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T/F “all that wheezes is not asthma, and all asthma does not wheeze”

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true

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asthma incidence has been increasing for 30 years

two theories why

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air pollution

increased sensitivity to allergens due to hygiene hypothesis

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describe the effect of H pylori on cancer

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increaesd risk of gastric cancer, decreased risk of esophageal cancer

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five chronic complications of DM

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CAD

PVD

nephropathy

neuropathy

retinopathy

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three Ps of diabetes

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polyuria

polydipsia

polyphagia

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resistant TB treatment

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up to 20 months of 2nd or 3rd line agents

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US findings of ectopic pregnancy

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No IUP “empty uterus”

adnexal mass

free fluid in the cul de sac

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what is necessary for the evaluation of first trimester pain and bleeding

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ultrasound is mandatory to catch ectopic pregnancy brefore rupture

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diagnosis of melaoma

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biopsy

ABCDE

ugly duckling

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fatal complication of diabetes

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diabetic ketoacidosis

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four non-joint manifestations of RA

is there an effect on lifespan

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anemia, pleura, eye, skin

life span is shortened, mechanism unknown

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T/F multiple myeloma bones are prone to fracture

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true

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OA symptoms

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pain on use that is worse with activity and improved with rest

<15 of stiffness each morning

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what is the presentation of ectopic pregnancy

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vaginal bleeding

pelvic pain

usually starts in the firs ttrimester

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what percent of people have asthma

how many office visits are asthmas related

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7-10%

1-3%

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define diabete mellitus

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a disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia due to relative or absolute deficiency of insulin, or resistance to insulin

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signs of appendicitis

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abdominal pain

nauseaa

low fever, leukocytosis

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treatment for gastric cancer

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gastrectomy (only possible for 30% of patients)

chemo

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what is the most common type of hyperthyroidism (60-80%)

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graves disease

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how do H2 inbitors block acid production

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block the binding f histamine in to receptors, stopping the production of cMAP from adenylate cyclase and reducting proton pump action

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what medication is used to treat gout by reducing inflammation

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colchicine

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two photo treatments of psoriaisis

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UVB, PUVA

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which thyroid hormone is most readily available

why is this effect in treatment

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T4

because T4 is converted to T3 in tissues

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when will most diabetic have complications

