Smarty PANCE Insta Questions Flashcards
What is the MOST likely causative organism of septic arthritis?
Answer: Staph aureus
- S. aureus is approx. 50%
- Neisseria gonorrhea in sexually active young adults
- Pseudomonas in IV drug users
What electrolyte abnormalities is associated with bulimia nervosa?
Metabolic alkalosis
- self-induced vomiting leads to loss of hydrogen ions and chloride, resulting in higher bicarbonate concentration
What are the two most common etiologies of peptic ulcer disease?
H. pylori and NSAIDs
A 4-year-old is brought to the clinic by his parents for trouble sleeping. For the past few weeks, the patient has woken up multiple times in the night, screaming and crying. The parents have noticed that is his extremely diaphoretic during these episodes. The patient cannot remember any of these events. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Sleep terror disorder
- specifically when patients have nightmares and have severe distress during their nightmares, however they do not recall it at all
A 71 yo male with a history of chronic alcoholism, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and a previous hip fracture presents to your clinic complaining of worsening right groin and buttock pain. You suspect possible avascular necrosis of the femur. Which of the following types of hip fractures did the patient most likely have in the past?
A. Greater trochanteric fracture
B. Femoral neck fracture
C. Intertrochanteric fracture
D. Subtrochanteric fracture
E. None of the above
Femoral neck fracture
- MC RF is trauma, but patients who have a femoral neck fracture specifically are at higher risk for AVN and non-union
A 62 yo female with a history of obesity and COPD presents to the clinic complaining of her urine “leaking.” She states it occurs when she laughs or coughs. What is the best initial treatment for this patient?
Weight loss and Kegel exercises
What is Nikolsky sign?
Dislodgment of the superficial epidermis by shearing force
What is the most common cause of acute epiglottitis?
Haemophilus influenzae
Which of the following is not considered diagnostic for diabetes mellitus?
A. A1c > 6.5%
B. Fasting plasma glucose > 126 mg/dL x2
C. Plasma glucose > 200 mg/dL after glucose tolerance test
D. Random glasma glucose > 200 mg/dL with hyperglycemic symptoms
E. All are diagnostic
E. All are diagnostic
What is the preferred initial treatment for acute otitis media in a 5 yo with no previous history of otitis media nor risk factors for resistance?
Amoxicillin
Which of the following is not a radiographic finding consistent with osteoarthritis?
A. Joint space narrowing
B. Osteophytes
C. Pencil-in-cup deformity
D. Subchondral cysts
E. Subcondral sclerosis
C. Pencil-in-cup deformity
A 20 yo male just got back to the US from a mission trip to South Asia. He is now having intense, watery, rice-like stools. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Cholera
What is the first-line treatment for papulopustular rosacea?
Topical metronidazole
What is the correct definition of precocious puberty in girls?
Secondary sexual maturation < 8
What disorder is characterized by a scaly, rough erythematous patch that appears on sun-exposed areas?
Actinic keratosis
A 35 yo female with a history of diabetes, hypertension, and COPD presents to the ER complaining of dysuria, suprapubic pain, malaise, and chills. She is febrile. On physical exam he patient has costovertebral angle tenderness. UA is positive for leukocyte esterase, nitrites, and bacteria. CT of abdomen/pelvis is pending. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Acute pyelonephritis
A 10 yo is brought in by his mother. She noticed him not sleeping well and itching is buttock at night. The tape test is positive. What is the best treatment option?
Albendazole
- Enterobiasis is the most common helminthic infection
Which is the biggest risk factor for suicide?
A. Depression
B. Access to gasoline
C. Access to a rope
D. Previous attempt
E. Family history
Previous attempt
What is the most common cause of syncope?
Vasovagal syncope
Rheumatic fever commonly affects which valve?
Mitral valve
What will be elevated first in bacterial meningitis?
CSF WBC with neutrophil predominance
Upon PE of a patient, you note a sacral pressure ulcer with full-thickness skin and tissue loss with exposed muscle and tendon in the ulcer. Which of the following stage is this pressure ulcer at? Stage 1-4
Stage 4
Which class of medications should be avoided in those with Prinzmetal angina?
