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* Practice Test Set 2
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* APEA 3P QBank Practice Test Set 2
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1. What is the treatment of choice for community acquired, uncomplicated pneumonia?
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ANS>> Amoxicillin p1 p1




o Explanation: Amoxicillin is effective against Streptococcus pneumoniae, the most common cause of
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typical community-acquired pneumonia in otherwise healthy adults. It is preferred because of its
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safety, efficacy, and narrow spectrum.
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, 2. Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia is a type of ____________ anemia. –
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ANS>> p1 p1 p1 Pernicious; macrocytic p1




o Explanation: Vitamin B12 deficiency leads to impaired DNA synthesis in red blood cells, causing
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macrocytosis (large RBCs). Pernicious anemia is the autoimmune form caused by intrinsic factor
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deficiency.
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3. Prostate infection or inflammation can cause a sharp rise in PSA values. When should this value go
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back down to normal levels and be checked after an acute infection? –
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ANS>> 4 weeks p1 p1 p1




o Explanation: PSA levels rise due to inflammation. Retesting after 4 weeks allows the inflammation
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subside, reducing false positives for prostate cancer.
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4. The most common cause of atypical pneumonia in adults –
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ANS>> Mycoplasma pneumoniae p1 p1 p1




o Explanation: Mycoplasma pneumoniae causes “walking pneumonia” with mild symptoms, often in
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younger adults, and is resistant to beta-lactams.
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5. An herbal supplement thought to help BPH –
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ANS>> p1 p1 p1 Saw palmetto p1




o Explanation: Saw palmetto is commonly used for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) to improve
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urinary symptoms, though evidence is mixed.
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6. A male patient presents to your clinic with a lump in his breast. How should we work this up? –
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ANS>> Clinical breast exam, mammogram, AND ultrasound
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o Explanation: Male breast lumps require evaluation for malignancy. Triple assessment ensures
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accurate diagnosis.
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7. If a patient with strep comes back after 48 hours with no improvement on antibiotics, what should
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you then prescribe? –
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