A would be used to evaluate for a neuroendocrine tumor, which can present as
chronic flushing and diarrhea.
ANSWER: 24-hour urine collection for 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA)
level can be checked if Cushing syndrome is suspected. Hypertension, obesity and an
elevated blood glucose level due to insulin resistance.
ANSWER: Cortisol level
Suspect Primary hyperaldosteronism. What Lab?
ANSWER: elevated aldosterone/renin ratio
painful, subcutaneous, nonulcerated, erythematous nodules, is associated with
coccidioidomycosis. Name of rash?
ANSWER: Erythema nodosum. can also be associated with streptococcal
,infections and tuberculosis.
cutaneous rash caused by prolonged heat exposure (such as a heating pad) presenting as an
otherwise asymptomatic, red, reticulated pattern on the skin. Name of rash?
ANSWER: Erythema ab igne
Erythematous rash of the face (slapped cheek appearance), arms, and legs associated with
parvovirus B19 infection and is usually seen in young children. Name of rash?
ANSWER: Erythema infectiosum
expanding, erythematous, annular rash with or without central clearing and is often
associated with tick exposure (Lyme disease). Name of rash?
ANSWER: Erythema migrans
raised, annular, target-like lesions with central erythema and is usually
associated with herpes simplex virus type 1. Name of rash?
ANSWER: Erythema multiforme
Screening frequency for esophageal varices in patients with cirrhosis and clinically
significant portal hypertension?
ANSWER: EGD every 2-3 years
- High risk of bleeding features: small varices in patients with decompensated cirrhosis, small
varices with red wale signs (thinning of the variceal wall), and medium to large varices.
, Patient's EGD has small esophageal varices without red wale signs. Next step in the mgmt of
esophageal varices ?
ANSWER: Repeat EGD in 1-2 years
High risk features of esophageal varices? Tx?
ANSWER: Small varices in patients with decompensated cirrhosis, small
varices with red wale signs (thinning of the variceal wall), and medium to large varices.
- primary prophylaxis of hemorrhage include nonselective B-blockers such as
propranolol or endoscopic variceal ligation. If nonselective B-blockers are used, they should be
continued indefinitely. Octreotide is only given intravenously for acute
hemorrhage. No evidence that omeprazole slows the progression of esophageal
varices.
Best nonpharmacologic management of sundowning (aka behavioral and psychological
symptoms of dementia)
ANSWER: Sensory stimulation (massage, touch, and music therapy).
- Cognitive training is NOT useful in treatment of sundowning
use of prophylactic antibiotics for dental procedures in patients with a history of joint
replacement?
ANSWER: American Dental Association and the American Academy of
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