fitz Flashcards
What is early term in pregnancy? Full-term? Late-term? Post-term
Early = 37 - 38.6 Full = 39 - 40.6 Late = 41 - 41.6 Post = 42 >
During 3 - 8 weeks of human development/gestation, what is this most known for?
organ development aka organogenesis
A teratogenic medication affects the targeted organ at any given time during fetal development? T/F
False - the teratogenic medication is either given prior to the organ it affects or during the gestational weeks when that organ is developing (ie soft palate develops 7-8 weeks of gestation, medication must be given prior or during that time)
What is important to know about Naegele’s rule? (pregnancy EDD)
provides a reasonable estimation, but can be INACCURATE for women with irregular menses or with unclear LMP date
What is the MOST ACCURATE source of expected due date in pregnancy?
1st trimester ultrasound (up to 13.6/7 weeks - this is the first week of the 2nd trimester [1st = 0-12, 2nd = 13-26])
What is most accurate source in the 2nd trimester to determine expected due date? (up to 27.6/7 weeks)
sizing of the uterus/uterine size, fetal movement felt by mother (quickening - 17-20 weeks usually)
What occurs at 10 weeks of gestation?
fetal heart tones via abdominal Doppler
Where is the uterus at 16 weeks of gestation? **
fundal height is half-way between symphysis pubis and umbilicus (VERY HELPFUL MARKER)
Where is the uterus at 12 weeks of gestation?
rising above the symphysis pubis
Where is the uterus at 20 weeks of gestation?
fundus is at the umbilicus
What is important to know about the fundal height in pregnancy during 20 - 36 weeks?
the fundal height will increase about 1 cm per week, which is concurrent with gestational age
What is the folic acid requirement of a women WITHOUT a history or family history of neural tube defect?
0.4 - 1 mg/day
What is the folic acid requirement of a women WITH a history or family history of neural tube defect?
4 mg/day for 1 month BEFORE pregnancy and DURING
What are the elemental iron requirements of a pregnant women?
30 mg/day - best from an iron-rich diet
only add on elemental iron if hgb < 11 in 2nd trimester or <10.5 in 3rd trimester
What is the recommended weight gain for a woman with a normal prepregnancy BMI? (18.5-24.9)
total weight gain 25-35 lbs
What is the recommended weight gain for a woman with an overweight prepregnancy BMI? (25-29.9) Obese? (>30)
total weight gain 15-25 lbs
obese = 11-20 lbs
Pre-pregnancy genetic at-risk group: Ashkenazi Jews, French Canadian, Cajun ancestry are at risk for what genetic condition?
Tay-Sachs disease
Pre-pregnancy genetic at-risk group: Northern European or Ashkenazi Jews are at risk for what genetic condition?
Cystic Fibrosis - prior to or in early pregnancy need genetic screening
Pre-pregnancy genetic at-risk group: African, Latino, Arabic, Greek, Maltese, Italian, Sardinian, Turkish, and Indian ancestry are at risk for what genetic condition?
Sickle cell trait
What vaccines may be given as early as 6-8 weeks in pregnancy or anytime during pregnancy
Influenza - during summer
When is Tdap ideally given to the pregnant mother? What about spouse or household members - when should they get a Tdap?
27 - 36 weeks gestation with EACH pregnancy.
Anyone in the house/care of infant should have a Tdap within the past 10 years.
What are postpartum vaccines that should be given to a mother?
if NOT rubella or varicella immune - give MMR and varicella. NEVER give live vaccines during pregnancy, may be given preconception
What diagnostic testing should be offered to pregnant women that are at an increased risk of fetal aneuploidy with first or second trimester screening?
genetic counseling and the option of CVS or mid-trimester amniocentesis
Who is at highest risk of gestational diabetes or the development of type 2 DM during pregnancy? (6 findings)
overweight/obese, gestational DM with previous pregnancy, prior delivery of LGA infant, presence of glycosuria, PCOS history, strong family hx of type 2 DM
At what gestation should all pregnant women (non DM hx) be screened for GDM?
At 24 - 32 weeks gestation, including those with negative results in first trimester
What is the FIRST intervention for GDM mothers?
nutritional therapy - by a trained professional with formal dietary assessment
What are the pharmacological options offered during GDM, if not controlled with diet and exercise alone?
Insulin, Sulfonylureas, Metformin
How many weeks postpartum should testing for GDM be conducted? What should NOT be included in this testing?
6 - 12 weeks postpartum, NO A1C
What are the treatment options for heartburn in pregnancy?
diet (no spicy or high-acidic foods, decrease food/liquid at meals and before bed)
Sleep in semi-Fowlers
Antacids post meal (PPI decrease B12 and iron)
When does hCG peak in pregnancy?
10 weeks - n/v is caused by this. May begin by week 6-8
What 5 pharmacologic options are available for moderate to severe nausea and vomiting in pregnancy?
*Pyridoxine OTC (Vit B6 analog) 25 mg PO TID,
*Antihistamines (dimenhydrinate, diphenhydramine),
Phenothiazines (promethazine, prochlorperazine),
Prokinetic agen (metoclopramide),
Ondansetron (zofran)
How is Chlamydia trachomatis treated in pregnancy?
Azithromycin single dose. Tetracycline eye drops or 2 weeks of erythromycin.