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after 20 years

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psoriasis
chronic, relapsing skin disorder that causes itching, joint inflammation, and depression
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what is the function of beta-2 agonists in asthma treatment side effects are caused by beta 1 cross reactivity what are the side efects
bronchodilation tachycardia, hyperglycemia, HTN
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describe multiple myeloma in three bullets
most common form of bone cancer comes from a single plasma cell produces large amounts of antibodies
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four pathologies of appedicitis
obstruction form feces, foreign body, inflammation, neoplasm
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tests and exams to confirm cushings
elevated cortisol cortisol suppression test Low ACTH levels imaging
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what is the process of a bone marrow transplant
destroy bone marrow with radiation and chem transplant hematogenous stem cells
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What is responsible for GERD
a disorder of the lower esophageal sphincter that allow acid to come up
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risk factors for GERD
obesity hiatal hernia increased acid production
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5 general categories of hormones
amino acid neuropeptides proteins/glycoproteins Steroids Vitamin deriviatives
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what is required to pass TB onto someone else what is the efficiency of transition
fair close prolonged contact 23%
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what is the preferred method of treatment to definatively cure hyperthyroid what makes it good
ablation wth radioactive iodine because it spares the parathyroid
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symptomatic treatment of cirrhosis
paracentesis of ascities shunts to reduce portal hypertension correction of coagulopathy and hypoalbumemia
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treatment for fibromyalgia
antidepressants lifestyle adjustment (stress reduction, exercise, normal sleep)
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how does the IBD increase the risk of colon cancer based on duration
after 10 yrs 2% after 20 8% after 30 18%
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what is the treatment for a cure in esophageal cancer
surgery, radiation, chemo
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5 protein/glycoprotein hormones
FSH LH TSH HCG Insulin PTH
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target cell
the end-target of a hormone that produces a response within the cell
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what is the hallmark of type II DM
insulin resistance
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what is the most common cause of cholecystitis
distal occulsion of the bile duct by a gallstone
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gram negative sources of HAP
klebsiella, pseudomonas
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why can radioactive iodine be used to ablate the thyroid
because the thyroid is the only place where iodine is stored in the bdoy
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psoriasis is associated with increased risk for what diseases
inflammatory bowel disease skin cancer upper GI cancer lung cancer
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which is more relevant, long or short feedback loops? why?
long, because they work on the hypothalamus and the pitutiary
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what medications can be used to reduce inflammation of asthma
glucocorticoids or other anti-inflammatories
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trigger of RA
unknow, suspected infectious agent or smoking
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what diagnoses for cushings have a good prognosis? poor?
good: cushings disease and iatrogenic cushings bad: adrenal carcinoma and small cell lung cancer
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how is COPD related to asthma
smoking damages epithelium, leading to infection, inflammtion and asthma like reactive airways
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typical cause of lobar pneumonia
strep
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dermatological manifestation of insufficient oxygenation
clubbing and cyanosis
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T/F its common to have severe symptoms in the early stages of pancreatic cancer
false, it is commonly asymptomatic
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what changed in peptic ulcer treatment after 1981
helicobacter pyloria was linked to PUD
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what is common when ovarian cancer starts to spread in the abdomen
obstruction, malabsorption
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special hazard of PR
connection with giant cell arteritis in 1/3 of patients what can cause sudden blindness due to occluding the opthalmic arteries
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what is the main method of TB spread where else can it come from
airborne in aerosol mucus infected cow milk
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what is the effect of Hep D and B infection
a significantly more severe disease than Hep B alone
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what is the age and gender bias for esophageal cancer
50-70 3x more common in men to women
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explain why endocrine systems are homeostatic
they respond to outside challenges to maintain homeostasis
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what is the result of build up of nodular and fibrotic tissue from cirrhosis
obstruction of the biliary channels and portal hypertension
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two types of auto immunte arthritis
rheumatoid arthritis lupus
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when does obstetrical dating start
the first day of the LMP
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what is the hallmark symptom of RA
early morning stiffness lasting more than one hour
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renal involvement of gout
urate crystals can deposit in the glomeruli and cause renal failure
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risk factors for esophageal cancer
tobacco (specifically for squamous cell) obesity GERD/Barrett's esophagus
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two types of myalgia for our test
fibromyalgia polymyalgia rheumatica
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three orgin sites for ovarian cancer which is the most common
epithelial germ cell stromal/sex cord epithelial
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differentiating factor between RA and OA
OA effects the hips and spine, RA doesn't, though it can effect many joints
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three types of peptic acid disorders
benign peptic ulcers GERD zollinger-ellison syndrome (gastrinoma)
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what treatment that works on gout won't be very helpful in other cases of arthritis
colchicine will reduce pain only in gout, not OA and RA
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where are other ACTH secreting cells located beside the pituitary
small cell lung cancers
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methods to stimulate cartiliage repair in OA
glucosamine/chondroitin, chondroctye transplantation
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diagnostic process of lung cancer
direct visualization with biopsy diagnostic imaging
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what happens histologically with smoking
the loss of respiratory cilia
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what is the gender bias of cholelithaisis
women over men, 8.6% to 5.5%
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how common is Hep A how is it spread what is the mortality rate
30% of americans are serologically positive for Hep A fecal oral transmission from sanitation, shellfish usualyl low, the disease does not lead to chronic infection or liver damage
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what was the mean survival of a diabetic patient before 1922 after what changed?
5 year \<5% increaed to 30-40 years insulin was discovered
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PE findings for appedicitis
RLQ, pain, guarding, rebound, positive psoas or obturator
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treatment for melanoma
excision chemo immunotherapy
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prognosis of active TB
100% cure rate with compliance and non-drug resistance withotut treatment 35% will die in 1 year, another 35% in five years
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is Hep C commonly spread to babies through breast feeding
not commonly
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what is the process of Hep A
