ABMSP Primary Care in Podiatric Medicine Practice Exam
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This practice exam is designed for podiatrists specializing in primary care. It covers diagnostic and treatment procedures for common podiatric conditions such as foot and ankle injuries, diabetic foot care, and musculoskeletal disorders. Candidates will be tested on their ability to manage chronic...
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Viral Pathology for ABMSP Primary
Care in Podiatric Medicine Exam
1. Which virus is most commonly associated with plantar warts?
a) Human papillomavirus (HPV)
b) Herpes simplex virus (HSV)
c) Varicella-zoster virus (VZV)
d) Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)
Answer: a) Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Explanation: Plantar warts are caused by certain strains of HPV, particularly types 1, 2, 4,
and 63.
2. What is the most effective treatment modality for plantar warts?
a) Antibiotics
b) Antifungal cream
c) Cryotherapy
d) Antiviral medication
Answer: c) Cryotherapy
Explanation: Cryotherapy, which involves freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen, is a
commonly used and effective treatment for plantar warts.
3. Molluscum contagiosum is caused by which type of virus?
a) Poxvirus
b) Adenovirus
c) Herpesvirus
d) Papillomavirus
Answer: a) Poxvirus
Explanation: Molluscum contagiosum is caused by a poxvirus and leads to small, flesh-
colored bumps on the skin.
4. What is a common characteristic of warts caused by HPV?
a) Fluid-filled blisters
b) Painful ulcers
c) Rough, cauliflower-like surface
d) Smooth, shiny surface
Answer: c) Rough, cauliflower-like surface
Explanation: Warts caused by HPV typically have a rough, cauliflower-like surface.
5. Herpes simplex virus (HSV) can cause which condition in the foot?
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a) Verrucae
b) Herpes whitlow
c) Athlete's foot
d) Tinea corporis
Answer: b) Herpes whitlow
Explanation: Herpes whitlow is an infection caused by HSV, typically presenting as a
painful, swollen lesion on the toes or fingers.
6. Which of the following is a primary mode of transmission for plantar warts?
a) Blood transfusion
b) Direct contact with infected surfaces
c) Airborne droplets
d) Insect bites
Answer: b) Direct contact with infected surfaces
Explanation: Plantar warts are often transmitted through direct contact with surfaces
contaminated with HPV, such as floors in communal showers.
7. What is the main symptom of viral infections in the foot?
a) Itching
b) Tingling or pain
c) Hair loss
d) Excessive sweating
Answer: b) Tingling or pain
Explanation: Viral infections such as herpes can cause tingling, pain, or burning sensations
in the affected area.
8. Which diagnostic method is most commonly used to confirm the presence of HPV in
warts?
a) Blood test
b) Skin biopsy
c) PCR (polymerase chain reaction)
d) Urine test
Answer: c) PCR (polymerase chain reaction)
Explanation: PCR is commonly used to detect the DNA of HPV in tissue samples.
9. Which type of HPV is least likely to cause plantar warts?
a) HPV 1
b) HPV 2
c) HPV 4
d) HPV 16
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Answer: d) HPV 16
Explanation: HPV 16 is more commonly associated with anogenital warts and cancers, not
plantar warts.
10. What is a common complication of untreated plantar warts?
a) Development of malignant melanoma
b) Secondary bacterial infection
c) Formation of keloids
d) Vitiligo
Answer: b) Secondary bacterial infection
Explanation: Untreated plantar warts can lead to secondary bacterial infections due to the
disruption of the skin barrier.
11. How can the spread of molluscum contagiosum be prevented in communal settings?
a) Frequent application of moisturizers
b) Wearing shoes or sandals in communal areas
c) Using antiviral creams regularly
d) Avoiding physical activity
Answer: b) Wearing shoes or sandals in communal areas
Explanation: Wearing shoes or sandals can help prevent the spread of molluscum
contagiosum by reducing direct contact with contaminated surfaces.
12. Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of herpes simplex virus
infection in the foot?
a) Grouped vesicles
b) Painful blisters
c) Central necrosis
d) Persistent itching
Answer: c) Central necrosis
Explanation: Herpes simplex virus infection typically presents as grouped vesicles and
painful blisters without central necrosis.
13. Which antiviral medication is commonly prescribed for herpes simplex infections?
a) Acyclovir
b) Amoxicillin
c) Clotrimazole
d) Metronidazole
Answer: a) Acyclovir
Explanation: Acyclovir is an antiviral medication commonly used to treat herpes simplex
infections.
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14. Plantar warts are most likely to appear on which part of the foot?
a) Toes
b) Heel
c) Ball of the foot
d) Arch
Answer: c) Ball of the foot
Explanation: Plantar warts commonly appear on weight-bearing areas of the foot, such as
the ball of the foot.
15. Verruca vulgaris is another term for what condition?
a) Athlete's foot
b) Plantar warts
c) Common warts
d) Ingrown toenails
Answer: c) Common warts
Explanation: Verruca vulgaris is the medical term for common warts.
16. Which of the following is a potential side effect of cryotherapy for warts?
a) Hyperpigmentation
b) Alopecia
c) Systemic infection
d) Nerve damage
Answer: a) Hyperpigmentation
Explanation: Cryotherapy can cause hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation at the
treatment site.
17. What is the primary cause of viral shedding in herpes simplex infections?
a) Active vesicular outbreaks
b) Asymptomatic viral replication
c) Secondary bacterial infection
d) Immune system suppression
Answer: b) Asymptomatic viral replication
Explanation: Herpes simplex virus can be shed asymptomatically, leading to transmission
even in the absence of active outbreaks.
18. Which laboratory test can differentiate between herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2?
a) ELISA
b) Western blot
c) Tzanck smear
d) Type-specific serology
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