Fitz: Ceftriazone 250 mg IM and Azithromycin 1 gm PO
(Allergy to PCN = Azithromycin 2 gm and CT alone: Azithromycin 1 gm PO)
When should you follow up diagnostic testing for chlamydia trachomatis in the pregnant patient?
test of cure in 3 - 4 weeks, rescreen in 3 months for new infection (test of cure is ONLY in pregnancy)
What is the treatment for syphilis during pregnancy? Allergy?
Benzathine PCN G IM
allergy to PCN = desensitized therapy
What can be used in a primary episode of HSV in pregnancy? Recurrent episode? Suppression? (do NOT memorize amount drug, know names)
PRIMARY: Acyclovir 400 mg TID 7-10 days or Valacyclovir 1 gm BID,
RECURRENT: either med for 5 days,
SUPPRESS: Acyclovir 400 mg TID or Valacyclovir 500 mg BID from 36 weeks until delivery
What should be done with an abnormal PAP during pregnancy?
referral for colposcopy (nonpregnant and pregnant)
When does Pap screening begin? HPV with pap?
Pap age 21,
HPV = >30 years
What 2 pharmacological treatments are available for anogenital warts during pregnancy?
TCA topical or Cryotherapy (may need C-section)
What are symptoms of placenta previa? How is this diagnosed?
PAINLESS vaginal bleeding in late 2nd or any part of 3rd trimester
Diagnosed by transvaginal ultrasound
What are symptoms of placental abruption?
PAINFUL vaginal bleeding. Tender with a contracting uterus
What are symptoms of postpartum depression? When does this occur?
depressed mood >2 weeks with change in appetite, sleep disturbance, guilt, worthlessness
Occurs within the 1st year of child’s life (2-4 months postpartum)
Is levothyroixine safe for pregnancy?
yes - may need to increase by 30 percent
What beta-lactam antibiotics are safe during pregnancy and lactation?
penicillins and cephalosporins
What macrolides are safe during pregnancy and lactation? What should be avoided?
Azithromycin and Erythromycin
AVOID clarithromycin
What antibiotic should be avoided in 3rd trimester due to a risk of the infant developing hemolytic anemia?
NItrofuratonin (Macrobid) d/t risk of hemolytic effects/anemia
What asthma medications are safe with pregnancy and lactation?
inhaled corticosteroids, short and long acting beta 2
What maybe used during an asthma flare in pregnancy and lactation?
short term systemic corticosteroids
What drug class of antibiotics should NOT be used during the third trimester of pregnancy due to a risk of the infant developing kernicterus?
Sulfonamides, such as sulfamethoxazole
What two medications maybe used during pregnancy and lactation for allergic rhinitis care?
intranasal corticosteroids and 2nd generation antihistamines (loratadine)
What analgesic is approved during pregnancy?
acetaminophen ONLY. no NSAIDS (1st trimester = loss, >20 weeks = renal dysfunction)
What SSRI should be AVOIDED during pregnancy? What can this cause?
Paroxetine - causes risk for fetal atrial septal defect
What antimicrobials (4) should be AVOIDED during pregnancy and lactation?
Fluoroquinolones (-floxacin suffix),
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim),
Clarithromycin,
Tetracyclines (doxy, mino = teeth staining)
What are 8 known teratogens during pregnancy?
ACE inhibitors (pril), ARB (sartan), Carbamazepine (tegretol), Valproic Acid (depakote), Lithium, Isotretinoin (accutane), Thalidomide, Statins
How will teratogens affect the body?
select target organs in a predictable manner
What is an alternative medication safe for pregnancy that can treat an uncomplicated UTI?
Cephalexin
When is pump and dump of breastmilk helpful or advised?
When a mother takes a drug that is not safe (ie cocaine, PCP). Needs to pump 3-5 half lives of medication/drug
What birth control may be given to the lactating mother?
Medroxyprogesterone (depo-provera)
Infant: What is the treatment of hemangioma?
propranolol (benign tumor), can watch and wait
Rapid growth in first days of life to 6 months
Infant: What will a port wine lesion present as? What syndrome may present with this lesion?
a blanchable red to dark pink lesion, grows proportionally with child (DOES NOT REGRESS), consider genetic/congenital syndromes (Sturge-Weber)
Infant: What are blue-black-gray macular lesions on lower back and buttocks?
Mongolian Spot(s), common on Asian, African, Native American. Lights over time and requires NO TREATMENT.
Infant: What are raised white bumps, mainly on the nose and cheeks?
Milia - no treatment, resolves spontaneously, DO NOT PICK
Infant: What may present in the first 48 hours of life and resolves by 5-7 days of age?
Erythema Toxicum Neonatorum - no treatment, very common
Infant: What may present as red and crusty on extensor surfaces? What management is best?
Atopic Dermatitis - face <2 years, hands and feet 2-12
Eliminate triggers, hydrate skin (no lotion), control itch
Infant: What presents on the scalp of an infant as erythematous plaques that are greasy and yellow scales?
Seborrheic dermatitis - cradle cap
Infant: What is the management of seborrheic dermatitis, cradle cap
Emollient (petrolatum, vegetable or mineral oil) overnight then remove with soft brush.
Other areas - ketoconazole 2% cream once daily or hydrocortisone 1%
Infant: A rough skin texture (gooseflesh or chicken skin) usually on the outer aspect of the upper arm
Keratosis Pilaris - worst with cold/dry weather
Elder: What are 6 normal age-related changes?