incubation for 30 days prodrome for several days icteric phase for 2-3 weeks with worsening symptoms convalescence
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why is it imporant to know the amount of a hormone that is bound vs free
a bound hormone can't do anything
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how long does an acute gout flare last do they recur? when wil gout cause joint deformity
several days to weeks yes, in months or years later only in early onset or untreated goiut
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paracrine
chemical signalling to nearby cells
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5 adverse effects of cortisol
weight gain striae moon facies HTN peptic ulcers
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three facts about steroid hormones
insoluble requires transport molecules causes DNA transcription and translation
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four less common symptoms of pneumonia
pleurisy, chest pain, hemoptysis, anorexia
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what is the fucntion of C peptide after it is removed from proinsulin what would high levels of c peptide indicate? low?
nothing high levels = type 2 DM low = type 1 DM
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what is the most common type of osteoporosis
involutional
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what is the gender ratio of patients with graves disease
female 8:1
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three bacteria agents that will cause septic arthritis
gonorrhea, staph, strep, TB
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three subtypes of osteosarcoma
osteoblastic fibroblastic chondroblastic
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polymyalgia rheumatica also has...
pain and stiffness of the shoulder and pelvic muscles causing difficulty combing hair or rising from a chair due to pain, not weakness also has a low grade fever, weight loss, and malaise
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two types of COPD what is the difference
chronic bronchitis and emphysema chronic bronchitis is has more obstruction from sputum and inflammation emphysema has more destruction of alveoli
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what percent of people will develop episodic biliary pain related to gallstones what are the symptoms
10-25% RUQ pain, often at night pain related to a high fat meal lasts from 30 minute to hours
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screening procedures for colorectal cancer
fecal occult blood testing fecal immunochemistry screening colonoscopy
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three ways to limt joint trauma in OA
reduce joint loading, change types of exercise, strengthen muscles
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risks of osteoporosis treatment
estrogens: heart disease and breast cancer bisphosphonates: jaw osteonecrosis SERMs: hot flashes Ca supps: renal caliculi
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two variants of endometriosis
benign and aggressive
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what is the effect of glucocorticoids on asthma treatment typical oral treatment one example of inhaled glucocorticoids
strong anti inflammatory effect prednisone for 5-10 days flunisolide
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what joint is most commonly effected by gout
the big toe
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T/F tuberculosis only effects the lungs
false, late stages can effect every organ
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describe pelvic pain associated with ectopic pregnancy
usually mild, starts at 6-8 weeks in
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what are the physical exam findings present with cholecystitis
murphy's sign
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diagnossis of esophageal cancer
endoscopy, biopsy, Ct for stagin
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T/F gallstones are usually symptomatic
false
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three mediations that cause cause asthma
beta blockers anaphylaxis to medication aspirin
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why would you check for hyperthyroidism in new onset a fib
because hyperthyroid can trigger arrhytmias
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symptoms of lung cancer
weight loss (50-90%) cough (60%) hemoptysis (10-30%) some have cest pain (20-40%)
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tophus
a nodular deposit of urate monohydrate crystals that cuases a foreign body reaction
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what is the risk of breast cancer in females without estrogen what about men with estrogen
male level risk increased risk because of estrogen
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what joints are most commonly affected by RA
MP, PIP, knees
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thyroid storm
acute high levels of T3 and T4 that can cause hypotension and fever
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two stratgies to reduce insulin resistance
weight loss medication (biguanides and thiaxolidinediones)
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what are the protective effects of gastric prostaglandins
suppression of acid production stimulates mucin production increase HCO3 increase muscosal blood flow
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four types of arthritis
auto immune osteo gout septic/infectious
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PUD treatment
eradicate H pylori reduced acid secretion neutralize acid enhance mucosal defense
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what is the pathophysiology of asthma
reduction in airway diameter brough about by a contraction of smooth muscle, vascular congestion, edema, and tenacious sputum
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diagnostic process for asthma
improvement of symptoms with bronchodilators sensitivity to stimuli sputum elevated IgE high blood eosinophil counts
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what are three less common presentations of breast cancer
nipple erosion or discharge skin dimpling inflammatory breast carcinoma
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describe pelvic pain associatd with ectopic pregnancy
usually starts at weeks 7-9 can vary from cramping to sharp pain
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how has PUD disease changed
H pylori nsaid and sterioids effect increase acid production (smoking and stress) inadequate mucosal effect (smoking)
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autocrine
chemical signaling of cells among the same type
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what two effects of cortisol are considerd to improve resistance to stress
increased glucose availibility increased blood pressure
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three signs of clotting abnormalities in the skin
petechiae purpura easy bruising
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prognosis of osteosarcoma
good with treatment, greater than 10 years at 60-80% without, death in months
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where are T3 receptors found
in alll most all human tissue
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what percent of patients with lung cancer are symptomatic on diagnosis
75-90%
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who should be screened for colorectal cancer
low risk patients every 10 years at 50 high risk earlier and more often
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what is the goal of psoriasis treatment
slow the turnover rate of the epidermis
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what makes Hep C more problematic
chronic infection is a comon complication and is the leading cause of cirrhosis
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how is IBD diagnosed
diagnostic imaging endoscopy
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what has changed recently in RA treatment
DMARDs have allowed for early intervention with aggressive treatment, if patients can afford them
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what causes tuberculosis describe the pathogens
infection by mycobaterium tuberculosis slow growing acid fast aerobe
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five symptoms of acute cholecystitis
biliary pain nausea/vomiting fever leukocytosis jaudice
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dermatological manifestation of heart failure
pitting edema
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cushing syndrome
a cluster of symptoms caused by excess cortisol
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OA treatment types
anti-inflammatory/analgesia cartilage repair surgical reduce joint loading
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what is the presentation of ruptured ectopic pregnancy
massive intrabdominal blood loss severe pain syncope
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what cells in the pancreatic islets that secrete insulin glucagon
beta cells alpha cells
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what are the main risks for chronic pancreatitis
