GIM Flashcards
Unilateral then bilateral Purulent discharge without pain or visual disturbance. Dx?
Bacterial conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis associated with rash involving ophtho division of fifth cranial n, Dx?
Herpes zoster conjunctivitis
Acute hyperpurulent ocular discharge in a sexually active adult. Dx?
Neisseria gonorrhea conjunctivitis
Unilateral then bilateral conjunctivitis with Daytime watery or mucoid discharge. Dx?
Viral conjunctivitis
Itching and tearing of the eyes, nasal congestion. Dx?
Allergic conjunctivitis
Anaphylaxis reaction is an example of which type of hypersensitivity reaction?
Type 1 hypersensitivity reaction
Back pain that improves with leaning forward is the classic presentation of what musculoskeletal condition?
Spinal stenosis
Before starting a patient on TNF-alpha inhibitors, what test should be performed?
Purified protein derivative(PPD) tuberculin skin test
Best next step after pt has tried NSAIDs /OCPs for primary dysmenorrhea but symptoms persist >3 months?
Ultrasound to rule out uterine abnormalities like fibroids
Name the supplement: Sleep aid also used for stress/anxiety relief. If combined withEtOH, can oversedate.
Kava
Finasteride, used to assist patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia, acts on which enzyme to inhibit conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone?
5 alpha reductase
Excessive ingestion of licorice can lead to which electrolyte abnormality?
Hypokalemia
Name the supplement: Used against dementia. Can increase the risk of bleeding.
Ginkgo Biloba
Name the supplement: Used for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Can cause headaches and/or abdominal pain/nausea.
Saw Palmetto
Name the supplement: Used as an anti-depressant. Can potentially induce cytochrome P450 drug metabolism.
St. John’s Wort
Name the supplement: Used against the common cold. Can cause nausea, rash and itchiness.
Echinacea
Name three conditions that are very often associated with hypogammaglobulinemia
CLL, nephrotic syndrome, bronchiectasis
On fundoscopic examination, which condition is associated with cherry red spots on the macula?
Retinal artery occlusion
1-3% with 1 long bone fracture 33% with bilateral femur fractures - acute neurological abnormalities, hypoxemia and petechial rash. Dx?
Fat Embolism Syndrome
On a DEXA scan, what T score will indicate osteoporosis?
T score of less than -2.5
Digestion of which toxin from reef fish can cause for peri-oral paresthesias to occur?
Ciguatera toxin (found in barracuda, grouper, red snapper, moray eel, sea bass)
Loss of passive flexion of the foot when the calf is squeezed with achilles tendon tears is known as what test?
Positive Thompson test
During exercise, what is the formula used to determine the maximum heart rate an individual should achieve?
(220 - age in years) X 85%
Rapid fire txt: Bipolar disorder
Mood stabilizers (eg, lithium, valproic acid, carbamazepine), atypical antipsychotics
Rapid fire txt: Anorexia
Nutrition, psychotherapy, antidepressants not helpful (?olanzapine)
Rapid fire txt: Alcohol withdrawal
Long-acting benzodiazepines
chlordiazepoxide, clonazepam, Diazepam
Rapid fire txt: Alcoholism
Disulfiram, acamprosate, naltrexone, supportive care
Rapid fire txt: Bulimia nervosa
CBT, SSRIs
Rapid fire txt: ADHD
Methylphenidate, CBT, atomoxetine, guanfacine, clonidine
Rapid fire txt: Depression
SSRIs or CBT
What are the possible agents for treating hypertension in pregnant women?
Hydralazine, Labetalol, Alpha Methyldopa
Rapid fire txt: Benign prostatic hyperplasia
α1-antagonists, 5α-reductase inhibitors, PDE-5 inhibitors
HLA-DR4assoc w/?
Diabetes mellitus type 1, rheumatoid arthritis, Addison disease
Rapid fire txt: Ethylene glycol/methanol intoxication
Fomepizole (alcohol dehydrogenase inhibitor)
Rapid fire txt: Drug of choice for anticoagulation during pregnancy
1st trimester: warfarin if <5mg, LMWH, UFH 2nd trimester: warfarin
Rapid fire assoc: Mammary gland (“blue domed”) cyst
Fibrocystic change of the breast
Rapid fire txt: Buerger disease
Smoking cessation
HLA-B27 assoc w/? 4 things
Psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, IBD-associated arthritis, reactive arthritis (formerly Reiter syndrome)
HLA-DR3assoc w/?
Diabetes mellitus type 1, SLE, Graves disease, Hashimoto thyroiditis, Addison disease
Rapid fire assoc:”Thumb sign” on lateral neck x-ray
Epiglottitis (Haemophilus influenzae) Medical emergency
What are the two most common nerve root impingements in lower back pain?
L5 and S1
What blood test is the initial screening test for suspected systemic mastocytosis?
Serum tryptase level
What environmental exposure can lead to acute vitamin B12 deficiency?
Nitrous oxide (Nitrous oxide inactivates vitamin B12.)