Decreased body weight as water, Lean muscle mass, Increased body weight as fat, Decreased serum albumin, Decreased kidney weight, Decreased hepatic blood flow
Elder: What drug is highly bound to albumin?
Coumadin (Warfarin) - 99% albumin-bound,
Others: phenytoin, valproic acid, diazepam
T/F When compared with a healthy 40-year-old adult, CYP450 isoenzyme levels can drop by up to 30% in elders after age 70.
TRUE
T/F CYP450 1A2’s activity is influenced by the presence or absence of estrogen in women.
TRUE - counsel about caffeine intake to be decreased
Elders: systemic anticholinergic effects present with symptoms of?
confusion, urinary retention, constipation, visual disturbance, and hypotension = polypharmacy and risk of delirium.
DRY MOUTH*, sedation, agitation, mydriasis
Elder: What medications that are used to treat overactive bladder cause systemic anticholinergic effects?
Oxybutynin (Ditropan) - Sustained release may have better tolerance in older adult
Elder: What SSRI is preferred in the elderly?
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Elder: What is a major risk with tricyclic antidepressants?
hypotension - amitriptyline, nortriptyline, trazodone, mitrazapine
T/F The risk of torsades de points with erythromycin or clarithromycin is greater in females than males
TRUE - any drug that prolongs the QT interval = greater risk of ventricular tachycardia
Elderly: Citalopram should NEVER exceed what mg/day? What if the patient is over the age of 60, what is the maximum dose?
40 ! - causes >QT interval prolongation
>60 = 20 mg/day
Elderly: What should NEVER be given with citalopram in an adult over the age of 60 years?
Any CYP2C19 inhibitors - PPIs or Cimetidine (Tagamet). Consider escitalopram instead (zero drug-drug interaction)
Elder: What SSRI has the shortest half life but the greatest systemic anticholinergic effects?
Paroxetine (21 hours)
Elder: aspirin for PRIMARY prevention of cardiac events
NO! especially if >80 years old, lack of evidence of benefit
Elder: When should daily aspirin be considered?
As a secondary prevention for CAD. Unsure about >80 year old population
Elder: An older adult women with recurrent UTI, what should be considered?
Alternative therapy other than chronic antimicrobial therapy. Estrogen with or without progestins
Elder: Management of dyspareunia, lower urinary tract infections, and other vaginal symptoms for women postmenopausal
Topical vaginal cream - low-dose estrogen. (acceptable for atrophic vaginitis)
T/F Vaginal estrogens for treatment of vaginal dryness is safe and effective in women with breast cancer, especially at low doses
TRUE
Elder: What is the A1C goal for older adults who are frail or with limited life expectancy
<8%
Elder: What medications work well since beta2-agonists (albuterol, salmeterol) work less effectively. What is the alternative?
Inhaled muscarinic antagonist/anticholinergic (Tiotropium, Ipratropium bromide; work well as broncho dilators)
Elder: What alternative class of medication works well once beta blockers have decreased effectiveness in older adults?
Calcium channel blockers (Dihydropyridine: Amlodipine)
Elder: Should statins be started or continued in older adults?
Avoid high-intensity in >80 years, impaired renal function, frailty, multiple comorbidities, with fibrate.
Moderate-intensity is 1st line and preferred.
USPSTF: >76 years and no hx CVD = no evidence
What percent of LDL-C is reduced by high intensity statins?
> 50%
What percent of LDL-C is reduced by moderate intensity statins?
30-49%
Elder: What are the consequences of long-term (>2 months) PPI use?
Rebound hypersecretion = increased GI symptoms.
Decreased absorption of Iron and B12.
Increased fracture risk (lower calcium absorption, BUT not calcium citrate!).
Decreased magnesium absorption
Elder: What medication will become toxic in a person with low magnesium? What are 2 medications that deplete magnesium?
Digoxin,
Thiazide and Loop diuretics
Elder: How long should a PPI be prescribed according to Beers Criteria? Who are (6) high-risk patients?
Avoid PPI use >8 weeks, unless high-risk.
High risk = oral corticosteroids, chronic NSAID use, erosive esophagitis, Barrett’s esophagitis, pathological hypersecretory condtion, or other need for maintenance treatment (failure to discontinue PPI trial)
Elder: What medication causes induced hyperkalemia? What happens on EKG?
TMP-SMX (bactrim), especially when on spironolactone, ACEIs or ARBs
EKG - tall tented T waves
T/F If the prescribing information about a given medication includes a warning about the need for dose adjustment in the presence of renal impairment, then that product is likely nephrotoxic
FALSE
Elder: What are adverse effects of cholinesterase inhibitors?
Increased rates of syncope, bradycardia, pacemaker insertion, and hip fracture in older adults with dementia.
Donepezil/Aricept, Galantamine/Razadyne ER, Rivastigmine/Exelon
nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, decreased appetite, dyspepsia, anorexia, muscle cramps, fatigue, insomnia, dizziness, bradycardia (falls) headache, and asthenia.
Elder: What DOAC medication has a greater risk of bleeding in comparison to warfarin in adults >75 years?
Dabigatran (Pradaxa) - caution use/Beers Criteria
FP: What birth control methods are safe for women that smoke? <35 years vs >35 years
<35 = POP, DMPA, implants, IUDs. COC/P/R - MEC 2
> 35 = POP, DMPA, implants, IUDs (NO COC for >15 cigarettes/day and >35 years)
FP: What is the pharmacologic action of progestin?
