Leik chp 2 Question Dissection & Analysis Flashcards
pearly, wax-like, shiny appearance with telangiectasia is “classic” for what dermatological pathology?
basal cell carcinoma
_______ melanoma has pigment such as brown or black color with irregular borders
nodular
________ __________ is a precancer of squamous cell carcinoma and is usually located on the scalp (males), face, and the back of the hands (dorsum); They appear as a crusty/scaly growth that slowly enlarges over time
actinic keratosis
The gold standard test for skin cancer is the ______ _______.
skin biopsy
Sudden-onset red rashes on left lower arm and hand. During the skin exam, the NP notes that there are a few blisters. When the NP touches one of the blisters, it ruptures and drains clear serous fluid. Which of the following 3 conditions should the NP consider in the differential diagnosis? A. Contact dermatitis B. Erysipelas C. Psoriasis D. Impetigo E. Thermal burn
A. Contact dermatitis
D. Impetigo
E. Thermal burn
Fragile, easily-ruptured blisters is a classic finding for _________ _________, an acute bacterial skin infection caused by Staphylococcus or Streptococcus
bullous impetigo
__________ _________ can present with just red skin or red skin with blisters. The rash can be located anywhere on the body and it may have a pattern (like a belt) or no pattern.
Contact dermatitis
________ is a type of cellulitis caused by strep. It resembles a bright-red, warm, raised rash (plaque-like) with discrete borders usually located on the face or the shins. Blistering is not present.
Erysipelas
Rust-colored sputum is associated with _______ ______ infection.
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Patients with _________ __________ may have chest congestion but not fever, chills, or productive cough with purulent sputum.
acute bronchitis
Legionella pneumonia (Legionnaire’s disease) is uncommon in primary care. Look for history of exposure to “nebulized” water sources such as air conditioners, fountains, etc. Patients present with signs/symptoms of pneumonia that are accompanied by _____ ________.
GI symptoms.
______ _________ and _______ ________ are 8 to 13 times more likely to develop liver cancer than other groups due to higher rates of chronic Hep B infection
Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders
In alpha or beta thalassemia trait or minor, the following results are found:
normal to high serum ________ and serum ______ levels
Normal _________
ferritin, iron
TIBC
the gold-standard test to diagnose any anemia involving abnormal hemoglobin (thalassemia, sickle cell, etc.) is the _________ _________
hemoglobin electrophoresis
The _____ is a measure of the variability in size of RBCs (or anisocytosis). An elevated _______ is one of the earliest indicators of iron-deficiency anemia.
RDW, RDW
The most common anemia in the world is _______ _______ anemia.
iron-deficiency
In clinical practice, rule out _____ _____ anemia first before ordering a hemoglobin electrophoresis.
iron deficiency
bacterial vaginosis: presence of ______ _____
clue cells
What type of cell is a mature squamous epithelial cell with numerous bacteria noted on the cell surface and borders?
clue cell
bacterial vaginosis: pH is ______.
alkaline
trichomonas is a ______ or ______ ______ organism
protozoan; unicellular flagellated
normal pH of vagina is acidic. normal acidity pH is ____ to ____
3.5 - 4.5
_____ is the only vaginal condition with an alkaline pH for the exam.
BV
_____ is not considered a STD. The sex partner does not need to be treated.
BV
_______ does not cause inflammation. The microscopy slide will have very few WBCs and a large number of clue cells.
BV
The vaginal discharge in _________ infection is a white color with a thick and curdlike consistency. Frequently causes itching and redness in the vulvovagina due to inflammation.
candida
The microscopy in candidiasis will show a large number of ______, ________, and ______
WBCs, pseudohyphae, and spores
_________ is normal flora of the GI tract and in some women’s vaginas.
candida
__________ infection vaginal discharge is copious, bubbly, and green in color. It causes a lot of inflammation, resulting in itching and redness of the vulvovagina. It is considered to be a STI. The sex partner does / does not need to be treated.
Trichomonas
does
______ (____ ____) is the gold standard of diagnosis for BV, candida vaginitis, and trichomoniasis for the exam.
microscopy (wet smear)
The first-line drug for treating for treating strep throat (streptococcal pharyngitis) is still ___________.
Penicillin VK
The first-line drug for treating for treating strep throat (streptococcal pharyngitis) is still ___________ for ___ days.
Penicillin VK; 10
Adverse side effects of the thiazide diuretics: ________ and __________
hyperuricemia and hyperglycemia
According to the IDSA and the ATS guidelines, outpatient treatment of CAP in healthy patients (no comorbidities) involves the __________
macrolides: Azithromycin, clarithromycin, or erythromycin
calcium channel blockers’ side effects include _______- _______ and _______
swollen ankles and headache
beta blockers’ side effects include _______ and ________
fatigue and depression
The most common cause of cancer DEATH overall (mortality) is _______ cancer
lung
The most common cancer overall (prevalence) is ______ cancer
skin
The most common type of skin cancer is _______ cancer
basal cell carcinoma
The most common cancer in females is _______ and the most common cancer in males is ________
breast
prostate
Mortality statistics:
Disease causing the most deaths overall is
heart disease
Mortality statistics:
Cancer with the highest mortality: _______ cancer
lung
Mortality statistics:
Cancer with the highest mortality in males (_____) and females (_______)
lung; lung
Mortality statistics:
Most common cause of death in adolescents:
_____ ________ _________
motor vehicle crashes
The most common cancer overall (males and females) (prevalence) is ______ cancer
skin
The most common type of skin cancer is _______ cancer
basal cell cancer
Prevalence
The most common cancer in females is _______ and the most common cancer in males is ________
breast
prostate
prevalence:
Skin cancer with the highest mortality: ______
melanoma
Prevalence:
What is the most common type of GYN cancer?
uterine/endometrial
Second most common GYN cancer?
ovarian
_______ cancer is not considered a GYN cancer
breast
___________ tongue is a benign physiological variant
geographic
A _________ tongue has multiple fissures and irregular smoother areas on its surface that make it look like a topographic map. The patient may complain of soreness on the tongue after eating or drinking acidic foods. Remember, this is a BENIGN physiological variant.
geographic
Leukoplakia is / is not a benign variant.
is not
___________ is a slow-growing white plaque that has a firm to hard surface that is slightly raised on the tongue or inside the mouth. It is considered a ________ lesion
Leukoplakia
precancerous
The causes of leukoplakia include poorly _______ _______, ________ ______, and other types of ______
fitting dentures
chewing tobacco
tobacco
Leukoplakia: Refer the patient for a _______ b/c it can sometimes become malignant.
biopsy
Oral ________ _______ of the tongue is a ______ white patch that appears corrugated. It is usually located on the ________ aspects of the tongue or other areas inside the mouth and is associated with _____ and _____
hairy leukoplakia
painless
lateral
HIV and AIDS
Oral hairy leukoplakia is caused by ______-____ virus infection of the tongue. It is / is not considered a premalignant lesion.
Epstein-Barr
is not
Always rule out ovarian cancer in a postmenopausal woman who has a _________ _______
palpable ovary
When ruling out ovarian cancer in a postmenopausal woman with a palpable ovary, the first step is to order a _______ and _________ ultrasound with ______, and refer to _________.
pelvic and intravaginal
oncologist