Uworld4 Flashcards
Dx of atopic dermatitis cannot be made without […].
Dx of atopic dermatitis cannot be made without intense pruritus.
The main side effects of bile acid-binding resins are GI upset, impaired absorption of nutrients and drugs (like statins!), and […].
The main side effects of bile acid-binding resins are GI upset, impaired absorption of nutrients and drugs (like statins!), and hypertriglyceridemia.
The antiarrhythmic agents quinidine, procainamide, disopyramide, ibutilide, dofetilide, and sotalol have been implicated in […].
The antiarrhythmic agents quinidine, procainamide, disopyramide, ibutilide, dofetilide, and sotalol have been implicated in prolonged QT / torsades de pointes.Along with phenothiazines, TCAs
The […] vein drains the ipsilateral jugular and subclavian veins.
The brachiocephalic vein drains the ipsilateral jugular and subclavian veins.Right brachiocephalic drains the right lymphatic ductObstruction causes sx similar to SVC syndrome but on just one side of the body
Tx for Legionnaires is with […] or newer macrolides (i.e. azithromycin).
Tx for Legionnaires is with respiratory fluoroquinolones (i.e. levofloxacin) or newer macrolides (i.e. azithromycin).
Tx for Legionnaires is with respiratory fluoroquinolones (i.e. levofloxacin) or […].
Tx for Legionnaires is with respiratory fluoroquinolones (i.e. levofloxacin) or newer macrolides (i.e. azithromycin).
[…] is uncommon with portal vein thrombosis since sinusoidal hypertension does not develop.
Ascites is uncommon with portal vein thrombosis since sinusoidal hypertension does not develop.
Resistance is maximal between bronchial generations 2-5, but drops in subsequent generations (e.g. small bronchi, bronchioles) because […].
Resistance is maximal between bronchial generations 2-5, but drops in subsequent generations (e.g. small bronchi, bronchioles) because the summated cross-sectional area massively increases.Upper and lower respiratory tract each account for ~50% of total airway resistance.
Airway resistance peaks in […].
Airway resistance peaks in medium-sized bronchi.Highly turbulent flow
[…] is used in organophosphate poisoning - it regenerates cholinesterase in the nm junction.
Pralidoxime (2-PAM) is used in organophosphate poisoning - it regenerates cholinesterase in the nm junction.
Piperacillin-tazobactam, metronidazole, carbapenems, and clindamycin are antimicrobials with […].
Piperacillin-tazobactam, metronidazole, carbapenems, and clindamycin are antimicrobials with anaerobic activity.
Proceed cautiously with […] when renal artery stenosis is present.
Proceed cautiously with ACE inhibitors when renal artery stenosis is present.Elevated levels of ATII are necessary to maintain GFR.
Isolated systolic hypertension is caused by […].
Isolated systolic hypertension is caused by age-related decreases in the compliance of the aorta and its proximal major branches.Or, “aortic stiffening”… high systolic, normal diastolic
INH neuropathy occurs through […].
INH neuropathy occurs through vitamin B6 deficiency.
Patients with an imperforate anus often have other congenital malformations, with […] anomalies being the most common.
Patients with an imperforate anus often have other congenital malformations, with urogenital tract anomalies being the most common.
[…] is a recombinant form of human Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) and can be used in patients with decompensated left ventricular dysfunction leading to CHF.
Nesiritide is a recombinant form of human Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) and can be used in patients with decompensated left ventricular dysfunction leading to CHF.
Both ANP and BNP activate […].
Both ANP and BNP activate guanylate cyclase.Natriuretic peptides cause vasodilation, diuresis, and a decrease in BP. They counteract endothelin, sympathetic effects, and angiotensin II.
High-grade dysplasia is synonymous with […].
High-grade dysplasia is synonymous with carcinoma in situ.Low-grade dysplasia does not involve the entire thickness of the epithelium.
Severe lactic acidosis in conjunction with a lessened difference between arterial and venous O2 content = […]
Severe lactic acidosis in conjunction with a lessened difference between arterial and venous O2 content = cyanide poisoningVenous blood still highly oxygenatedGive nitrites to form methemoglobin
Albendazole is the first line treatment for enterobiasis, but […] is an alternate agent preferred in pregnant patients.