Ovarian and pituitary inhibition
Thickening of cervical mucus
Endometrial atrophy/transformation
Cycle Control
FP: What are the pharmacologic actions of estrogen?
Ovarian and pituitary inhibition
THINS or increases cervical mucus
Endometrial proliferation
Cycle control
FP: What exam/test is necessary before starting combined oral contraceptives?
blood pressure
FP: What exam/tests are necessary before starting IUD or diaphragm/cervical cap?
Bimanual examination and cervical inspection, STD screening (not a criteria)
FP: Should a pregnancy test be conducted prior to initiating birth control?
No, not necessarily. If NO symptoms of pregnancy AND <7 days after start of normal menses, no intercourse since last menses start, correct/consistent reliable method of contraception, or <7 days after spontaneous or induced abortion. Within 4 weeks postpartum, fully/near breastfeeding (>85%), amenorrheic, and <6 months postpartum.
Dependent upon health history findings
FP: What are 2 standard methods for starting oral birth control? Which one requires no backup method?
Sunday start (COC, patch, ring) after menses begin, backup for 7 days. First day of menses start, NO BACKUP. Others: quick start, jump start (if had unprotected intercourse since LMP)
FP: Who can take combined oral contraceptives?
<35 year old that smokes, 29 year old with PID, <45 with recurrent tension-type headache
NO - HTN with adequate control or with poor control
FP: What antibiotic is most likely to reduce oral contraceptive effectiveness?
Rifampin only - any other antibiotics tell pt to continue birth control, do not be surprised if you spot, and use a backup method for duration of time plus an additional 7 days
FP: The reduction in free androgens in a woman taking combined oral contraceptives can improve what condition?
Acne vulgaris
FP: What is considered a category 3 (exercise caution) for combined oral contraceptives?
History of gastric bypass surgery - medications are absorbed in the duodenum
FP: A breastfeeding mother may have what type of birth controls? (4)
progestin-only, Depo-provera, Nexplanon, or cooper IUD (ParaGard). Absolutely NO COCs
FP: Who can have an IUD?
45 and nulliparous, smoker, seizure disorder, HIV
FP: What are the effects of nexplanon or implanon? What is a common adverse effect and what are 2 ways to manage this?
low dose progestin, replace q3 yr, best for teens
AE: irregular bleeding, can be managed with COC use x3 months or timed NSAIDs use x2 weeks
FP: What are 3 emergency contraception options?
IUD - cooper
Pills - UPA single dose (Ella) or Levonorgestrel (Plan B)
FP: How many days after unprotected intercourse can an emergency contraceptive be given?
3 days
FP: What emergency contraceptive is available over the counter?
Levonorgestrel or Plan B - inhibits transport of egg or sperm, inhibits/delays ovulation; interferes with fertilization
FP: What are the most common adverse effects of progestin-only emergency contraception? What are facts about this medication?
nausea and/or vomiting. Repeat dose if vomiting occurs within 2 hours of taking medication. Effective if taken within 72-120 hours post intercourse. OTC by anyone, any age
FP: What is the mechanism of action of Ella, emergency contraception?
progesterone agonist/antagonist = inhibits effect on follicular development of ovum release. Changes endometrium that alters implantation.
RX ONLY. Within 120 hours/5 days after unprotected intercourse.
FP: What is the advantage of cooper IUD?
it can be left in place for 10 years. Contraindicated in PID.
MS: Redness at the first metatarsophalangeal joint, what diagnosis is suspected
Gout
MS: What 3 medications are most effective for acute treatment of gout?
Intraarticular corticosteroid injection, NSAIDs, Colchicine (used to prevent and relieve pain of gout attacks)
MS: What are 2 control drugs, not used for an acute attack, in gout?
Febuxostat (Uloric) and Allopurinol
MS: What are potential triggers of acute gouty arthritis?
Thiazide diuretic, consumption of organ meats/purines, or alcohol consumption
MS: What is the McMurray test?
Meniscal tear
MS: What is the Talar tilt?
Ankle instability
MS: What is the Spurling test?
cervical nerve root compression
MS: What is the Tinel’s sign?
Carpal tunnel syndrome
MS: What is Lachman test?
Anterior cruciate ligament tear
MS: What is straight-leg raise test?
lumbar nerve root compression
MS: What is drop arm test?
rotator cuff evaluation - abduct arm (lift arm manually above patient’s head), ask patient to bring arm down slowly. Any loss of control = positive test
MS: What is finkelstein test?
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis - caused by chronic overuse of the wrist/repetitive movements. People with wrist pain, use this test: thumb bent into palm of hand with fingers wrapped around thumb, bend wrist to little finger.
MS: A 2 month history of fatigue, aching sensation with morning stiffness in hips and shoulders. Weight loss without trying and struggling to get dressed, especially shirt and pants. Anemia of chronic disease and elevated ESR
Polymyalgia rheumatica
MS: Lumbar spinal stenosis will present with what symptoms?
Older (>50),
Standing discomfort improved with BENDING forward,
Pseudoclaudication (leg pain worsening with activity, improves with rest),
Bilateral lower-extremity numbness/weakness
MS: What diagnosis is associated with intermittent anterior knee pain that is worse with squatting and walking up or down stairs? Pain improves with rest.
