CLIPP 5 Flashcards

1
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6 signs of hypothyroidism

A

Cold skin
Slowness
Fatigue
Preferring hot weather to cold
Doing poorly at school
Coarse hair

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2
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common signs of mono

A

fatigue

pharyngitis

lymphadenopathy

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3
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Are menses in adolescence light/heavy/regular/irregular? do they cause pain?

A

often light and irregular and cause MORE cramping and discomfort

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4
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How do symptoms of depression in adolescents differ from adults?

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they do NOT experience early morning waking and difficulty falling asleep at night

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5
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After the noted weight loss or failure to gain weight in anorexia, what is the next physical finding usually noted? What is the next sign?

A

bradycardia (can become severe enough to lead to postural hypotension)

electrolyte abnormalities (hypoalbuminemia, hpoglycemia, hyponatremia)

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6
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When do boys start puberty? What are the stages?

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boys start between 10-15

growth of testicles
pubic hair
growth of penis
first ejaculations
Growth spurt
Attainment of adult height

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7
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When do girls start puberty? What are the stages?

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girls start puberty between 8-13

Breast buds
pubic hair
Growth spurt
Menarche
Attainment of adult height

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8
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What is constitutional short stature?

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an individual who is a late bloomer in puberty, but will attain normal adult height - just later than his or her peers

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9
Q

What is the inheritance pattern of von Willebrand’s disease?

A

autosomal dominant

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10
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What is the HEEADSSS mnemonic?

A

Home
Education
Eating and employment
Activities
Drugs
Sexuality
Suicide risk and depression
Safety (fights, car, weapons)

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11
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What is the differential diagnosis for fatigue in an adolescent?

A

anemia
bleeding disorder
hypothyroidism
depression
Substance abuse

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