4/15/21

Question 1

avascular necrosis of the femoral head

Answer 1

worsening pain in the joint with radiation and exacerbation due to weight-bearing activities

Question 2

risk factor for avascular necrosis

Answer 2

glucocorticoid use

Question 3

what test is indicated if CR raises from baseline with ACE or ARB use?

Answer 3

MRA renal arteries

Question 4

Ramsey hunt syndrome

Answer 4

herpes zoster infection of the facial nerve
–characterized by ipsilateral facial muscle weakness
AND
– vesicles in the ear

Question 5

Treatment for Ramsey hunt syndrome

Answer 5

antivirals (acyclovir or valacyclovir)

Question 6

Metformin – mechanism of action

Answer 6

decreases hepatic glucose production

makes your body respond better in insulin

Question 7

Autism spectrum disorder – levels

Answer 7

Level 1 - mildest form of autism
– require support
Level 3 - most severe form of autism
–requires very substantial support