Osgood-Schlatter disease, typically found in growing teenagers/after a growth spurt
MS: What are symptoms of reactive arthritis
An inflammatory arthritis seen days or weeks after an episode of acute bacterial diarrhea or STD.
Pain/swelling of knees, ankles, heels, toes/fingers with persistent low back pain. Conjunctivitis. Urinary problems.
Can’t see, can’t pee, can’t climb a tree
MS: What are causes of reactive arthritis
Infection, STD (Chlamydia - NAAT), Genetic HLA-B27 gene
MS: What are common symptoms of lumbar radiculopathy?
sharp, burning, ELECTRIC-shock sensation. WORSE when increased spinal fluid pressure.
Sneeze, cough, straining = SHARP PAIN
(present just like LS strain but abnormal neuro exam)
MS: What abnormal neuro exam findings present with lumbar radiculopathy? How will this be treated?
abnormal straight-leg raise, sensory loss, or altered DTRs.
Conservatively, further evaluation if no resolution after 4-6 weeks of conservative therapy
MS: What diagnostic tests should be included for a patient with low back pain?
NO imaging (XRAY, MRI, CT) during 1-2 month trial of standard conservative therapy. Particularly if normal neurological exam, absence of acute trauma, and low risk for vertebral compression fracture. *MRI is reserved for persistent s/s, candidates for surgery or epidural injection*
MS: What diagnostic tests should be included for a patient with low back pain?
NO imaging (XRAY, MRI, CT) during 1-2 month trial of standard conservative therapy. Particularly if normal neurological exam, absence of acute trauma, and low risk for vertebral compression fracture. *MRI is reserved for persistent s/s (>4-6 weeks of therapy)*
MS: What is osteopenia BMD?
1.0-2.5
MS: What is osteoporosis BMD?
2.5
MS: What are non-dairy sources of calcium?
Spinach, sardines, tofu, nuts like almonds
MS: What age is appropriate for BMD testing in a woman? Man?
Women: 65 years
Men: 70 years regardless of risk factors
MS: What are risk factors associated with osteoporosis?
Women: younger postmenopausal
Both: >50 years who has broken a bone, Diseases (RA, SLE, DM, CF, CHF), on medications (long-term glucocorticoids, corticosteroids, thyroid hormones). Risk factors of physical inactivity, low calcium intake or alcohol abuse.
MS: What age is appropriate for BMD testing in a woman? Man?
Women: 65 years
Men: 70 years, regardless of risk factors
MS: Anemia of chronic disease (RA, SLE, OA)
RA and SLE
MS: Elevated C-reactive protein (RA, SLE, OA)
RA and SLE
MS: Joint space narrowing on XRAY (RA, SLE, OA)
OA
MS: Positive antinuclear antibody titer (RA, SLE, OA)
RA (less commonly) and SLE
MS: Where are Heberden’s nodes located?
Distal interphalangeal joints
MS: Where are Heberden’s nodes located?
Distal interphalangeal joints (DIP)
MS: Where are Bouchard’s nodes located?
Proximal interphalangeal joints (PIP)
MS: Symptoms of progressive aches of hands and fingers, particularly after strenuous work. Heberden’s and Bouchard’s nodes present.
Osteoarthritis
MS: What are expected symptoms of a scaphoid fracture? What diagnostic testing is standard?
pain radial of wrist and proximal to thumb (snuff box), decreased grip and strength.
XRAYS (PA, lateral, oblique) with a repeat within 7-10 days. CT, MRI, bone scan - xray may miss findings.
TX: thumb spica splint, analgesia, ortho referral
MS: What are expected symptoms of a scaphoid fracture? What diagnostic testing is standard? Interventions?
pain radial of wrist and proximal to thumb (snuff box), decreased grip and strength.
XRAYS (PA, lateral, oblique) with a repeat within 7-10 days. CT, MRI, bone scan - xray may miss findings.
TX: thumb spica splint, analgesia, ortho referral
MS: A grade I ankle sprain is best described as? What should be included in recovery?
Microscopic tears, no joint instability on exam and can bear weight with mild pain
TX: RICE, crutches, PT, analgesia. Does not require immobilization
MS: A grade II ankle sprain is best described as? What should be included in recovery?
An incomplete tear of a ligament, mild to moderate joint instability, decreased ROM, weight bearing and ambulation are painful. Mild to moderate pain, swelling, tenderness and ecchymosis.
TX: immobilize with aircast or splints. Recovery 4-6 weeks. Analgesia. PT, Ortho referral
MS: A grade III ankle sprain is best described as? What interventions may be necessary?
A complete tear, pain, swelling, tenderness, ecchymosis and loss of function/motion. Unable to bear weight and ambulate
TX: cast, splint, boot, ortho referral
Cardiac: What symptoms will WOMEN most likely report with suspected acute coronary syndrome?
Unusual fatigue** (before an event)
sleep disturbances, SOB, weakness
Cardiac: What is expected in clinical presentation of an elder (>75 years) with acute coronary syndrome
Dyspnea
neurological symptoms (syncope, weakness, acute confusion)
chest pain or pressure
Cardiac: What does a displaced PMI indicate? Causes?
Usually laterally displaced.
Indicates increased left ventricular volume.
May be caused by pressure overload or HTN
Cardiac: What is a maneuver that enhances PMI that is not palpable?
Place them in left lateral decubitus position.
