APEA 3P Final Exam Review updated with correct Answers

Which headache sign does not warrant an immediate investigation? - Ans: Relieved with use of common analgesics During a migraine, what happens to the cerebral arteries? - Ans: They dilate You are evaluating a 15-year old patient for bipolar disorder. His parents tell you that he has severe mood swings, is easily distracted, and constantly corrects his teachers. You would have a high suspicion for bipolar if which symptom was present? - Ans: He sleeps less than 4 hours nightly Which risk factor is not associated with breast cancer? - Ans: Low socioeconomic status A 26-year old woman with bulimia is likely to be: - Ans: Of average weight What medication is used to relieve acute wheezing in a patient with asthma? - Ans: Short acting beta agonist You are evaluating an 80 year old patient for recent episodes of incontinence and confusion. His family states that this is unusual for him and he has become increasingly forgetful over the past two weeks. Which medication might be responsible for this? - Ans: Tagamet (cimetidine) What suggests hyperandrogenism in an adolescent female? - Ans: Hirsutism Which is a synovial joint? - Ans: Shoulder