Albendazole is the first line treatment for enterobiasis, but pyrantel pamoate is an alternate agent preferred in pregnant patients.
Nifurtimox is used to treat diseases caused by […].
Nifurtimox is used to treat diseases caused by trypanosomes.Inc. Chagas disease
Shigella can induce apoptosis of the host cell and spread to adjacent cells via protrusions created through host-cell […] polymerization.
Shigella can induce apoptosis of the host cell and spread to adjacent cells via protrusions created through host-cell actin polymerization.Musocal invasion = essential pathogenic mechanism
[…] is the primary histologic finding in patients with eczematous dermatitis.
Spongiosis is the primary histologic finding in patients with eczematous dermatitis.Epidermal accumulation of edematous fluid in the intercellular spaces
Hypergranulosis = excessive granulation in the stratum granulosum of the epidermis, seen in conditions such as […]
Hypergranulosis = excessive granulation in the stratum granulosum of the epidermis, seen in conditions such as lichen planus
Immunocompromised shingles patients are best treated with either foscarnet or […].
Immunocompromised shingles patients are best treated with either foscarnet or cidofovir.Thymidine kinase-deficient VZV tends to be exclusively from AIDS pts
Repetitive myocardial stunning can result in […].
Repetitive myocardial stunning can result in hibernating myocardium.
The vascular endothelium secretes […] to inhibit platelet aggregation.
The vascular endothelium secretes prostacyclin (=PGI2) to inhibit platelet aggregation.Synthetic prostacyclin is used in the tx of pulmonary HTN, peripheral vascular disease, and Raynaud syn
Allopurinol or […] can be used to reduce uric acid levels in tumor lysis syndrome.
Allopurinol or rasburicase can be used to reduce uric acid levels in tumor lysis syndrome.=recombinant version of urate oxidase
Impairment of complement-mediated cell lysis can be accomplished by staphylococcal […], which binds the Fc portion of IgG.
Impairment of complement-mediated cell lysis can be accomplished by staphylococcal protein A, which binds the Fc portion of IgG.
IgA protease is produced by S. pneumo, H. flu, and […] sp.
IgA protease is produced by S. pneumo, H. flu, and Neisseria sp.
[…] results from the deposition of calcium hydroxyapatite crystals in periarticular soft tissues.
Calcific tendonitis results from the deposition of calcium hydroxyapatite crystals in periarticular soft tissues.Rotator cuff tendons are commnly affected
Suffix of a biological agent indicated whether a medication is a monoclonal antibody (=[…]), a receptor molecule (=cept), or a kinase inhibitor (=nib).
Suffix of a biological agent indicated whether a medication is a monoclonal antibody (=mab), a receptor molecule (=cept), or a kinase inhibitor (=nib).For monoclonal abs: u=human, o=mouse, xi=chimeric, zu=humanized, xizu=chim/hum hybrid
Suffix of a biological agent indicated whether a medication is a monoclonal antibody (=mab), a receptor molecule (=[…]), or a kinase inhibitor (=nib).
Suffix of a biological agent indicated whether a medication is a monoclonal antibody (=mab), a receptor molecule (=cept), or a kinase inhibitor (=nib).For monoclonal abs: u=human, o=mouse, xi=chimeric, zu=humanized, xizu=chim/hum hybrid
Suffix of a biological agent indicated whether a medication is a monoclonal antibody (=mab), a receptor molecule (=cept), or a kinase inhibitor (=[…]).
Suffix of a biological agent indicated whether a medication is a monoclonal antibody (=mab), a receptor molecule (=cept), or a kinase inhibitor (=nib).For monoclonal abs: u=human, o=mouse, xi=chimeric, zu=humanized, xizu=chim/hum hybrid
Vascular rxn to endothelial and intimal injury is intimal hyperplasia and fibrosis, predominantly mediated by reactive […] cells that migrate from the media to the intima.
Vascular rxn to endothelial and intimal injury is intimal hyperplasia and fibrosis, predominantly mediated by reactive smooth muscle cells that migrate from the media to the intima.SMCsFollowed by SMC proliferation and collagen synthesis to produce a neointima, can result in reactive intimal hyperplasia
Ranibizumab, bevacizumab = […]
Ranibizumab, bevacizumab = VEGF inhibitorsWet AMD
[…] is the only agent in the pyrimidine class of antifungals.