Caused by obesity, thick chest wall, and COPD
Cardiac: What marks the beginning of systole, produced by events surround closure of mitral and tricuspid valve, and heard with carotid upstroke.
S1
Cardiac: What marks the end of systole, produced by events surrounding the closure of aortic and pulmonic valves, and heard best at the base of the diaphragm.
S2
Cardiac: Physiologic versus pathologic meaning
Physiologic - no underlying cause, no symptoms
Pathologic - typically presents with symptoms
Cardiac: Define a physiologic split S2
Benign finding. Increases on inspiration. Majority of adults <30 years and best heard in pulmonic region.
Cardiac: Define a pathologic split S2
fixed split vs paradoxical split. NO change with inspiration. Uncorrected septal defect in fixed. Delay aortic closure in paradoxical.
Cardiac: Define a pathologic S3 heart sound
Marker of ventricular overload and/or systolic dysfunction.
Causes: HF with symtpoms, pregnancy
1-2-3: lub dub-dub
Cardiac: Define S4 heart sound. What may cause this?
Poor diastolic function that can be resolved with treatment of underlying cause.
Cause: poorly controlled HTN or recurrent Myocardial ischemia
4-1-2 - dub-lub dub
Cardiac: Define a pathologic S3 heart sound
Marker of ventricular overload and/or systolic dysfunction.
Causes: HF with symptoms, pregnancy
1-2-3: lub dub-dub
Cardiac: Define S4 heart sound. What may cause this (2)?
Poor DIASTOLIC function that can be resolved with treatment of underlying cause.
Cause: poorly controlled HTN or recurrent Myocardial ischemia
4-1-2 - dub-lub dub
Cardiac: A mid systolic click murmur is heard
MVP = mitral valve prolapse, systolic murmur, pectus excavatum or connective tissue disease, >supine than standing
Cardiac: Murmur that is HOLOSYSTOLIC with same intensity and radiates to axilla
MR - mitral regurgitation
Cardiac: Murmur most commonly described as a rumble
Mitral stenosis
Cardiac: Murmur most commonly described as HARSH
Aortic stenosis
Cardiac: Murmur most commonly described as a RUMBLE
Mitral stenosis
Cardiac: Murmur most commonly described as a BLOWING sound
Aortic Regurgitation
Cardiac: Murmur that radiates to the neck
AS - aortic stenosis
Cardiac: Murmur that is crescendo-decresendo
AS - aortic stenosis
Cardiac: What are common findings of systolic murmurs
benign
negative hx, lower grade, no radiation beyond precordium, no heave/thrill, PMI WNL, softens or disappears with supine to stand position change
Cardiac: When should a murmur be considered pathologic? What is the next step?
abnormal hx, higher grade, radiation beyond precordium to neck, axilla, etc. Thrill/heave, displaced PMI, increased intensity with supine to stand
ECHO!
Cardiac: Diastolic murmurs (mnemonic)
MS. ARD
Mitral Stenosis
Aortic Regurgitation
Diastolic = bad
Cardiac: What is the difference between a carotid bruit and a radiating murmur?
Carotid bruit - softer, unilateral
Radiating murmur - louder, bilateral, same sound and timing as found in chest
Cardiac: What risk factors are associated with abdominal aortic aneurysm? When should a provider screen?
Advanced age,
male sex,
white,
positive family history,
smoking,
other large vessel aneurysms and atherosclerosis
Screening: men 65-75 who have ever smoked by US once
Cardiac: What are symptoms of aortic dissection?
Sudden tearing or ripping sensation (may spread to neck or down the back),
BP differences between R & L upper,
LE pulses < UE
**Genetic Turner or Marfan. RF: HTN uncontrolled, AAA, cocaine, >60 years, men*
What is the average age for menopause in the US?
51 years
What are classic signs/symptoms of HTN target organ damage?
visual changes, chest pain, SOB, and dizziness
Establishing the diagnosis of hypertension requires what in the absence of target organ damage?
> 2 abnormal readings on 2 different occasions
PCV13 is given today, when should PPSV23 be given?
in 1 year given PPSV23
What are findings of a normal retinal exam? (disc shape/color, vessel size, fundus)
Sharp disc margins that is yellowish orange to creamy pink and is round or oval
Vessels: AV ratio is 2:3 (width of arterioles to venules)
Fundus: no exudates or hemorrhages with red to purplish colors
No papilledema, no narrowing of arterioles
What findings may present on a retinal exam of a patient with poorly controlled hypertension?
Narrowing of arterioles, flame-shaped hemorrhages, papilledema, holes/tears, AV nicking, COTTON WOOL spots, HARD exudates
What is CN III
Oculomotor - eyelid and eyeball movement
What is CN IV
trochlear - turns eyes downward and laterally
What is CN V
Trigeminal - chewing, pain & touch of face/mouth
What is CN VI
Abducens - turns eye laterally
What is CN VII
Facial - expression, tears, saliva
What is CN VIII
Acoustic - hearing, equilibrium
What is CN IX
Glossopharyngeal - taste, BP
What is CN X
Vagus - BP, HR, taste
What is CN VII
Facial - expressions, tears, saliva
What is CN XII
hypoglossal - tongue
A patient with unilateral facial paralysis and benign neurological exam otherwise, inability to raise eye brow or smile on the affected side. Flat nasolabial fold. What CN is affected? DX? First line treatment?
CN VII, facial.
Bell’s Palsy.
