APEA 3P High Stakes Exam Study Guide Qs &
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What would cause decrease in Digoxin levels? - -answer :Antacids
Pterygium - -answer :A growth of fleshy tissue on the conjunctiva that can extend onto the cornea.
- Sx include redness, irritation, and a gritty or foreign body sensation in the eye
Eye Emergencies - -answer :Papilledema - r/t Increased ICP, Swollen Optic Disc, and Engorged Tortuous
Vein
Acute Closed-Angle Glaucoma - Sudden onset severe eye pain and Rapid loss of vision
Foreign Object in Eye - -answer :Only attempt to remove with wet cotton swab and if not able send to
ophthamologist stat
Meniere's Disease - -answer :Vertigo, Tinitus, and Pressure in the Right Ear
Hyperopia (Farsightedness) - -answer :Light that is focused behind the retina causes the visual
disturbance
Mononucleosis - -answer :condition caused by the Epstein-Barr virus and characterized by an increase in
mononuclear cells (monocytes and lymphocytes) in the blood along with enlarged lymph nodes
(lymphadenopathy), fatigue, and sore throat (pharyngitis)
,Which medication is most commonly associated with hypoglycemia? - -answer :Sulfonylureas i.e.
Glyburide, Glipizide, Glimepiride
What does myxedema indicate and what is the clinical presentation? - -answer :Myxedema indicates
hypothyroidism. S&S include hypothermia, thickening of the tongue, disorientation, and swelling of the
face, hands, feet.
Hyperthyroidism S&S - -answer :Tachycardia, AFib, weight loss, hyperactiivity, heat insensitivity, moist
skin, exophthalmos.
Hyperprolactinemia - -answer :Menstrual Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction
Breast Pain
Loss of Libido
Vaginal Dryness
Infertility
Lactation
Hyperandrogenism - -answer :High levels of androgens in females
Acne
Seborrhea (Oily/Flaky Skin)
Androgenic Alopecia (hair loss on scalp)
Hirsuitism
Infrequent/Absent menstruation
Can be caused by PCOS
Diabetes Mellitus - -answer :A1c over 6.5 or fasting glucose over 126 on 2 separate occasions
Metformin is first line treatment
Diabetic Neuropathy - -answer :Occurs in distal lower extremities r/t long-term hyperglycemia
, S&S include
Parestehsias
Burning
Muscle Weakness
Difficulty with Coordination/Balance
Giardiasis S&S - -answer :Foul Smelling Stools
Abdominal Pain
Flatulence which can spread the disease
Bloating/Nausea/Vomiting
Giardiasis Treatment - -answer :Metronidazole 250mg TID
Cirrhosis S&S - -answer :Coagulopathy
Thrombocytopenia in early stages
Bleeding Varices
Hepatic Encephalopathy
ALOC and Tremors
Psychiatric - Depression/Anxiety
Arthralgia
Glucose Intolerance
Can be caused by Autoimmune disorders
Hepatitis S&S - -answer :Low-grade fever
Malaise
Jaundice
Weight Loss
Joint Pain
Dark Urine
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What would cause decrease in Digoxin levels? - -answer :Antacids
Pterygium - -answer :A growth of fleshy tissue on the conjunctiva that can extend onto the cornea.
- Sx include redness, irritation, and a gritty or foreign body sensation in the eye
Eye Emergencies - -answer :Papilledema - r/t Increased ICP, Swollen Optic Disc, and Engorged Tortuous
Vein
Acute Closed-Angle Glaucoma - Sudden onset severe eye pain and Rapid loss of vision
Foreign Object in Eye - -answer :Only attempt to remove with wet cotton swab and if not able send to
ophthamologist stat
Meniere's Disease - -answer :Vertigo, Tinitus, and Pressure in the Right Ear
Hyperopia (Farsightedness) - -answer :Light that is focused behind the retina causes the visual
disturbance
Mononucleosis - -answer :condition caused by the Epstein-Barr virus and characterized by an increase in
mononuclear cells (monocytes and lymphocytes) in the blood along with enlarged lymph nodes
(lymphadenopathy), fatigue, and sore throat (pharyngitis)
,Which medication is most commonly associated with hypoglycemia? - -answer :Sulfonylureas i.e.
Glyburide, Glipizide, Glimepiride
What does myxedema indicate and what is the clinical presentation? - -answer :Myxedema indicates
hypothyroidism. S&S include hypothermia, thickening of the tongue, disorientation, and swelling of the
face, hands, feet.
Hyperthyroidism S&S - -answer :Tachycardia, AFib, weight loss, hyperactiivity, heat insensitivity, moist
skin, exophthalmos.
Hyperprolactinemia - -answer :Menstrual Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction
Breast Pain
Loss of Libido
Vaginal Dryness
Infertility
Lactation
Hyperandrogenism - -answer :High levels of androgens in females
Acne
Seborrhea (Oily/Flaky Skin)
Androgenic Alopecia (hair loss on scalp)
Hirsuitism
Infrequent/Absent menstruation
Can be caused by PCOS
Diabetes Mellitus - -answer :A1c over 6.5 or fasting glucose over 126 on 2 separate occasions
Metformin is first line treatment
Diabetic Neuropathy - -answer :Occurs in distal lower extremities r/t long-term hyperglycemia
, S&S include
Parestehsias
Burning
Muscle Weakness
Difficulty with Coordination/Balance
Giardiasis S&S - -answer :Foul Smelling Stools
Abdominal Pain
Flatulence which can spread the disease
Bloating/Nausea/Vomiting
Giardiasis Treatment - -answer :Metronidazole 250mg TID
Cirrhosis S&S - -answer :Coagulopathy
Thrombocytopenia in early stages
Bleeding Varices
Hepatic Encephalopathy
ALOC and Tremors
Psychiatric - Depression/Anxiety
Arthralgia
Glucose Intolerance
Can be caused by Autoimmune disorders
Hepatitis S&S - -answer :Low-grade fever
Malaise
Jaundice
Weight Loss
Joint Pain
Dark Urine
