Sleep Apnea + FRAX + Thyroid Storm

Question 1

This neck circumference (in cm) is associated with a low probability of sleep apnea

Answer 1

43cm or less

Question 2

These factors are associated with increased incidence of sleep apnea

Answer 2

Habitual snoring and hypertension

Question 3

What is FRAX?

Answer 3

Risk of osteoporotic fracture in the next 10 years

Question 4

What are risk factors for fracture?

Answer 4

Age, previous fractures, smoking status

Sex, fam h/o of previous fractures, alcohol intake

BMI, rheumatoid arthritis, steroid use

(Tip - menopause is NEVER the right answer)

Question 5

Causes of hyperthyroidism

Answer 5

Trauma, surgery, other causes

Question 6

Thyroid storm is associated with a dangerous increase in…

Answer 6

Heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature