NR 511: Differential Diagnosis Final Exam With 100% Correct Answers

What is the acronym SAD PUCKER? Ans Retroperitoneal structures S: suprarenal (adrenal glad) A: Aorta/IVC D: duodenum (second and third part) P: pancreas (except tail) U: ureters C: colon (ascending and descending) K: kidneys E: esophagus R: rectum What are the risk factors for kidney and urinary tract system? Ans - age over 60 - personal or family hx of diabetes or hypertension, kidney disease, heart attack, or stroke. - African, Hispanic, pacific island, or native American descent -exposure to chemicals (ex paint, glue, degreasing solvents, cleaning solvents), drugs, or environmental conditions What to look for in the medical history when screening the UE? Ans 1) HTN, DM II, hyperlipidemia. Stress to vasculature, especially small vessels -> occlusive disease = atherosclerosis. Other risk factors for heart disease -> smoking, overweight/obese, poor diet, physical inactivity, excessive alcohol use. 2) Angina, MI refer to: jaw, L/R arm, retrosternal, midback, L neck.