Classic cases

Question 1

A middle-aged male presents w/ fever, chills, and malaise that are associated w/ subungual hemorrhages (splinter hemorrhages on nail bed) and tender violet-colored nodules on the fingers &/or on the toes (Osler’s nodes). Palms and soles may have tender red spots on the skin (Janeway lesions).” (Some Pts may have a heart murmur.)

Answer 1

endocarditis

Question 2

An elderly man with a history of many years of cigarette smoking complains of getting short of breath upon physical exertion that worsens over time; accompanied by a chronic frequent cough that is productive of large amounts of white to light-yellow sputum (A) or progressive dyspnea with minimal cough, barrel chest, and weight loss (B).

Answer 2

A) chronic bronchitis

B) emphysema