alcoholism, smoking, biliary tract disease
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three areas of cancer of the reproductive system
breast cancer ovarian uterine
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two ways to improve COPD symptoms
stop smoking and control infections improve airways with asthma medicaiton (bronchodilators, glucocorticoids, reduction in airway mucus
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what triggers beta cell loss in type I DM
can be a virus or toxin such as mumps or coxsackie, as well as a genetic predispostion
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what is the second most common primary bone cancer is it common overall? when does it most commonly strike
osteosarcoma no 60% in the first two decades
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two types of vitamin derived hormones
retinoids (vitamin A) vitamin D
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three types of steroid hormones
estrogens androgens progestins
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should patients with hep C us protection
its not necessary
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three disease that can be triggered by hyperthyroid
acute chest pain (MI) CHF Arrhythmia
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two considerations to account for with surgical excision of melanoma
wide surgical margins with lymph node sampling
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what is the 5 year survivable prognosis for esophageal cancer
less than 20%
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secondary hyperthyroid
failure of the pituitary to release TSH
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two actions of insulin
inhibit catabolism promotes anabolism
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what is the etiology of PR
autoimmune disorder with elevated ESR
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in what countries are breast cancers most commonly found why
developed countries related to fat content
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what is the main cause of cervical cancer what are two synergistic factors
HPV smoking, immunosuppression
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common treatment of PR
predinsone should produce recovery in 72 hrs or its something else conitinue low does steroids for 6-12 montsh
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two main types of hyperthyroidism
graves disease toxic nodular goiter
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gout treatment strategies
reduce acid production through diet reduce inflammation enhaance excretion
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what is the common cause of squamous cell carcinoma when would it be considered deadly
UV light when it is in the oral cavities or mucus membranes
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what is insulin what compound is it derived from how does this happen
a small protein conversion of proinsulin into insulin removal of connecting C peptide
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downsides of glucocorticoid treatment of asthma
can cause calcium deficiency, HTN, hyperglycemia
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where do lung mets spread
liver, spine, and brain
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2/3 of RA patients will present with what
fatigue, malise, generalized weakness, vague joint complaints
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define pneumonia
inflammation of the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, fungus
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what is the radiographic hallmark of multiple myeloma
punch out lesions
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what is the treatment for multiple myeloma
aggressive chemo, possibly bone marrow transplant
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in what hyperthyroid condition does exopthalmos not occur
goiter
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what is the cause of goiters is there a gender bias what may be a contributing factor
unknown no, 1:1 low iodine may contribute
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what differentiates allergic from idiosyncratic asthma
idiosyncratic has no Hx, negative allergy skin tests, normal serum IgE
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what are the three primary surgical treatments of breast cancer
lumpectomy mastectomy axillary node dissection
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three imaging studies for lung cancer and their utlitiy
CXR CT (for CT biopsy) PET (useful in looking for distant mets)
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how to prevent Hep A
sanitation hep A vaccine antiobodies for post exposure treatment
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what is the method of imaging a gall stone
ultrasound
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two methods to reduce acid production related to PUD
H2 receptor antagonist PPI
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what is the first line treatment for hypothyroid
daily thyroxine
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what is the purpose of screening procedures for colorectal cancer
the identification and removal of adenimoatous polyps
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four types of primary bone cancer
multiple myeloma osteosarcoma chondrosarcoma ewing sarcoma
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three pathophysiology hallmarks of COPD
airflow obstruction alveolar dialtion and destruction chronic and acute airway infection
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what is the connection between ethanol and breast cancer
slight increase in ris
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long feedback look
a feedback loop where the end hormone produce by trophic stimulation will inhibit production at the hypothalamus and pituitary
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what causes DKA
hyperglycemia \>300mg/dl causes keto acids to accumulate
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what is the treatment of an ectopic pregnancy
removal of affected tube blood transfusion
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treatment for HAP
ABx for resistant pathogens supportive care
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how common are peptic ulcers how has the epidemiiology changed
very common (500,000 new cases yearly) increasing numbers of gastric ulcers vs duodenal
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what typpe of diabetics are most likely to have DKA
type one
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treatment of unruptured ectopics
methotrexate with follow up laproscopy with preservation (little) or removal (big) of the tube
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what is the effect of smoking cessation on CVD
decreased risk to normal within 3-5 years
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what demographic has the highest instance of IBD
ashkenazi jews
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major endocrine glands (10)
1. pineal gland 2. parathyroid 3. thyroid 4. hypothalamus 5. pituitary 6. thymus 7. kidney 8. adrenal 9. pancreas 10. ovary/testes
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three goals of COPD treatment
prevent, improve, support
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what type of bacteria is helicobacter pylori where is it common if H pylori is not erradicated what is the risk
gram negative spirochet that causes gastritis most common in places with poor santitation 85% of ulcers will recur
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treatment of H pylori
2 week course of abx with bismuth or PPI
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short feed back loop
a feedback loop where a trophic hormone from the pituitary inhibits production of stimulating factors from the hypothalamus
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how are hormones sent through out the body
dissolved in blood or bound to carriers
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5 risk factors for pancreatitis
alcohol abuse smoking female gender biliary disease medicaion
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what type of peptic ulcer is most common what age what age of gastric
duodenal 4:1 35-55 55-70
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how is bone density measured
DEXA
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what are the conventional screens for HPV
pap smear liquid based medium
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HLA-DR4 is associated with what is this correlated to incidence
RA no, only 10-15 percent of twins with HLA-DR4 will have concordant RA
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what are the diagnostic considerations for endometriosis
laparoscopy open surgery US
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what is the relationship of leukotrines to asthma treatment what is one side effect of increased leukotrienes
modulation of inflammation LTD4 is a powerful bronchoconstrictor
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how is hep b spread
