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The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the
following?

Western blot
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Venereal Disease Research Laboratory test Viral load - correct answer.Enzyme-linked
immunosorbent assay

Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process?

Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
White blood cell count Polymorphonuclear cells
C-reactive protein (CRP) - correct answer.C-reactive protein (CRP)

Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?

GABA
Acetylcholine
Dopamine
Serotonin - correct answer.Dopamine

Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a day of
gardening one week ago. A physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most
consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:


Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle

Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm

Inability to supinate and pronate the arm

Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance - correct answer.Pain at the
elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm

,Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?

The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the involved
side.

The part of the body that is causing the patient pain should be examined first.

When possible, the patient should not be asked to perform active range-of-motion
(ROM) exercises to avoid causing pain.

Radiographs should always be obtained prior to examination so as not to cause further
injury to the patient. - correct answer.The uninvolved side should be examined initially
and then compared to the involved side.

Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an

inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?

Decreased C-reactive protein
Hyperalbuminemia
Morning stiffness
Weight gain - correct answer.Morning stiffness

Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?

Dogs
Cats
Humans
Rodents - correct answer.Dogs

A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer exercise.
Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large mass. Which of the following diagnostic tests
should the clinician order first?

Transvaginal ultrasound
Endometrial biopsy MRI
Abdominal computed tomography scan - correct answer.Transvaginal ultrasound

A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following responses
would be most appropriate?

"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay

,complications."

"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."

"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."

All of the above - correct answer.All of the above

"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."

"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."

"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."

A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold

intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months. On physical
examination, the clinician notices a sinus bradycardia; muscular stiffness; coarse, dry
hair; and a delay in relaxation in deep tendon reflexes. Which of the following tests
should be ordered next?

Serum calcium
TSH
Electrolytes
Urine specific gravity - correct answer.TSH

Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy?

Insulin
Metformin
Glucotrol
Precose - correct answer.Glucotrol

During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the clinician
suspicious?

An enlarged rubbery gland
A hard irregular gland
A tender gland
A boggy gland - correct answer.An enlarged rubbery gland

Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step?

, Remove the insect with tweezers.

Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.

Sedate Eddie with diazepam.

Shine a light in the ear for the insect to "find its way out." - correct answer.Immobilize
the insect with 2% lidocaine.

What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia?

Anemia of chronic disease
Sideroblastic anemia
Iron-deficiency anemia Thalassemia - correct answer.Iron-deficiency anemia

An 82-year-old man is seen in the primary care office with
complaints of dribbling urine and difficulty starting his stream. Which of the following
should be included in the list of differential diagnoses?


Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Parkinson's disease Prostate cancer
All of the above - correct answer.All of the above

Early rheumatoid disease is characterized by:

Pain and swelling in both small and large peripheral joints

Rigid joints with diminished range of motion

Joint swelling and immobility on rising

A cardiac rub or pulmonary friction rub - correct answer.Joint swelling and immobility on
rising

A 70-year-old female has fallen 2 weeks ago and developed
immediate pain in her left wrist. She thought she just bruised it but is worried because it
has not improved. She has used Tylenol® and ice at home, and that has helped slightly.
You examine her and find she has moderate swelling and ecchymosis but no overtly
obvious deformity. Her ROM is uncomfortable and severely diminished due to the pain.
No crepitus is heard or felt. Her fingers are warm; her pulse is strong; and capillary refill
is less than 2 seconds. What should you do?


Make an immediate referral for an orthopedic evaluation without further assessment.

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