Initiate course of oral corticosteroids
Presents with primary and secondary lesions including vesicles and crusts
zoster and varicella
A unilateral dermatomal pattern (Z vs V)
zoster
Mild to moderate systemically ill with fever (Z vs V)
varicella (vaccine 12 mo, 4 yr)
miserable with pain, itch, and usually without fever (Z vs V)
zoster (shingrex vaccine)
A condition limited to the scalp, eyelids, and nasoflods that may have mild symptoms of itch and irritability
Seborrhea
A condition limited to the scalp, eyelids, and nasofolds that may have mild symptoms of itch and irritability
Seborrhea
1st line tx = antifungal
A condition that presents with Auspitz sign, scaly silver plaque lesions mostly on knees and elbows
Psoriasis
TX = corticosteroids
What is the international normalized ratio (INR) goal of a 65-year old with atrial fibrillation on Warfarin therapy?
2.0 - 3.0
Does amoxicillin potentially increase bleeding risk during Warfarin therapy?
YES! - all antibiotics due to altered gut flora
Does st. john’s wort potentially increase bleeding risk during warfarin therapy?
NO! - may lower INR due to CYP450 enzymatic induction/inducer
Does gingko biloba potentially increase bleeding risk during warfarin therapy?
YES! - antiplatelet effect
What is the treatment for pelvic inflammatory disease?
IM ceftriaxone and PO doxycycline
What is the treatment for syphilis? Pregnant with allergy? Allergy and not pregnant?
Penicillin
admit to hospital for desensitization
PO doxycycline if allergic to pcn and not pregnant
What is the treatment for external genital warts? What if it is a pregnant woman?
Imiquimod cream
TCA - trichloroacetic acid - if pregnant this is the best option
What is the treatment for pelvic inflammatory disease? What sequelae may present r/t PID?
IM ceftriaxone and PO doxycycline with/out metronidazole 2 weeks
complications: tubal scarring, INCREASED risk for ectopic pregnancy or infertility
What are the most common strands of HPV that causes genital warts
HPV 6 and 11
in the US - HPV 16 and 18 are the most common cause of cancer
HPV vaccine protects against 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, 58. Approved 9-45 years
A palpable ovary on bimanual examination on a 62-year old woman
highest link to ovarian cancer. Ovaries should not be palpable, especially postmenopausal
Vaginal pH should increase with age
What overactive bladder medication may worsen dry mouth and constipation, especially in the older adult
Oxybutynin (Ditropan)
A teenager with sudden onset of left-sided scrotal pain for the past 4 hours. C/o mild intermittent unilateral testicular pain in the past, but not like this. He has vomited once. No fever or history of scrotal trauma. What are expected findings of testicular torsion?
Unilateral loss of cremasteric reflex on the affected side.
Affected testicle is held higher in the scrotum.
Testicular swelling.
A teenager with sudden onset of left-sided scrotal pain for the past 4 hours. C/o mild intermittent unilateral testicular pain in the past, but not like this. He has vomited once. No fever or history of scrotal trauma. What are expected findings of testicular torsion?
Unilateral loss of cremasteric reflex on the affected side.
Affected testicle is held higher in the scrotum.
Testicular swelling.
NO RELIEF of pain with elevation.
PED: 4 year old with intermittent fever as high as 104.5F (40.3C) for the past 8 days and complaining of sore throat. Increased throat pain with swallowing, but no difficulty taking fluids. Little appetite, no N/V, diarrhea/constipation. You find extensive cervical lymphadenopathy, injected conjunctiva, oral erythema and a peeling rash on hands. What disease do you suspect?
Kawasaki disease
Systemic vasculitis of medium vessels (heart, kidneys, eyes) HIGH FEVER (5 days) & 5 criteria: Conjunctival without exudate, Macular rash, Inflammation of lips/oral cavity, Cervical lymphadenopathy, and Changes in extremeties with edema and desquamation of hands and feet
PED: A mild 3-4 day flu-like illness followed by 7-10 days of a red rash that begins on the face with a “slapped cheek” appearance that spreads to the trunk and extremities. What disease do you suspect?
Fifth’s Disease
“Slapped Cheek” rash or LACEY, macular rash that BLANCHES
PED: A mild 3-4 day flu-like illness followed by 7-10 days of a red rash that begins on the face with a “slapped cheek” appearance that spreads to the trunk and extremities. What disease do you suspect? What is a confirmation test? (the virus you test for)
Fifth’s Disease
“Slapped Cheek” rash or LACEY, macular rash that BLANCHES
Contagious before rash. Supportive care
Confirmation = Parvo virus B19 IgM
PED: A child under the age of 5 years with fever, malaise, sore mouth with oral vesicles on mucous membranes that ulcerate and crust, and decreased appetite. What disease do you suspect? When can this child return to daycare?
Hand, foot, mouth disease
Lesions show 1-2 days after. May cause conjunctivitis or pharyngitis.
May return to daycare once the fever free for 24 hours or until blisters are dry
PED: What age should iron supplementation begin in the child only consuming breast milk?
age 4 - 6 months
PED: In the child >12 months, what is the most potent risk factor for iron deficiency anemia? What about the <9 month old child?
> 12 months = Cow’s milk intake >16 oz per day
<9 months = maternal iron depletion or prematurity
PED: What children would be at greatest risk for iron deficiency anemia?
