GCU APEA 3P FINAL EXAM SUMMER PRACTICE
QUESTION AND ANSWERS GUARANTEED PASS
(VERIFIED EXAM)
Assessment of a 4yr old visual acuity results in 20/30 in L eye and 20/40 in R eye -
ANSWER -Means vision is normal for his age. Children at 6 years can normally
achieve 20/20 vision.
Medication given for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo - ANSWER -
Meclizine (Antivert)
Pterygium - ANSWER -A growth of fleshy tissue on the conjunctiva that can
extend onto the cornea.
- Sx include redness, irritation, and a gritty or foreign body sensation in the eye
Eye Emergencies - ANSWER -Papilledema - r/t Increased ICP, Swollen Optic
Disc, and Engorged Tortuous Vein
Acute Closed-Angle Glaucoma - Sudden onset severe eye pain and Rapid loss of
vision
Foreign Object in Eye - ANSWER -Only attempt to remove with wet cotton swab
and if not able send to ophthamologist stat
Meniere's Disease - ANSWER -Vertigo, Tinitus, and Pressure in the Right Ear
Hyperopia (Farsightedness) - ANSWER -Light that is focused behind the retina
causes the visual disturbance
,Mononucleosis - ANSWER -condition caused by the Epstein-Barr virus and
characterized by an increase in mononuclear cells (monocytes and lymphocytes) in
the blood along with enlarged lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy), fatigue, and sore
throat (pharyngitis)
Which medication is most commonly associated with hypoglycemia? - ANSWER
-Sulfonylureas i.e. Glyburide, Glipizide, Glimepiride
What does myxedema indicate and what is the clinical presentation? - ANSWER -
Myxedema indicates hypothyroidism. S&S include hypothermia, thickening of the
tongue, disorientation, and swelling of the face, hands, feet.
Hyperthyroidism S&S - ANSWER -Tachycardia, AFib, weight loss,
hyperactiivity, heat insensitivity, moist skin, exophthalmos.
Hyperprolactinemia - ANSWER -Menstrual Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction
Breast Pain
Loss of Libido
Vaginal Dryness
Infertility
Lactation
Hyperandrogenism - ANSWER -High levels of androgens in females
Acne
Seborrhea (Oily/Flaky Skin)
, Androgenic Alopecia (hair loss on scalp)
Hirsuitism
Infrequent/Absent menstruation
Can be caused by PCOS
Diabetes Mellitus - ANSWER -A1c over 6.5 or fasting glucose over 126 on 2
separate occasions
Metformin is first line treatment
Diabetic Neuropathy - ANSWER -Occurs in distal lower extremities r/t long-term
hyperglycemia
S&S include
Parestehsias
Burning
Muscle Weakness
Difficulty with Coordination/Balance
Giardiasis S&S - ANSWER -Foul Smelling Stools
Abdominal Pain
Flatulence which can spread the disease
Bloating/Nausea/Vomiting
Giardiasis Treatment - ANSWER -Metronidazole 250mg TID
Cirrhosis S&S - ANSWER -Coagulopathy
Thrombocytopenia in early stages
Bleeding Varices
QUESTION AND ANSWERS GUARANTEED PASS
(VERIFIED EXAM)
Assessment of a 4yr old visual acuity results in 20/30 in L eye and 20/40 in R eye -
ANSWER -Means vision is normal for his age. Children at 6 years can normally
achieve 20/20 vision.
Medication given for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo - ANSWER -
Meclizine (Antivert)
Pterygium - ANSWER -A growth of fleshy tissue on the conjunctiva that can
extend onto the cornea.
- Sx include redness, irritation, and a gritty or foreign body sensation in the eye
Eye Emergencies - ANSWER -Papilledema - r/t Increased ICP, Swollen Optic
Disc, and Engorged Tortuous Vein
Acute Closed-Angle Glaucoma - Sudden onset severe eye pain and Rapid loss of
vision
Foreign Object in Eye - ANSWER -Only attempt to remove with wet cotton swab
and if not able send to ophthamologist stat
Meniere's Disease - ANSWER -Vertigo, Tinitus, and Pressure in the Right Ear
Hyperopia (Farsightedness) - ANSWER -Light that is focused behind the retina
causes the visual disturbance
,Mononucleosis - ANSWER -condition caused by the Epstein-Barr virus and
characterized by an increase in mononuclear cells (monocytes and lymphocytes) in
the blood along with enlarged lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy), fatigue, and sore
throat (pharyngitis)
Which medication is most commonly associated with hypoglycemia? - ANSWER
-Sulfonylureas i.e. Glyburide, Glipizide, Glimepiride
What does myxedema indicate and what is the clinical presentation? - ANSWER -
Myxedema indicates hypothyroidism. S&S include hypothermia, thickening of the
tongue, disorientation, and swelling of the face, hands, feet.
Hyperthyroidism S&S - ANSWER -Tachycardia, AFib, weight loss,
hyperactiivity, heat insensitivity, moist skin, exophthalmos.
Hyperprolactinemia - ANSWER -Menstrual Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction
Breast Pain
Loss of Libido
Vaginal Dryness
Infertility
Lactation
Hyperandrogenism - ANSWER -High levels of androgens in females
Acne
Seborrhea (Oily/Flaky Skin)
, Androgenic Alopecia (hair loss on scalp)
Hirsuitism
Infrequent/Absent menstruation
Can be caused by PCOS
Diabetes Mellitus - ANSWER -A1c over 6.5 or fasting glucose over 126 on 2
separate occasions
Metformin is first line treatment
Diabetic Neuropathy - ANSWER -Occurs in distal lower extremities r/t long-term
hyperglycemia
S&S include
Parestehsias
Burning
Muscle Weakness
Difficulty with Coordination/Balance
Giardiasis S&S - ANSWER -Foul Smelling Stools
Abdominal Pain
Flatulence which can spread the disease
Bloating/Nausea/Vomiting
Giardiasis Treatment - ANSWER -Metronidazole 250mg TID
Cirrhosis S&S - ANSWER -Coagulopathy
Thrombocytopenia in early stages
Bleeding Varices