Beta blockers as they can aggravate symptoms
A 20 yo female presents to the clinic complaining of intense sleepiness during the day and also a desire to fall asleep constantly. She has episodes where she feels paralyzed as she is falling asleep. PE is unremarkable. Which of the following is the best diagnostic test to confirm the most likely diagnosis?
A. CT head without contrast
B. Overnight polysomnography
C. Continuous elevtroencephalogram
D. MBI brain
E. Multiple sleep latency test
E. Multiple sleep latency test
What is the first-line treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration?
VEGF inhibitor injections
What is the most common cause of acute liver failure in the US?
Acetaminophen toxicity
What is considered first line in the long term treatment of panic disorder?
Sertraline (Zoloft)
A 15 yo female with no medical history presents to the ER with AMS. She is tachycardic. Labs revealed a glucose level of 900 mg/dL and elevated beta-hydroxybutyric acid. What acid-base issue would you expect to see?
High anion gap metabolic acidosis
- DKA presents with elevated BG, elevated beta-hydroxybutyric acid, and HAGMA
A 72 yo female with history of osteoporosis and hypothyroidism presents to the ER complaining of a week of fever, terrible diarrhea, and abdominal pain. She ends up in the ICU as she develops septic shock and end-organ failure. Upon talking to the patient, you learn that she lives with her son and his kids. Her son owns a turtle and dog. The patient has been recently helping clean up the turtle’s cage. Stool and blood cultures are obtained. Which culture will likely grow what?
Salmonella
What is the best diagnostic test for a suspected deep neck infection?
A. CT of neck with contrast
B. MRI of neck
C. Lateral radiograph
D. US of neck
E. CBC, ESR, CRP, ferritin
A. CT of neck with contrast
Which of the following is the most common cause of orchitis?
Mumps
Which of the following is one of the most common initial clinical symptoms in multiple sclerosis?
A. vertigo
B. extreme weakness
C. depression
D. arthralgia
E. optic neuritis
E. optic neuritis
What is considered first-line pharmacologic therapy for management of gastroparesis symptoms?
Metoclopramide
What is the significance of melena in gastrointestinal bleeding?
Indicates an upper gastrointestinal source
A 73 yo female presents with facial flushing, wheezing, and watery diarrhea for a few months. Her symptoms are worsened by certain foods. What is the best initial diagnostic study to order for the suspected diagnosis?
5-HIAA in urine
- carcinoid tumors secrete serotonin most commonly at the appendix; can develop into carcinoid syndrome 10% of the time
A 55 yo male presents to clinic complaining of SOB and trouble breathing. He states that this has been going on for a few months. He used to work as a construction worker when he was younger and was exposed to some “bad stuff” out there. A chest radiograph revealed pleural plaques. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Asbestosis
A 61 yo male presents to your clinic complaining of constant ringing in his ears. He denies dizziness, headaches, or any other issue. You start to go through all of the medications he is taking which include lisinopril, metoprolol, aspirin, metformin, levothyroxine, and atorvastatin, Which is most likely the cause?
Aspirin
What is the most common type of benign breast tumor?
Fibroadenoma
A 20 yo male presents with morning back pain and stiffness for the past few months. He says it improves with exercise. Schober test is positive. Lab studies reveal elevated ESR and CRP. What gene is likely to be positive in this patient?
HLA-B27
- Ankylosing spondylitis
A 25 yo female with an unremarkable history presents to your clinic complaining of dull, tight “band-like” headaches that have been happening almost every day for the past few months. Which is the most appropriate medication to prescribe her for prophylactic management?
A. Aspririn/paracetamol/caffeine
B. Naproxen
C. Verapamil
D. Amitriptyline
E. Sumatriptan
Amitriptyline
A “strawberry cervix” is seen in which condition?
Trichomoniasis
At what age is it considered safe to introduce honey to children?
at 12 months
Which of the following is not a RF for penile cancer?
