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1. What is the pathophysiology of COPD?
Abnormal collection of fluid in pleural cavity
An IgE activation causing and inflammatory response in the airways
Abnormal fluid secretion by exocrine glands in epithelial lining of
respiratory, GI, and reproductive tracts
Inflammation and destruction of lung parenchyma and central
airways causing irreversible expiratory airflow limitation
2. Describe the implications of Rubella infection during pregnancy on fetal
development.
Rubella infection has no significant impact on fetal development.
Rubella infection can enhance fetal immune response.
Rubella infection during pregnancy can result in serious congenital
defects affecting the eyes, ears, brain, and heart of the fetus.
Rubella infection only affects the mother's health, not the fetus.
3. What does the presence of the Kernig sign indicate in a patient?
Possible meningitis
A herniated disc
A stroke
A fractured femur
,4. If a patient with primary hyperthyroidism is treated with antithyroid
medication, what changes in laboratory findings would you expect to see?
Increased TSH and decreased T3 and T4.
Decreased TSH and increased T3 and T4.
Increased TSH and normal T3 and T4.
Normal TSH and normal T3 and T4.
5. What is the mechanism of action of beta-lactam antibiotics?
inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis
compromise bacterial membrane integrity
inhibit bacterial protein synthesis
interrupt an essential metabolic pathway in bacteria
6. What is the name of the autoimmune disorder that is a common cause of
hyperthyroidism?
Graves' disease
Hashimoto's thyroiditis
Cushing's syndrome
Diabetes mellitus
7. What are the defining characteristics of erysipelas?
Fever and chills
Pus formation and necrosis
Well-defined borders and a shiny, smooth appearance
Irregular borders and a rough texture
,8. What condition is indicated by a FEV1/FVC ratio of less than 70% after
bronchodilator administration?
COPD
Kawasaki disease
Lyme disease
Asthma
9. Which of the following is a common risk factor for bronchiolitis in infants?
Congenital cardiopulmonary disease
High birth weight
Exclusive breastfeeding
Living in a rural area
10. If a patient has a compromised immune system, which type of vaccine
should be avoided?
Live attenuated vaccines
Subunit vaccines
Toxoid vaccines
Inactivated vaccines
11. To establish a diagnosis of asthma, the clinician should determine that:
episodic symptoms of airflow obstruction or airway hyper-
responsiveness are present
airflow obstruction is at least partially reversible
alternative diagnoses are excluded
, all of the above
12. Describe the role of Cephalexin in the treatment of mild cellulitis.
Cephalexin is used as the first-line oral antibiotic to effectively
treat mild cellulitis caused by susceptible bacteria.
Cephalexin is a topical treatment for skin infections.
Cephalexin is primarily used for severe infections requiring
intravenous therapy.
Cephalexin is an antiviral medication used to treat viral infections.
13. Which class of medications is commonly used as rescue treatments for
asthma?
Short-acting beta agonists (SABAs)
Inhaled corticosteroids
Leukotriene modifiers
Long-acting beta agonists (LABAs)
14. What do treatment protocols provide for specific diseases and conditions?
Evidence-based guidelines
Personalized treatment plans
Experimental therapies
Patient preferences
15. Managing stage II (moderate) COPD includes which of the following?
inhaled glucocorticosteroids
short-acting bronchodilators, flu vaccine & reduction of risk factors