transfusion exchange of bodily fluids vertical transmission (mother to off spring)
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treatment of osteoporosis
Ca supplements estrogen selective estrogen modulators (SERMs) bisphosphates
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symptoms of UC
diarrhea, cramping, rectal bleeding, passage of mucus
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hallmarks of allergic asthma
personal or family Hx of allergies early onset
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what type of feedback loop primarily regulates the endocrine system how is regulation accomplished
negative secretion of inhibiting or enhancing factors
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smoking cessation is only effective 15-20% of the time why? what can be done to help the odds
nicotine is highly addictive multi-faceted programs (education, support groups, meds)
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treatment for endometrial cancer
radiation surgery hormones chemo
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three types of emergency asthma treatment
epinephrine subcutaneous injection beta 2 inhalers glucocorticoids
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risk factors for pancreatic cancer
smoking chronic pancreatitis obestity long term diabetes
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three examples of antiinflammtory/analgesic treatment of OA
NSAID, joint injections, heat therapy
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what causes osteosarcoma in older patients
radiation or transformation from pagets disease
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five effects of cortisol
increases glucose production raises blood pressure raises blood sugar lowers lymphcyte and monocyte levesl
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two main types of IBD
Ulcerative colitis or crohns
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what percept of prenancies are ectopic what percent of those are in the fallopian tube
0.5% 95% in the fallopian tube
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T/F complete control of glucose is bad
true, it decreases longevity
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what are the treatments for psoriasis ranked by toxicity what is the relationship between toxicity and effectiveness
topical, photo, systemic increasingly effective treatment is increasingly toxic
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what are the laboratory signs of cholecystitis
leukocytosis, elevated bilirubin, elevated liver enzymes
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what kind of diet will lower the risk of galll stones
low carb high fiber
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what can cause CAP pneumonia what is the most common
bacteria, virus, fungi strepococcus pneumoniae (65-70%)
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symptoms of crohns
recurrent episodes of RLQ pain malabsorption steatorrhea bowel obstruction
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where is GERD most common
develop countries 10-20%
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why can FSH, LH, TSH, and HCG cross react with each other
they have receptors in the same family
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from a clinical perspective, what are the two types of lung cancer
small cell and non small cell
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three consequences of bone marrow failure found in multiple myeloma
anemia bacterial infection increased bleeding
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T/F periodic swelling of joints, with rednesss and pain are common with RA
true
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what is the current mortality for hospital pneumonia patients
10%
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what is the only behavioral risk factor of RA
smoking
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what type of hormones will dissolve in blood what type of hormones will need a carrier
water soluable lipid soluble
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what is the risk factor for breast cancer associated with familial linkage but...
risk is increased 3-4x if a mother or sister has breast cancer 75% of patients have no history
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what joints can be affected by RA
almost any joint except those of the thorax but including the neck
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benign variant endometriosis characteristics
later onset superficial lesions slow progression
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what age is most common for polymyalgia rheumatica
always after age 50, mean 72
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two regulators of thyroid function
thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) thyrotropin (TSH)
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FLD causes and management
chronic alcohol use obestiy metabolic disease drug toxicity
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primary hyperthyroid
the 99% of hypothyroidism that is caused by failure of the thyroid galdn
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what is the relationship between keloids and skin pigmentation
increasing pigmentation increases risk
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how common is hashimotos is there a gender bias
1-4/1000 females 1:4
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three results of airway inflammation
bronchial hyperreactivity and bronchospasm increased secretion and viscosity bronchial remodeling
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what percent of TB are resistant to first line drugs how does mortality from multi-resistant TB compare to untreated active TB
10-15% of all strains they are similar
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how is fatty liver detected
liver function test US CT
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what often causes chest pain assocaited with lung cancer
mets to bone
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when is direct inoculation a common cause of septic arthritis
complication of joint injection or post surgical
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why is inhalation therapy common
maximizes airway dose, minimizes systemic dose to decrease side effects
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at what age does mammography have a proven value
between ages 50-70, no value under age 40
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symptoms and infectiousness of an active (progressive) TB infection
systemic symptoms (fever, weight loss, cough, hemoptysis, fatigue) TB bacilli in expired air
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what is the treatment plan of hyperthyroid
control symptoms prevent thyrid storm plan long term control
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what is the main task of the thyroid
to produce T3 ad T4
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where does osteosarcoma start what is the msot common complaint what is the risk of untreated cancer
in a long bone bone pain with pathologic fracture mets to other bones or the lungs
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what is the most common cause of hypothyroid
hashimotos thyroiditis
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what is the key pathologic feature of TB why does it form
caseous granuloma because the immune system cannot eliminate TB
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T/F most chronic conditions are no effected by cortisol
false, many (such as DM and HTN) can be exacerbated by cortisol
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what is the most common bone disorder in the US what is the gender bias
involutional osteoporosis
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two treatment options for basal or squamous cell carcinoma
outpatient excision or thermal ablation
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osteoporosis
loss of calcium from overactive osteoclasts that results in a demineralization of bone with a normal bone matrix
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ABCDE for melanoma
assymetry border color diameter evolution
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who is Hep E most dangerous in
pregnany women and immunosuppressed patients
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how is fibromyalgia diagnosed
physical exam with trigger points widespread pain for longer than 3 montsh
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prodromal symptoms of Hep A
malaise, anorexia, fatigue, myalgia, RUQ tenderness
264
what is the risk of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy
death
265
contrast the course of illness between Hep A and B
they have similar symptoms and rarely fatal, BUT chronic infection is possible that increases risk of cirrhosis and hepatoma
266
how does early diagnosis effect prognosis of ovarian cancer but...
early detection increases prognosis but only 20% of cases are detected earyl
267
three factors that increase risk for endometrial cancer two factors that decrease risk
estrogen exposure, insufficient progesteron, genetics oral contraceptives, progestin use
268