A. HPV infection
B. HIV infection
C. Tobacco abuse
D. Untreated phimosis
E. Circumcision before adulthood
E. Circumcision before adulthood
On PE, you note a few scattered well-circumscribed, brown raised lesion with a “stuck-on” appearance. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Seborrheic keratosis
An 81 yo female presents to the ER with acute onset of low back pain. She complains of bowel dysfunction and loss of sensation over her inner thighs. PE reveals decreased lower extremity reflexes. Which is the best diagnostic test for the likely diagnosis?
MRI of the lumbosacral spine
- suspected dx: Cauda equina syndrome
Which carpal bone has the highest rate of nonunion and is most commonly associated with occult fractures?
Scaphoid
A patient in the hospital admitted for acute exacerbation of HF goes into ventricular fibrillation during your PE. What is the next best step?
Apply pads and defibrillate
How does cranial nerve II palsy present?
Loss of visual acuity and visual field defects
CN II = optic nerve
What is the most common cause of acute dacrocystitis?
Staphylococcus aureus
Where is disease of the pulmonary valve best heard?
Left upper sternal boarder, specifically the 2nd intercostal space
A positive osmotic fragility test is seen in which of the following?
A. Iron deficiency anemia
B. Sickle cell anemia
C. Hereditary spherocytosis
D. G6PD deficiency
E. Thalassemia
C. Hereditary spherocytosis
What is Hereditary spherocytosis?
A disorder characterized by the production of spherically shaped erythrocytes that are more prone to hemolysis.
What is the osmotic fragility test?
Measures the erythrocytes’ ability to withstand hypotonic solutions
- elevated in hereditary spherocytosis
Which of the following differentiates acute stress disorder (ASD) from PTSD?
A. Presence of flashbacks
B. Avoidance of reminders
C. Duration of symptoms
D. Experiencing distress
E. Hyperarousal symptoms
C. Duration of symptoms
- ASD = 3 days and up to 1 month
- PTSD = symptoms persist for more than 1 month
A 5 yo male presents to the clinic with his mom due to a “tender rash on his face.” On PE, you note scattered thin-roofed vesicles around his nose and mouth, as well as yellowish-orange colored crust around his nares. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Impetigo
Which of the following is the most common type of breech presentation?
A. Complete
B. Incomplete
C. Frank
D. Footling
E. None of the above
C. Frank
What is the most important risk factor for cerebral palsy?
Preterm birth
Which of the following is the predominant malaria species in the world?
A. Plasmodium vivax
B. Plasmodium malariae
C. Plasmodium ovale
D. Plasmodium knowlesi
E. Plasmodium falciparum
E. Plasmodium falciparum
Psoriasis is most commonly noted on what location?
Arms and extensor surfaces
Which of the following conditions would have a positive Kussmaul’s sign on PE?
A. Left ventricular failure
B. Pulmonary edema
C. Coarctation of the aorta
D. Constrictive pericarditis
E. Aortic stenosis
D. Constrictive pericarditis
What is Kussmaul’s sign?
It is characterized by an increase in jugular venous pressure (JVP) during inspiration
Pernicious anemia is due to a deficiency of what?
Intrinsic factor
- it is essential for absorption of vitamin B12 at the terminal ileum
Which is not a side effect of lithium?
A. Hyperparathyroidism
B. Hypothyroidism
C. Cognitive fog
D. Tremors
E. All are side effects
E. All are side effects
Which of the following physical findings suggest pernicious anemia?
A. Splenomegaly and hepatomegaly
B. Petechiae and ecchymosis
C. Loss of position and vibratory sensation
D. Cheilosis and koilonychia
C. Loss of position and vibratory sensation
A 59 yo male with a history of HTN, tobacco abuse, and osteoarthritis presents to the ER due to acute, severe left leg pain and numbness for 5 days. He is tachycardic upon arrival (HR 102 bpm, irregularly irregular). On exam, you notice his left leg is cool, without palpable dorsalis pedis or posterior tibial pulses. Imaging demonstrates occlusion of the left common femoral artery. You order IV heparin. Which of the following is best treatment for this patient?
A. IV heparin alone
B. Limb amputation
C. Balloon catheter embolectomy
D. Bypass surgery
E. None of the above
C. Balloon catheter embolectomy, for treatment of acute limb ischemia
A 42 yo female with a history of GERD and Crohn’s presents to clinic. About a year ago she had her ileum resected. The patient is now likely to have which of the following?
