2024 APEA PREDICTOR EXAM
2024-2025 TEST BANK / APEA
Pre-Predictor Test Questions
and Answers with Rationales
2024/2025
,Mononucleosis - ANS-Symptomatic infection caused by
Epstein-Barr virus with signs such as fatigue, chills, malaise,
anorexia, white tonsillar exudates, lymphadenopathy, and
splenomegaly. Diagnosed using Monospot and CBC.
Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole - ANS-First-line medication
for treating urinary tract infections (UTIs) in most patients.
Men should be treated for 7-10 days, while women may be
treated for 3 days for uncomplicated UTIs.
Isotretinoin - ANS-Systemic agent for severe inflammatory
acne. Must be used with caution due to teratogenic effects.
Requires effective contraception in women of childbearing
age.
Anticonvulsants - ANS-Reduce effectiveness of
contraceptives. Depo-medroxyprogesterone acetate
injections or levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine devices
are better contraceptive options for patients taking
anticonvulsants.
Statin Therapy - ANS-Recommended for improving lipid
profile and reducing morbidity and mortality associated with
, dyslipidemia. Primarily lowers LDL-C levels, but also lowers
triglycerides and increases HDL-C levels.
Malpractice - ANS-Occurs when a healthcare professional's
actions fall below the appropriate standard of care and harm
the patient. In this case, the failure to refer a patient with
appendicitis.
Ethical Dilemma - ANS-Occurs when a healthcare
professional has a difference of opinion with their employer
based on religious or moral beliefs. Providing emergency
contraception is not against the law or a violation of
standards of practice.
Psoriasis - ANS-Characterized by erythematous papules, red
plaques with silvery scales, and Auspitz sign. Treatment
includes topical agents with tar, salicylic acid, and topical
steroids.
Antidepressant Discontinuation Syndrome - ANS-Occurs
when treatment with an antidepressant is interrupted and
can include flu-like symptoms, insomnia, nausea,
imbalance, sensory disturbances, and hyperarousal.
Tapering is recommended.
2024-2025 TEST BANK / APEA
Pre-Predictor Test Questions
and Answers with Rationales
2024/2025
,Mononucleosis - ANS-Symptomatic infection caused by
Epstein-Barr virus with signs such as fatigue, chills, malaise,
anorexia, white tonsillar exudates, lymphadenopathy, and
splenomegaly. Diagnosed using Monospot and CBC.
Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole - ANS-First-line medication
for treating urinary tract infections (UTIs) in most patients.
Men should be treated for 7-10 days, while women may be
treated for 3 days for uncomplicated UTIs.
Isotretinoin - ANS-Systemic agent for severe inflammatory
acne. Must be used with caution due to teratogenic effects.
Requires effective contraception in women of childbearing
age.
Anticonvulsants - ANS-Reduce effectiveness of
contraceptives. Depo-medroxyprogesterone acetate
injections or levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine devices
are better contraceptive options for patients taking
anticonvulsants.
Statin Therapy - ANS-Recommended for improving lipid
profile and reducing morbidity and mortality associated with
, dyslipidemia. Primarily lowers LDL-C levels, but also lowers
triglycerides and increases HDL-C levels.
Malpractice - ANS-Occurs when a healthcare professional's
actions fall below the appropriate standard of care and harm
the patient. In this case, the failure to refer a patient with
appendicitis.
Ethical Dilemma - ANS-Occurs when a healthcare
professional has a difference of opinion with their employer
based on religious or moral beliefs. Providing emergency
contraception is not against the law or a violation of
standards of practice.
Psoriasis - ANS-Characterized by erythematous papules, red
plaques with silvery scales, and Auspitz sign. Treatment
includes topical agents with tar, salicylic acid, and topical
steroids.
Antidepressant Discontinuation Syndrome - ANS-Occurs
when treatment with an antidepressant is interrupted and
can include flu-like symptoms, insomnia, nausea,
imbalance, sensory disturbances, and hyperarousal.
Tapering is recommended.