two benign forms of skin cancer one maglignant type
basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma melanoma
269
three lower GI disorders
acute appendicitis colorectal cancer IBS
270
hypertrophic scars
raised or expanded scars that often form in reaction to suboptimal healing
271
four risk factors for osteoporosis
genetics smoking low calcium intake early menopause
272
Which is more common, Hep A or B
hep A 5-6% positive
273
what is the most common age group to form keloids
10-20
274
three options for GERD treatment
gastric acid suppression lifestyle modification surgery
275
when would a septicemia cause arthritis
a systemic infection, comonly in immuno suppressed patients or IV drug usres
276
isoniazid and rifampin
first line TB drugs
277
how effective is gardasil against cervical cancer what about genital warts
prevents 70-90% of cervical cancer only some protection
278
medications used in treatent of RA
NSAIDs physical therapy glucocorticoids DMARDs
279
what is the main risk factor for melanoma why is the incidence increasing but the mortality decreasing
sun exposure sun worship - early detection, better treatment
280
what is the mortality for acute pancreatitis
5-25% depending on severity
281
three ways to use hormone suppression to treat endometriosis
contraceptives Pituitary down regulation mild androgens
282
what are the laboratory tests that will confirm hyperthyroid
very low or absent TSH very high T4 sometimes autoimmune tests are positive
283
gram positive sources of HAP pneumonia
strep and staph
284
how many joints does gout usually effect
one
285
what is the main complication of osteoporosi
increased risk of fracture
286
treatment for endometriosis
NSAIDs for dysmenorrhea ovarian suppresssion surgery
287
why is follow up in TB treatment so important
monitor compliance, clinical response, and drug toxicity
288
dscribe the abdominal pain associated with appendicitis
periumbilical and epigastric, migrating to the right lowe quadrand
289
differing pain in gastric ulcers
intermittent heartburn type vs chronic boring pain with deep ulcers
290
two parts of the adrenal gland
medulla cortex
291
symptoms of gastric cancer
none, in the early stages upper abdominal pain anorexia/weight loss blood loss anemia
292
diagnosis of gastric cancer
double contrast upper GI xray esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
293
what percent of patients will develop latent TB what about progressive TB
90-95% 5-10%
294
what is the prognosis of small cells lung cancer with and without treatment
with 10-16 months without 6-17 weeks
295
diagnostic factors of pancreatitis
elevation of pancreatic enzymes fever and leukocytosis Ct imaging
296
what is the function of the adrenal medulla
secretes epi/norepinephrine
297
what will the response to T3 be
increased... energy utilization protein synthesis sensitivity to other hormones
298
what is the prognosis of lung cancer 1 and 5 year
1 year, 40% 5 year, 15%
299
three goals of asthma treatment
reduce inflammation dilate terminal airways improve airway secretions
300
three risk factors for gastric cancer
chronic H pylori smoking diet high in nitrates but low in vitamin c
301
symptoms of pancreatic cancer
gnawing visceral midabdominal pain weight loss jaundice from biliary obstruction
302
5 common locations of distant endometriosis
umbilicus intestine upper abdomen lung brain
303
what is the prognosis of RA what percent untreated people will have disability what percent will have a work disability
it depends, there is a fluctuation of disease 80% will have disability within 12 years 50% will have work disability within 10 years
304
how common is psoriasis what is the typical age of onset what is the gender bias
very common (1-3%) 15-25 yrs none
305
five ways to treat breast cancer
surgery radiation chemo anti estrogen driugs antibodies against growth factors
306
why are men at less risk of involutional osteoporosis
men start with a higher bone density
307
describe the use of glucocorticoid as an emergency asthma therapy
oral is as effective as paenteral takes 6-12 hours reduces hospitalization
308
what is the definitive surgical treatment for endometriosis
hysterectomy and oophorectomy
309
5 locations in the body with especially high numbers of T3 receptors
brain heart muscle kidneys gonads
310
common etiology prior to 1981
stress enviromment (smoking, spicy food) alchool glucocortioids and NSAIDs
311
treatment of pancreatic cancer
surgical resection chemo radation
312
what is more common, secondary or primary bone cancer
secondary
313
treatment strategy for RA
relieive pain with NSAIDs and physical therapy prevent joint damage with disease modifying drugs possibly repair damage
314
five non-insulin treatments of DM
reduce insulin resistance stimulate secretion fo endogeneous insulin reduce glucagoon reduce glucose absorption enhance urinary secretion
315
what is injected into a joint for OA
local anesthetic, glucocortcoids, hyaluronic acid
316
what is the strategy for decreasing bronchial secretions in asthma treatment
application of anticholinergic/antimuscarinic agents to improve air way diamter
317
what pattern is lost with cushing syndrome
the diurnal pattern which causes higher cortisol in the morning and lower at night
318
three symptoms of GERD
esophageal pain nausea coughing
319
two types of beta 2 agonists and one example of each
short acting (albuterol) long acting (salmetrol)
320
what causes graves disease
auto-antibodies that bind and active TSH receptors
321
what is the prognosis of cirrhosis
severe cirrhosis 6 month survival at 50% moderate 5-10 yrs
322
potential complications of chronic pancreatitis
opiod addiction DM malabsorption from enzyme deficiencies pancreatic cancer
323
treatment of septic arthritis
intravenous abx removal of hardware
324
two types of lupus
systemic discoid (only skin)
325
serous and mucinous cystadenocarcinoma are examples of what type of ovarian cancer origin
epthelial
326
three risk factors for OA
age, joint loading/repetitive stress, obestity
327
what is the advantage of SERM treatment in osteoporosis
selectively effects estrogen receptors in bone
328
preventing Hep B
screening to protect blood supply Hep B vaccine for children HBIG for exposure prevention of transmission at bith
329
diagnostic process for TB
HP sputum culture with acid fast stain skin test lab test chest xray
330
three facts about peptide/protein/glycoprotein hormones
water soluble interact with cell membrane work through second messanger
331
what is the paradox of osteoporosis treatment
there are approved drugs to improve bone density and reduce fractures BUT there are significant risks
332
explain the saying "female, forty, fat, and fertile"
delineates the risk factors for gall stones
333
what is the risk of untreated cholecystitis
ischemia leading to perforation/rupture, followed by abcess, peritonitis, and death
334
treating viral hepatitis
infereron antivirals to reduce the risk of liver failure there is a cure
335
direct treatment of cirrhosis
anti viral drugs for hepatitis anti-inflammatory and immunosuppresive drugs in the case of an autoimmune disorder liver transplant
336
what does tight management of DM entail
diet frequent blood assays medication 3-4 times daily flexible dosing
337
what happens in hashimotos
the thyroid is infiltrated with T and B cells
338
exophthalmos cause
protrusion of the eyes found in 20-40% of Graves patients caused by lymphcytic infilitration of the eyes
339
four types of receptor hormone interactions
agonists (stimulate receptors) antagonists (block receptors) down regulation change receptor affinity
340
what is the usual presentation of breast cancer
a painless lump found by the patient
341
four common of osteoporosis
cushings hyperparathyroidism chronic renal disease involutional
342
what percent of people with ecoptic pregnancy will have at least one risk factor
50%
343
three atmospheric triggers of asthma
pollution cold air abrupt weather changes
344
what can happen if a homone is present in high enough concentrations
the hormone can interact with receptors of the same family
345
T/F what percent of all humans have been infected with TB
30-40 percent
346
four facts regardings breast cancer and age increasing risk rare before... mean age diagnosis time
risk increases with age rare before 40 mean age of diagnosis 60-61 time from origin to diagnosis 2-8 years
347
when pursuing surgical treatment of ovarian cancer, what needs to be removed
uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, omentum
348
how long does it take for a breast cancer tumor to double in size
20-100 days
349
what nervous system are many of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism related to
sympathetic nervous system 1. restlessness 2. insomnia 3. tremor 4. weight loss 5. heat intolerance
350
endometriosis
endometrial glands and stroma outside the uterus
351
two types of esophageal cancer
squamous cell (most common) adenocarcinoma
352
three conditons associated with GERD
Barrett's esophagus Esophageal carcinoma esophageal stricture
353
what links receptors of the same "family)
they have a similar structure
354
what factors decrease risk for ovarian cancer
pregnancy oral contraceptive use tubal ligation
355
how much does liver failure incrase the risk of liver cancer
3-5% per year
356
how does cortisol exacebate HTN? DM
HTN: increase salt intake DM: increase blood sugar
357
