitivity, Asthma, Gout
Systolic Murmurs (Benign) - correct answer-MR = Mitral Regurge (SOB/Fatigue HF)
Peyton Manning = Physiologic Murmur (Asymptomatic)
AS = Aortic Stenosis (Angina, Syncope HF)
MVP = Mitral Valve Prolapse ("Click", Women 14-30, Palpitations, Chest Pain
Diastolic Murmurs (Abnormal) - correct answer-
ARQ= Aortic Regurgitation (Angina, HF, Dizziness, Chest Pain)
MS = Mitral Stenosis (Dyspnea, AFib)
What does S1 indicate? - correct answer-
S1 Closure of the Atrioventricular Valves (Mitral & Tricuspid Valves)
What does S2 indicate? - correct answer-
S2 Closure of the Semilunar Valves (Aortic & Pulmonic Valves)
S3 is often heard in? - correct answer-CHF, possibly normal for athletic adolescents
, S4 is often heard in? - correct answer-
Diastolic HF, Left Ventricular Hypertrophy (LVH), Poorly controlled HTN, MI
Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) - correct answer-
Antiplatelets (Plavix, ASA), Pentoxifylline (Decreases blood viscosity)
Diagnosing Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) - correct answer-Gold Standard = Angiography
Ankle Brachial Index (ABI)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) treatment - correct answer-
Aotrvastatin/Rosuvastatin = If LDL>150 use high doses. Watch for LFTs & arthralgia. Change type &
dose if issues. Helps stabilize plaques.
What medications are indicated for HF treatment? - correct answer-
ACEs, ARBs, ARNI w/BBs, Aldosterone Recepter Antagonists
What is the treatment for Sarcopter Scabiei (Scabies)? - correct answer-
Topical Permetherin massaged from head to soles of feet and wash off with shower or bath after 8-
14hrs. Treat again in 1 week.
Names of skin lesions? - correct answer-Macule: Flat <1cm i.e. freckle
Papule: Raised <1cm i.e. acne
Nodule: Raised >1cm i.e. lipoma
Vesicle: Blister <1cm i.e. HSV, Chickenpox
Bulla: Blister >1cm i.e. 2nd Degree Burn, Bullous Pemphigod
Plaque: Raised, flat-top >1cm i.e. Psoriasis & Seborrheic Keratoses
Patch: Flat, discolored >1cm i.e. Vitiligo & Port-Wine Stains
Wheal: Raised & Red Area i.e. Hives & Insect Bite reaction
Keloid - correct answer-Hyperthrophic scarQthat is invasive beyond point of original injury
DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% CORRECT
ANSWERS) A+ GRADE ASSURED
What would cause decrease in Digoxin levels? - correct answer-Antacids
Taking Pyridium for UTI, what can Pyridium cause? - correct answer-Hemolytic Anemia
What can PCOS result in? - correct answer-
Increased insulin levels (Hyperinsulinemia), Androgens, Hirsutism
What are the anti-hypertensives used in pregnancy? - correct answer-Methyldopa (Alpha-2-
Agonist), Labetalol, Nifedipine, Hydralazine
What is a characteristic of Placenta Previa? - correct answer-Painless, red bleeding
What is a chacteristic of Rheumatoid Arthritis? - correct answer-Tender, warm, swollen joints
Medications that can cause ototoxicity? - correct answer-
Aminoglycosides, loop diuretics, NSAIDs, antihistamines, nasal decongestants
What is the treatment time for enterobiasis? - correct answer-2 weeks
What does MCV lab value measure? - correct answer-
Mean Corpuscular Volume helps diagnose different types of anemia such as B12 & Folate (Macrocytic
) and Fe anemia (Microcytic)
Rhogam is given at how many week gestation? - correct answer-27-28 weeks
What are Janeway lesions and what do they indicate? - correct answer-They are irregular, non-
tender hemorrhagic macules located on the hands and feet. Seen in Infective Endocarditis
,What are Osler's Nodes and what do they indicate? - correct answer-They are split pea-
sized, erythematous, tender nodules located on the pads of the fingers and toes. Seen in Infective Endo
carditis
What is the recommendation for Warfarin management when a patient misses a dose? - correct answer-
If within 12 hours of the dose time, take it. If over 12 hours patient will need a INRQredraw
What do we need to know about ACEs and ARBs? - correct answer-
A dry hacking cough is a common side effect of ACEs and will go away within a week after discontin
uing. ACEs & ARBs are indicated for patients with DM, CKD, and HTN. Not recommended as 1st lin
e agent with African Americans & can cause angioedema.
Contraindications for Hydrochlorothiazide - correct answer-
Sulfa allergy, PCN hypersensitivity, Asthma, Gout
Systolic Murmurs (Benign) - correct answer-MR = Mitral Regurge (SOB/Fatigue HF)
Peyton Manning = Physiologic Murmur (Asymptomatic)
AS = Aortic Stenosis (Angina, Syncope HF)
MVP = Mitral Valve Prolapse ("Click", Women 14-30, Palpitations, Chest Pain
Diastolic Murmurs (Abnormal) - correct answer-
ARQ= Aortic Regurgitation (Angina, HF, Dizziness, Chest Pain)
MS = Mitral Stenosis (Dyspnea, AFib)
What does S1 indicate? - correct answer-
S1 Closure of the Atrioventricular Valves (Mitral & Tricuspid Valves)
What does S2 indicate? - correct answer-
S2 Closure of the Semilunar Valves (Aortic & Pulmonic Valves)
S3 is often heard in? - correct answer-CHF, possibly normal for athletic adolescents
, S4 is often heard in? - correct answer-
Diastolic HF, Left Ventricular Hypertrophy (LVH), Poorly controlled HTN, MI
Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) - correct answer-
Antiplatelets (Plavix, ASA), Pentoxifylline (Decreases blood viscosity)
Diagnosing Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) - correct answer-Gold Standard = Angiography
Ankle Brachial Index (ABI)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) treatment - correct answer-
Aotrvastatin/Rosuvastatin = If LDL>150 use high doses. Watch for LFTs & arthralgia. Change type &
dose if issues. Helps stabilize plaques.
What medications are indicated for HF treatment? - correct answer-
ACEs, ARBs, ARNI w/BBs, Aldosterone Recepter Antagonists
What is the treatment for Sarcopter Scabiei (Scabies)? - correct answer-
Topical Permetherin massaged from head to soles of feet and wash off with shower or bath after 8-
14hrs. Treat again in 1 week.
Names of skin lesions? - correct answer-Macule: Flat <1cm i.e. freckle
Papule: Raised <1cm i.e. acne
Nodule: Raised >1cm i.e. lipoma
Vesicle: Blister <1cm i.e. HSV, Chickenpox
Bulla: Blister >1cm i.e. 2nd Degree Burn, Bullous Pemphigod
Plaque: Raised, flat-top >1cm i.e. Psoriasis & Seborrheic Keratoses
Patch: Flat, discolored >1cm i.e. Vitiligo & Port-Wine Stains
Wheal: Raised & Red Area i.e. Hives & Insect Bite reaction
Keloid - correct answer-Hyperthrophic scarQthat is invasive beyond point of original injury
