Pc 707 module 8 exam Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

PC 707 Module 8 Exam - Endocrine Q& A If all of a sudden a patient who was previously in euthyroid state becomes symptomatic, what is important to check for? -medication adherence -review how they take the medication -potentially other drug interactions -some questions to ask---> -are they pregnant? -recently stopped taking an oral contraceptive? -recently started an antidepressant such Zoloft or a tricyclic? -have they recently started tegretol or dilantin? Testosterone deficiency: -primar...

PC 707 Module 8 Exam Questions and Answers What type of diabetes is the result of autoimmune induced pancreatic beta cell destruction resulting in insulin deficiency? - Answer ️️ -Type I DM Jenna, a 67 yo diabetic female was admitted to the ER with the following signs: Dehydration Abdominal pain Vomiting Decreased level of consciousness What is going on with Jenna? - Answer ️️ -DKA What age group does Type I DM normally occur in? - Answer ️️ -Under 30 What is the symptomati...

PC 707 Module 8 Exam Questions and Answers What type of diabetes is the result of autoimmune induced pancreatic beta cell destruction resulting in insulin deficiency? - Answer ️️ -Type I DM Jenna, a 67 yo diabetic female was admitted to the ER with the following signs: Dehydration Abdominal pain Vomiting Decreased level of consciousness What is going on with Jenna? - Answer ️️ -DKA What age group does Type I DM normally occur in? - Answer ️️ -Under 30 What is the symptomati...

PC 707 Module 8 Exam Questions and Answers What type of diabetes is the result of autoimmune induced pancreatic beta cell destruction resulting in insulin deficiency? - Answer ️️ -Type I DM Jenna, a 67 yo diabetic female was admitted to the ER with the following signs: Dehydration Abdominal pain Vomiting Decreased level of consciousness What is going on with Jenna? - Answer ️️ -DKA What age group does Type I DM normally occur in? - Answer ️️ -Under 30 What is the symptomati...

PC 707 Module 8 Spring Exam with 100% Verified and Updated Solutions What is the first line oral diabetic medicaiton? - answerBiguanides (Metformin) What is the MOA of Biguanides? - answerIncreases insulin action by suppressing glucose output from the liver, enhancing receptor sensitivity to insulin in muscle and fat, reduces glucose absorption in the gut What are the potential side effects of Biguanides? - answerMetallic taste in mouth, mild anorexia, nausea, abd discomfort, diarrhea Wh...

PC 707 Module 8 Spring Exam with 100% Verified and Updated Solutions What is the first line oral diabetic medicaiton? - answerBiguanides (Metformin) What is the MOA of Biguanides? - answerIncreases insulin action by suppressing glucose output from the liver, enhancing receptor sensitivity to insulin in muscle and fat, reduces glucose absorption in the gut What are the potential side effects of Biguanides? - answerMetallic taste in mouth, mild anorexia, nausea, abd discomfort, diarrhea Wh...

PC 707 Module 8 Spring Exam with 100% Verified and Updated Solutions What is the first line oral diabetic medicaiton? - answerBiguanides (Metformin) What is the MOA of Biguanides? - answerIncreases insulin action by suppressing glucose output from the liver, enhancing receptor sensitivity to insulin in muscle and fat, reduces glucose absorption in the gut What are the potential side effects of Biguanides? - answerMetallic taste in mouth, mild anorexia, nausea, abd discomfort, diarrhea Wh...

PC 707 Module 3 Exam - Questions and Answers What is traveler's diarrhea? -bacterial or parasitic -usually lasts 2-3 days -self limiting usually -only treat if severely ill, high fever, or lasts >7 days What treatment options are available for travelers diarrhea? -if bacterial--first line is now a macrolide (azthromycin)* -if salmonella, giardia, E. histolyic--Flagyl could be used (no alcohol with use)* Should you treat every person with travelers diarrhea? -there is faster relief with ant...

PC 707 Module 4 Exam - Cardiac Q & A Coenzyme Q-10 in the treatment of lipids: -potential link with decrease in coenzyme Q10 & heart failure--may be a predictor of mortality* -statins decrease conenzyme-Q10 levels--which are also in muscle tissue--could be a casual link to statin induced myopathy* -could benefit patients with heart failure* Use of turmeric for lipid and inflammation treatment? -anti-inflammatory -if used daily for 3 months can decrease total cholesterol, LDL, VLDL, and triglyc...

PC 707 Module 9 Exam - Dermatology, Ophthalmic, Otic Q & A Acne Vulgaris: -common chronic skin condition caused by the bacteria P. Acnes -non-inflammatory (closed & open comedones) -inflammatory (erythematous papules, pustules, nodules, cysts) What factors might be exacerbate acne outbreaks? -certain foods, dirt, stress -certain medications (anti-convulsants, anti-tuberculosis, antidepressants, steroids) Treatment of acne vulgaris: -depends on the severity and classification* -topicals (retino...