A. Hyporeflexia and tremors
B. Headaches and fatigue
C. Oral ulcers and bleeding
D. Koilonychia
E. Ataxia and peripheral neuropathy
E. Ataxia and peripheral neuropathy
Vitamin B12 is responsible for myelination of the body’s nervous system and RBC production
A 27 yo male presents to the clinic with SOB, chest pain, and fatigue. His PE is remarkable for a cresendo-decrescendo systolic murmur heard at the apex. An EKG reveals asymmetric septal hypertrophy and left ventricular hypertrophy. Which of the following is the best initial option?
A. Procainamide
B. Hydrochlorothiazide
C. Beta-blockers
D. Aspirin
E. ACE inhibitor
C. Beta-blockers
Tx for hypertrophic CM includes a nondihydropyridine CCBs or beta-blocker and diuretics as needed for volume overload
A 72 yo male presents with an abnormal change in bowel habits and fatigue. His PE is remarkable abdominal mass. His Hgb is 10 mg/dL. Which of the following is likely to be elevated?
A. Alpha-fetoprotein
B. CEA
C. CA-125
D. CA 19-9
E. AAT1
B. CEA
Tumor marker for colorectal cancer
What is the most common presenting symptom for colorectal cancer?
Change in bowel habits (70%)
What is the USPSTF screening recommendation for colorectal cancer?
screening at age 45 for individuals with an average risk
Most cases of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) are diagnosed between which of the following age ranges?
0-5 years
peak incidence 2-5 yo
What is the therapeutic window for recombinant tissue plasminogen activator (rtPA) in acute ischemic stroke?
Within 4.5 hours of symptoms onset
Which of the following is the best management option of Shigella gastroenteritis in adults?
A. Rehydration and azithromycin
B. Rehydration and loperamide
C. Rifaximin and pepto-bismol
D. Loperamide and pepto-bismol
E. Bactrim and metronidazole
A. Rehydration and azithromycin
Note: antidiarrheals should be avoided
Which of the following is the preferred treatment for a displaced lisfranc injury with evidence of instability?
A. Reassurance and follow-up
B. Cast immobilization
C. Open reduction and rigid internal fixation
D. RICE
E. None of the above
C. Open reduction and rigid internal fixation (ORIF)
What is a lisfranc injury?
A tarsometatarsal fracture-dislocation defined by disruption between the base of the 2nd metatarsal and articulation of the medial cuneiform
What is the treatment of choice for the infection caused by Rickettsia rickettsii?
Doxycycline
A 16 yo male is brought to clinic by his mom and is worried about him. He has set fire to the trash a couple of times over the past year, has been in many fights at school, suspended multiple times for violating school policy, and recently admitted to stealing items from a drug store. Upon talking to the patient, he has no regret or guilt about his behaviors and is even proud of himself. What personality disorder is the patient most at risk for?
Antisocial personality disorder
- those with conduct disorder are at increased risk of developing this disorder
What are 5 of the 9 diseases that can cause a rash on the palms/soles?
- Hand Foot Mouth Disease (coxsackie)
- Syphilis (secondary)
- Janeway lesions from endocarditis
- Kawasaki disease
- Measles
- Toxic shock syndrome
- Reactive arthritis
- Meningococcemia
- Rocky mountain spotted fever; Rickettsia
A 42 yo female presents for an annual PE with some complaints of fatigue and dyspnea. On PE you appreciate a fixed S2 split. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Atrial septal defect
Which is recognized as a risk factor for developing Osgood-Schlatter disease?
A. participation in non-contact sports like swimming
B. A diet high in calcium and vitamin D
C. Males aged 13-18
D. Sedendary lifestyle during adolescence
E. Female gender
C. Males aged 13-18
- affects adolescents during periods of rapid growth with a high prevalence in males 13-18
- caused be repetitive tension of the growth plate at the tibial tuberosity
Repair of an asymptomatic abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is generally indicated in males when it reaches what size?
5.5 cm or greater
5.0 cm in women