, APEA Pre-Predictor Exam Review 2026/2027 | Latest
Update | Verified Q&A | Graded A+
1. Which medication is known to have the greatest effect on improving lipid
profiles in patients with dyslipidemia?
Niacin (Niaspan)
Atorvastatin
Omega 3 fatty acids
Fenofibrates
2. What is the characteristic abdominal mass associated with intussusception in
infants?
Hard lump
Sausage-like mass
Bloating
Fluid-filled sac
3. Describe the purpose of the Ortolani and Barlow tests in the context of infant
hip examination.
The tests are used to evaluate muscle strength in the legs.
The tests help determine the need for surgical intervention.
The Ortolani and Barlow tests are used to assess for hip dislocation
or instability in infants.
These tests are designed to measure the range of motion in the hips.
4. Describe why topical corticosteroids are preferred for managing pruritic
lesions with silver scales compared to antifungal treatments.
, Topical corticosteroids reduce inflammation and itching associated
with the lesions.
Topical antifungal treatments target fungal infections, which are not
indicated here.
Oral antibiotics are effective against bacterial infections, not
inflammatory skin conditions.
Topical anti-fungal/steroid cream is less effective than corticosteroids
alone.
5. PE* Which of the following is the most appropriate for severe, recalcitrant,
and nodular acne?
topical antibiotics
benzoyl peroxide
oral isotretinoin
adapalene
6. A patient presents with pruritic lesions on both knees. There are visible silver
scales. How Should this condition be managed?
. Topical anti-fungal/ steroid cream
Topical corticosteroids cream
Oral antibiotics
. Topical antifungal cream or ointment
7. What is a common indication of enlarged, warm, tender cervical lymph nodes
in children?
A possible cancer diagnosis
Infection proximal to the nodes
Update | Verified Q&A | Graded A+
1. Which medication is known to have the greatest effect on improving lipid
profiles in patients with dyslipidemia?
Niacin (Niaspan)
Atorvastatin
Omega 3 fatty acids
Fenofibrates
2. What is the characteristic abdominal mass associated with intussusception in
infants?
Hard lump
Sausage-like mass
Bloating
Fluid-filled sac
3. Describe the purpose of the Ortolani and Barlow tests in the context of infant
hip examination.
The tests are used to evaluate muscle strength in the legs.
The tests help determine the need for surgical intervention.
The Ortolani and Barlow tests are used to assess for hip dislocation
or instability in infants.
These tests are designed to measure the range of motion in the hips.
4. Describe why topical corticosteroids are preferred for managing pruritic
lesions with silver scales compared to antifungal treatments.
, Topical corticosteroids reduce inflammation and itching associated
with the lesions.
Topical antifungal treatments target fungal infections, which are not
indicated here.
Oral antibiotics are effective against bacterial infections, not
inflammatory skin conditions.
Topical anti-fungal/steroid cream is less effective than corticosteroids
alone.
5. PE* Which of the following is the most appropriate for severe, recalcitrant,
and nodular acne?
topical antibiotics
benzoyl peroxide
oral isotretinoin
adapalene
6. A patient presents with pruritic lesions on both knees. There are visible silver
scales. How Should this condition be managed?
. Topical anti-fungal/ steroid cream
Topical corticosteroids cream
Oral antibiotics
. Topical antifungal cream or ointment
7. What is a common indication of enlarged, warm, tender cervical lymph nodes
in children?
A possible cancer diagnosis
Infection proximal to the nodes