what is the benefit of antacids but?
the provide rapid pain relief but the effect is short lived and there is no indication that they promote healin
358
what is the intial pathophysiology of OA how does that progress
thickening followed by atrophy and damage to cartiliage which causes loss of cartilage and inflammation the entire joint wil become involved and cause bone erosion
359
what is the percent break down of gallstone composition
choleterol (80-85%) calcium bilirubinate (\<20%)
360
what is the cause of gout
a disorder which causes an accumulation of uric acid from gout and protein metabolism
361
diagnostic factors for pancreatitis
PE findings CT US
362
what demographic is more likley yo hae endometriosis
infertile women 25-35%
363
four ways to reduce risk of colorectal cancer
screening low dose aspirin high fiber, low fat diets hormone replacement in women
364
what is the most common medication for type II DM
metformin (glucophage)
365
treatment of UC
aminosalicylates glucocorticoids surgery
366
what types of substances are synthesized in the liver
clotting factors albumin CHO bile
367
what is the surgical treatment for acute cholecystitis
laproscopy after the swelling has gone down unless there is sign of peritonitis
368
what is the treatment for appendicitis non surgical
laparoscopy/laparotomy Ice, iv, transport
369
how is endometrial cancer diagnosed
post menopausal bleeding endometrial biopsy/d & c ultrasound MRI for staging
370
what is the prognosis of septic arthritis
usually good unless there are major ortho complication like after joint replacement
371
what produces leukotrienes three types
the action of 5-lipoxygenase on arachadonic acid LTC4, LTD4, LTE4
372
three non-asthmatic causes of wheezing
heart disease COPD inhaled foreign body
373
four causes related to asthma that reduce airway diameter
bronchospasm vascular congestion edema thick sputum
374
three sites of distant metastases in ovarian cancer
liver lung bone
375
treatment for sensitive TB
first line drugs based on sensitivity for 2-3 months two to three drugs for additonal 4-7 months
376
what lab tests confirm hypothyroid
Low T4 very high TSh
377
treatment of mild pancreatitis
bed rest with NPO analgesia Iv fluids
378
clinical manifestations of asthma
chronic dry cough wheezing SOB sleep disturbances poor exercise tolerance chest tightness
379
risks for ectopic pregnancy
salpingitis prior ectopic pregnancy prior tubal surgery cigerette smoking
380
symptoms of the chronic vs acute bleeding
black tarry stools vs hematemesis
381
what are the risk factors for gall stones
gender old age obesity child bearing diet
382
three common symptoms of pneumonia
productive cough fever/chills dyspnea
383
treatment of severe pancreatitis
intensive care aggressive fluid and electrolyte replacement possibly antibiotic use
384
when wil acute synovitis occur in RA what is the delay between onset of RA and diagnosis
weeks to months after diagnosis 9 months
385
central sensization theory of fibromyalgia
genetic defect in CNS pain signalling the involves cytokines and neurotransmitters (glutamate, dopamine)
386
common treatment of osteosarcoma
amputation or excision of the tumor chemo
387
five main functions of the liver
bilirubin elimination blood filtering synthesis of important substances drug detoxificaiton mineral and vitamin storage
388
diagnosis of pancreatic cancer
CT/Pet scan laparotomy with biopsy or resection
389
why is there a clincial distinciton between small cell lung cancer and others
because it is very aggressive and usually not able to be excised
390
symptoms of endometriosis
dysmenorrhea dysparenunia constant deep seated pelvic or rectal pain infertility
391
two breast cancer mutations that increase risk what type of genes are mutated what is the life time risk with the mutation
BRCA 1 and 2 tumor suppressor mutations 50-85%
392
sources of organisms that typically cause pneumonia
community acquired (CAP) hospital acquired (HAP)
393
what is the median survival time for multiple myeloma three causes of death
4-6 up from 3 years renal failure, infection, complications from chemo
394
because of the risk of giant cell arteries, what should all new onset myalgia patients get
sed rate (ESR)
395
symptoms and infectiousness of latent TB
usually none with a positive skin test no expired TB
396
keloid scars
idiopathic benign neoplastic extension of scars
397
what demographic is most likely to have asthmai
inner city population
398
three examples of topical psoriasis treatment
corticosteroids anthralin coal tar
399
five hypothyroid symptoms
1. cold intolerance 2. hair loss 3. weight gain 4. weakness 5. dry skin
400
pancreatitis
acute or chronic inflammation of exocrine pancreas
401
fatty liver disease
steatosis (fatty deposits) in the liver common in obese adult that distorts the normal structure of the liver
402
suportive strategy for COPD
airway support supplemental oxygen
403
dyspareunia
painful intercourse
404
treatment for CAP
antibiotics, hospitalization for 25%, supportive care
405
treatment of crohns
symptomatic diet antibiotics corticosteroids resecetion of the terminal ileum or other segments
406
what is the main cause of lung cancer
smoking (13x higher) or exposure to smoke (1.5-2x)
407
what is the effect of smoking cessation on lung cancer risk and prognosis
risk of lung cancer declines but more slowly than CVD even with cancer the prognosis is better for those who quit
408
five symptoms of DKA
tachycardia dehydration SOB lethargy coma
409
what is the full name of T3 T4 which is the main functional hormone of the thyroid
triodothyroinine tetraiodothyroinine T3
410
dietary factors associated with colorectal cancer
high fat and meat, low fiber
411
how is mutiple myeloma diagnosed
Xray anemia high IgG or Ig components bone marrow biopsy with plasma cell prolifferation
412
though the exact pathogenesis of pancreatitis is unknow, what are two suspected causes
edema/obstruction of the ampulla of vater direct injury to secretory cells
413
define arthritis
a group of conditions characterized by inflammatoy changes to varous joints of the bodyh
414
primary adrenal hyperplasia causes
idiopathic neoplasm congenital
415
T/f all gout will havy hypernuricema
true, but not all hyperuricemia will have gout
416
main symptoms of emphysema chronic bronchitis
SOB with exertion and SOB at rest chronic productive caugh with mucopurulent sputum
417
what is the function of TRH
stimulates the production of TSH and prolattin
418
T/F both chronic bronchitis and emphysema have alveolar loss and obstrution
true
419
what is the function of the adrenal cortex
secretes glucocorticoids, androgens, mineralocorticoids
420
what is the most common symptom of multiple myeloma
bone pain in the back or ribs that is worse with movement and beter at rest
421
types of leukotriene blocking drugs
leukotriene receptor antagonists 5-lipoxygenase inhibitor
422
diet management of gout
decrease protein stop chemo allopurinol
423
what are the most common viral causes of cirrhosis
hep A, B, and C
424
three causes of Cushings
iatrogenic secondary adrenal hyperplasia primary adrenal hyperplasia
425
describe the etiology of type II DM
a very slow loss of beta cells causd by genetic or obestity
426
three causes of contact dermatitis
allergic reaction similar to poison ivy/oak/sumac
427
conservative treatment of cholecystitis
NPO w/ IV fluids analgesics IV antibiotics
428
what wil happen if the thyroid gland is dysfunctional what can also happen?
TRH and TSH will be produced in high amounts prolactin can also be produced
429
what is the long term complication of asthma
airway remodeling in response to chronic inflammation that can lead to decline in pulmonary function
430
what is the mean age of diagnosis of Gastric cancer what is the gender bias
63, men 2:1
431
what is the prognosis of gastric cancer based on stage
1 60% 2 44% 3 20% 4 3%
432
ulnar deviation is typical of what type of arthritis
RA
433
what levels of lipase and amylase wuld indicate pancratitis
3x the normal limit
434
what other cancers are associated with BRCA 1 and 2
ovarian pancreatic fallopian prostate
435
preventing Hep C
screening to protect blood supply no HCIG no vaccine
436
what causes cushings disease what is the distinction between this and secondary adrenal hyperplasia
an ACTH secreting tumor on the pituitary there isn;t one
437
three possible treatment plans for cushings
stop glucocorticoids surgery antiglucocorticoid medication
438
treatment for small cell lung cancer
combination chem with radiation
439
what do beta blockers do in treating hyperthyroid four results of treatment
block sympathetic pathways rapid reduction in anxiety, restlessness, tremor, palpitations
440
two common drugs that cause osteoporosis
glucocorticoids or heparin
441
three types of liver failure
alcoholic biliary infectious (post necrotic)
442
what is the leading cause of hospitalization among children and teens
asthma
443
what are two methods of lowering T3 and T4 in hyperthyroidism
prevent hormone release stop T3 and T4 production
444
how common is fibromyalgia what is the gender/age bias
common, 3-10% usually women ages 20-50
445
four types of lung cancer most commin in bold
squamous 30% small cell 15% large cell 10% **adenocarcinoma 35%**
446
what is the prognosis of pneumonia
stabilization in 3-5 days full recovery in 4-12 weeks dependant on age
447
describe tie etiology of Type I DM