> 12 months old, drinking > 16 oz of cow’s milk, premature infant that is exclusively breastfed without additional supplements
PED: When should 400 IU vitamin D supplementation begin?
All exclusively and partially breastfed infants shortly after birth until weaned then consume >1000 mL/day of vitamin D fortified formula or whole milk
Any infants that ingest <1000 mL/day of vitamin D fortified formula or milk = supplementation
PED: What are 3 key facts about diagnosing ADHD in children? (onset age, setting, evidence of)
Symptoms must be present before age 12
Impairment must be present in at least 2 settings
Evidence of functional interference
PED: A airway condition that is caused by upper airway obstruction, air is more difficult to get in and a characteristic sound heard on inspiration
Stridor
PED: What are 5 airway diagnoses that may cause stridor in children?
Croup, Foreign body, Congenital obstruction, Peritonsillar abscess, Acute epiglottitis
PED: What are key features of croup? Treatment?
Viral/allergic in orgin
ages 6 months - 5 years
TX: supportive treatment, maybe systemic corticosteroids (PO dexamethasone)
PED: What are key features of foreign body?
sudden onset from mechanical obstruction
TODDLERS
PED: What are key features of peritonsillar abscess?
bacterial
older child or adult
“hot potato” voice, difficulty swallowing, trismus (pain opening jaw), CONTRALATERAL uvula deviation
TX: airway, referral to ED, antimicrobial therapy, needle aspiration of abscess
PED: What are key features of acute epiglottitis?
organism = H. Influenza (Hib vaccine)
age 2 - 7 years
abrupt onset of high-grade fever, sore throat, dysphagia, and drooling
leaning forward, drooling AIRWAY EMERGENCY
PED: What are 3 potential differential diagnoses of wheeze in children?
Acute bronchiolitis,
Acute bronchitis,
Asthma
PED: What has a viral etiology, commonly caused by RSV, that results in a short-term illness with wheezing that may persist for 3 weeks
Acute bronchiolitis
TX: supportive
PED: What condition is often allergic with an inflammatory etiology that presents with wheeze and recurrent symptoms or persist without treatment.
Asthma
PED: What are the symptoms of moderate persistent asthma? At what age will FEV1 start to be a component of severity?
daily symptoms, 3-4x/month of nighttime awakenings, daily SABA use, and some limitation in normal activity
Age 5 and up, start measuring lung function. Moderate is 60-80%
PED: What are 3 organisms that cause acute bacterial otitis media?
S. Pneumoniae* - most common, makes kids the sickest
H. Influenza
M. Catarrhalis
PED: To make the diagnosis of AOM in children, what findings must be present?
- Moderate or severe BULGING of TM OR new onset of otorrhea not related to otitis externa with otaligia
- Mild bulging of TM AND recent (<48hrs) onset of ear pain OR intense TM erythema with otalgia
PED: What qualifies for watchful waiting in children that have AOM?
> 6 months old with nonsevere illness and UNILATERAL AOM
Age must be >6 months, must be nonsevere illness, and/or must be unilateral
PED: What is the first line treatment for AOM? What if antibiotic treatment fails after 48-72h?
Amoxicillin 80-90 mg/kg/d PO BID
or
*Amoxicillin-clavulanate 90 mg/kg/d PO or Ceftirazone for failure with amoxicillin
PED: What is the first line treatment for AOM with penicillin allergy?
3rd generation Cephalosporins Cefdinir Cefuroxime Cefpodoxime Ceftriaxone
PED: What is otitis media with effusion in children? What is first line treatment? What type of hearing loss is expected (S or C)?
fluid in the middle ear WITHOUT s/s of ear infection.
First line = watchful waiting, should resolve in 3 months
Consider conductive hearing loss if persistent >3 months
PED: What is the most appropriate treatment that can prevent further dehydration for a child with acute gastroenteritis (vomiting) and mild dehydration?
A 5HT antagonist (Ondansetron/Zofran)
PED: What are expected findings of mild dehydration?
slightly dry lips and thick saliva and slightly decreased urine output.
Exam is normal otherwise - turgor, fontanels, eyes, capillary refill, mental status, thirst (might be increased)
PED: What are the expected findings of moderate dehydration?
<2 second recoil of skin turgor, slightly depressed fontanels, dry lips and oral mucosa, slightly sunken eyes, delayed capillary refill, deceased UO, moderately increased thirst
PED: For mild to moderate dehydration, what is the in office treatment?
oral rehydration therapy, 50-100 mL/kg over 3-4 hours. Small, frequent volumes in office or urgent care setting
PED: In a febrile child, the degree of temperature reduction in response to antipyretic therapy is NOT predictive of presence or absence of bacteremia.
TRUE
PED: The absence of tachypnea is the most useful clinical finding for ruling out pneumonia in children.
TRUE
PED: What is the treatment for community acquired pneumonia of children <5 years? >5 years old? What is an alternative treatment?
Amoxicillin 90 mg/kg/day BID (<5 years or >5 years)
alternative = amoxicillin-clavulanate
Atypical = macrolide = Azithromycin
PED: What are 3 treatment options for UTI in febrile children age 2 to 24 months old?
Amoxicillin
Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole
Cephalosporin - cefixime, cefpodoxime, cefprozile, cephalexin
PED: When does concrete thinking with early moral concept struggles, progression of sexual identity development and reassessment of body image. Emotional separation from parents.
Early adolescence 10-13