A favorable prognos c trend -correct answersReuben, age 24, has HIV and just had a rou ne
viral load test done. The results show a falling viral load. What does this indicate?
enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) -correct answersCost-effec ve screening test for
HIV status
C-reac ve protein -correct answersNonspecific blood test for inflammatory process severity
Dopamine -correct answersNeurotransmi er blocked by cocaine, causing s mula on
pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm -correct answersMrs.
Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and point tenderness in the area ofce
complaining of pain and point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased
following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical finding that differen ates the diagnosis
and is most consistent with lateral epicondyli seren ates the diagnosis and is most consistent
with lateral epicondyli s (tenniselbow)is:
The uninvolved side should be examined ini ally and then compared to the
involved side -correct answersWhich of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examina on is true?
Morning s ffness -correct answersSign of inflammatory e ology in musculoskeletal pain
, dogs -correct answersCause the greatest percentage of mammalian bites
Transvaginal ultrasound -correct answersA 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with
complaints of prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer
exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large mass. Which of the following diagnos c tests
should the clinician order first?
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay complica ons."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a rou ne."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
All of the above -correct answersAdiabe c pa ent asks the clinician why he needs to check his
blood sugar at home even
when he feels good. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?
TSH -correct answersA 25-year-old pa ent presents to the clinic with fa gue, cold intolerance,
weight gain, and cons pa on for the past 3 months. On physical examina on, the clinician
no ces a sinus bradycardia; muscular s ffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxa on in
deep tendon reflexes. Which of the following tests should be ordered next?
c. Glucotrol -correct answersType 2 diabetes medica on not prescribed during pregnancy
An enlarged rubbery gland -correct answersDuring a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician
suspects the pa ent has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the clinician
suspicious?
Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine -correct answersIni al step for a child with an insect in
the ear canal
Iron-deficiency anemia -correct answersMost common cause of microcy c anemia
viral load test done. The results show a falling viral load. What does this indicate?
enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) -correct answersCost-effec ve screening test for
HIV status
C-reac ve protein -correct answersNonspecific blood test for inflammatory process severity
Dopamine -correct answersNeurotransmi er blocked by cocaine, causing s mula on
pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm -correct answersMrs.
Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and point tenderness in the area ofce
complaining of pain and point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased
following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical finding that differen ates the diagnosis
and is most consistent with lateral epicondyli seren ates the diagnosis and is most consistent
with lateral epicondyli s (tenniselbow)is:
The uninvolved side should be examined ini ally and then compared to the
involved side -correct answersWhich of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examina on is true?
Morning s ffness -correct answersSign of inflammatory e ology in musculoskeletal pain
, dogs -correct answersCause the greatest percentage of mammalian bites
Transvaginal ultrasound -correct answersA 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with
complaints of prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer
exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large mass. Which of the following diagnos c tests
should the clinician order first?
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay complica ons."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a rou ne."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
All of the above -correct answersAdiabe c pa ent asks the clinician why he needs to check his
blood sugar at home even
when he feels good. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?
TSH -correct answersA 25-year-old pa ent presents to the clinic with fa gue, cold intolerance,
weight gain, and cons pa on for the past 3 months. On physical examina on, the clinician
no ces a sinus bradycardia; muscular s ffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxa on in
deep tendon reflexes. Which of the following tests should be ordered next?
c. Glucotrol -correct answersType 2 diabetes medica on not prescribed during pregnancy
An enlarged rubbery gland -correct answersDuring a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician
suspects the pa ent has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the clinician
suspicious?
Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine -correct answersIni al step for a child with an insect in
the ear canal
Iron-deficiency anemia -correct answersMost common cause of microcy c anemia