an autoimmune disorder that causes rapid loss of beta cells
448
two main types of asthma which is most common
allergic and idiosyncratic allergic
449
three upper GI disorders
peptic acid disorders gastric cancer esophageal cancer
450
treatment of non-small cells carcinoma
surgery and chemo
451
two treatment options for ovarian cancer
surgery chemo
452
what is the most common abdominal surgical emergency
appendicitis
453
causes of endometriosis
retrograde mensturation that allows viable endometrial cells to implant on pelvis structures or travel in lymph that the immune system fails to elimante
454
what causes septic arthritits
bacteria infection of a joint from bloood or direct joint inoculation
455
signs of pancreatitis
acute epigastric pain N/V fever abdominal tenderness and distention
456
asthma defintion
chronic episodic airway disease with effective treatment but no known cure
457
incidence and prognosis of pancreatic cancer
\>30,000 increasing over the last 2 decades overall very poor
458
does removing or blocking fallopian tubes increase to decrease risk of ovarian cancer
decrease
459
miliary TB is most common in what patients is this more or less lethal than other
infants, elderly, immunocompromisd adults very lethal
460
symptoms of cirrhosis
chronic RUQ pain jaundice edema portal hypertension reduced coagulation reduced drug metabolism
461
surgical repair of OA
joint replacement
462
when are antacids contraindicated tablets or liquid more effective
renal failure liquid better than tablets
463
clinical features of osteoporosis
wrist, hip, or vertebrae fracture loss of height due to fracture chronic back pain
464
two ways that hormone-receptor complexes elicit effects in target cells
2nd messanger DNA transcription leading to protein production
465
methods to manage FLD
stop using alcohol lose weight with bariatric surgery if necessary
466
four liver and biliary tract disorders
heptaitis fatty liver cirrhosis gallbladder disorder
467
what will induce a conversion of latent to active TB
immunosuppresion through HIV infection, glucocorticoids, chemo, poverty
468
three forms of immunotherapy against melanoma
interferon tumor vaccines lymphocyte training
469
complications of appendectomy
perforation leading to peritonitis or pelvic abcess death from septicemia
470
three typical causes of COPD how does it rank as common cause of death
smoking (99%) other debris (coal dust/silica) genetics (cystic fibrosis)
471
three types of coagulopathies
low platelet counts clotting factor deficiencies excessive anticoagulation
472
common antibiotics for CAP
cell wall inhibitors (amoxicillin/ampicillin) protein inhibitors (macrolides) fluoroquinolones (nucleic acid inhibitors)
473
what drugs stop the production of T3 and T4 when are they most effective
thioamides when combined with beta blockers and potassium iodine
474
clinical findings of fibromyalgia
chronic diffuse pain fatigue, sleep disorders, headache increased pain sensation
475
pannus formation
inflammatory response to inflammation from RA causes destruction of cartilage and erosion of bone
476
what is the screening test for lung cancer what are the pros and cons
yearly low dose CT for 3 yeras in patients 55 or older with a 30 yr pack history pro: provides a modest increase in survival cons: costly, high false positive
477
what is the effect of birth control on the risk for the following cancers breast ovarian cervical endometrial
possible increased risk decreased risk no impact decreased
478
four types of breast cancer screenings
monthly self exam annual breast exam mammography blood test for tumor markers
479
what is the most common form of skin cancer what is the common cause what is the risk if left untreated
basal cell carcinoma UV light local destruction, rarely metastasis
480
treatment of colorectal cancer
surgical resection for all patients chemo immunotherapy
481
where does the majority of chronic Hep B fall in the population
90% in neonates and infants 1-5% in normal adults
482
two characteristics of acute epigastric pain associated with pancreatitis
abrupt onset of severe, boring pain that often radiates to the lower bac
483
risk factors for pneumonia
smoking, alcoholism, comorbid disease, immunosuppression
484
three systemic treatments of psoriaisis
cyclosprin methotrextate retinoids
485
aggressive variant endometriosis characteristics
early onset invasive lesions rapid progression
486
what is the effect of thyrotropin (TSH)
increased T3 and T4
487
three amino acid hormones
dopamine thyroxine catecholamines
488
two possible pathophysiolgies of IBD
abnormailites of intestinal microflora possible auto immune mechanisms
489
risk fastors for colorectal cancer
dietarty fcators HPV IBS (crohns or UC
490
how does insulin promote anabolism
increase glycogen production and storage promotes triglyceride synthesis in fat cells incrases protein synthesis in muscle
491
what is the treatment for gallstones
laproscopy stone dissolution with bile salts
492
define hepatitis
acute inflammation of the liver that disrupts normal function and causes scarring
493
three environmental changes that can cause an endocrine response
nutritional thermal existential
494
what is the etiology of psoriasis
it is a T cell mediated immune disease which also involves TNF and interleukins
495
five treatment options for keloids
corticosteroid injections cryotherapy radiation surgical excision laser reduction
496
what is one medication that increases the risk of gall stones one that decreases
cephalosporin aspirin
497
which are more prominent, alpha or beta cells?
alpha (75% to 20%)
498
Cirrhosis
irreversible inflamatory disease that disrupts the liver function and structure
499
what is the pathophysiology of psoriasis
excessively rapid turnover of the epidermis (3-5 days instead of 21-30 days)
500
two types of pancreatic disorders
pancreatitis pancreatic cancer
501
three potential complications of pneumonia
pleural empyema lung abcess pleural effusion
502
how does insulin inhibit catabolism
inhibits glycogen break down inhibits amino acid and fatty acid break down
503
three types of uterine cancer
cervical cancer endometrial cancer leiomyosarcoma
504
pathophy of RA
autoimmune response causes inflammation of the synovial membranes of multiple joints
505
four conditions that are most commonly caused by DM
chronic renal failure neuropathic pain blindness gangrene caused limb amputation
506
three types of secondary bone cancer
mets from lung, breaks, prostate
507
four complications of peptic ulcers
pain 100% of the time bleeding 10% perforation 3-5% gastric outlet obstruction 2%
508
what drug will cause hypothyroid
amiodirone
509
what is the average length of pregnancy
266 days from conception 280 days from LMP
510
what types of HPV are associted with warts what are associated with cervical cancer
6, 11, 42, 43 16, 18, 33, 35, 45
511
what drug can stop the relase of T3 and T4
potassium iodine
512
describe the negative feedback loop that regulates adrenal function
pituitary secretes ACTH adrenal cortex secretes cortisol cortsol inhibits ACTH secretion
513
what is the risk of cirrhosis with chronic Hep B
40%
514
two main types of peptic ulcers
duodenal and gastric
515
four small neurpeptide hormones
GnRH TRH vasopressin somatostatin
516
what is the familial genetic influence with psoriasis
1/3 of people will have a positive FHx 70% chance that twins will have this together
517
which type of arthritis is more common (and the most common cause of disability in the US)
Osteoarthritis
518
medication used to decrease glucagon secretion
glucagon like peptide 1
519
what is the treatment for type I DM type II
type I = insulin type II = insulin plus other stuff
520
specific radiograhpic findings on xray
sunburt or codmans triangle lesion tthat needs to be surgically or needle biopsy
521
causes of hepatitis
medication, chemicals, parastites, viruses
522
four theories for the cuase of fibromyaligia
virus, depression, sleep disorders, central sensitiization
523
what is a common iatrogenic cause of cushings
prednisone
524
three treatments of cervical cancer
radial hysterectomy and lymph node dissection radiation chemo
525
two long term control options for hyperthyroid
thyroid excision or destruction continued antithyroid drugs
526
IUP
intrauterine pregnancy
527
four causes of hypothyroid
post thyroidectomy/ablation hashimotos thyroiditis Drug induced dietary iodine deficiency
528
describe the incidence of psoriasis from the follow ethnicities caucasians african americans native americans
most common uncommon very rare
529
where does glucagon like peptide naturally come from what does it do
L cells in the intestine opposes insulin
530
T/F horomes are secreted continuously
false they are usually in pulses
531
what percent of the population has RA what is the gender ratio when do most people get RA
1% female 3:1 80% between 35-64
532
dermatological manifestation of vascular insufficiency
venous stasis ulcers
533
signs and symptoms of acute cholecysitis
RUQ, nausea, fever
534
common triggers of allergic ashtma
allergies psychological medications infections habits atmospheric
535
main symptoms of esophageal cancer
dysphagia weight loss pain
536
what is the most common type of primary bone cancer
multiple myeloma
537
two other symptoms of diabetes that aren't the 3 Ps
weight loss despite increased appetite fatigue
538
diagnostic process of pneumonia
symptoms plus CXR Labs point of care tests