Flucytosine is the only agent in the pyrimidine class of antifungals.Converted to 5-FU within the fungal cell, interferes with RNA/protein synth
[…] fermentation is a property of S. aureus.
Mannitol fermentation is a property of S. aureus.Other staphylococci cannot ferment mannitol.
Nongonococcal urethritis (NGU) is most commonly caused by C. trachomatic or […].
Nongonococcal urethritis (NGU) is most commonly caused by C. trachomatic or Ureaplasma urealyticum.Other causes include Mycoplasma and Trichomonas sp.Tx = azithromycin
The immune deficiency of ataxia-telangiectasia primarily manifests as an […].
The immune deficiency of ataxia-telangiectasia primarily manifests as an IgA deficiency.
Hyperkeratotic vesicles on the palms and soles = […]
Hyperkeratotic vesicles on the palms and soles = keratoderma blennorrhagicumReactive arthritis… other derm manifestation is circinate balanitis (serpiginous annular dermatitis of the glans penis)
Currently […] has replaced lidocaine in the management of v tach.
Currently amiodarone has replaced lidocaine in the management of v tach.
Verapamil is used for supraventricular or ventricular tachyarrhythmias? […]
Verapamil is used for supraventricular or ventricular tachyarrhythmias? Supra - because it slows conduction through the AV node.DO NOT give for ventricular tach –> v fib –> death
[…] is indicated for use in the acute tx of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia.
Adenosine is indicated for use in the acute tx of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia.It is not indicated in v tach
Glucagon, TSH, and PTH receptor complexes are what type? […]
Glucagon, TSH, and PTH receptor complexes are what type? Gs
Heme oxygenase converts heme to […].
Heme oxygenase converts heme to biliverdin.
[…] typically results from a re-entrant impulse traveling through slowly and rapidly conducting segments of the AV node.
Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) typically results from a re-entrant impulse traveling through slowly and rapidly conducting segments of the AV node.Tx: carotid massage, Valsalva –> increase cardiac parasymp tone
Class […] antiarrhythmic drugs exhibit use-dependence.
Class 1C antiarrhythmic drugs exhibit use-dependence.Prolongs the QRS duration in a rate-dependent manner… slowest of the class 1s to dissociate from the Na channel
Class […] antiarrhythmics demonstrate reverse use-dependence.
Class III antiarrhythmics demonstrate reverse use-dependence.Slower HR, more prolonged QT inverval… no effect on QRS duration
Synthesis of GABA is mediated by […]. Catabolism of GABA is mediated by GABA transaminase.
Synthesis of GABA is mediated by glutamate decarboxylase. Catabolism of GABA is mediated by GABA transaminase.Both use vitB6 as a cofactor!
Synthesis of GABA is mediated by glutamate decarboxylase. Catabolism of GABA is mediated by […].
Synthesis of GABA is mediated by glutamate decarboxylase. Catabolism of GABA is mediated by GABA transaminase.Both use vitB6 as a cofactor!
[…] bone composes only 15% of the total skeleton by weight but is metabolically more active because of its large surface area.
Trabecular bone composes only 15% of the total skeleton by weight but is metabolically more active because of its large surface area.=spongy=cancellousOsteoporosis primarily involves trabecular bone.
Sickle cell trait RBCs will sickle when […] is added.
Sickle cell trait RBCs will sickle when sodium metabisulfite is added.
Sorbitol-containing MacConkey agar is used for isolation of […].
Sorbitol-containing MacConkey agar is used for isolation of O157:H7 E. coli.Additionally, O157:H7 does not produce glucuronidase.
Ribosomes attach to the RER via the […], a protein complex containing ribophorins that bind the large 60S subunit.
Ribosomes attach to the RER via the translocon, a protein complex containing ribophorins that bind the large 60S subunit.Pancreatic and plasma cells are especially rich in ribosomes
Mu receptors are GPCRs whose actions are mediated through various pathways – one pathway involves increased […] efflux.
Mu receptors are GPCRs whose actions are mediated through various pathways – one pathway involves increased potassium efflux.–> hyperpolarization of postsynaptic neurons –> blocked pain transmission
The more common NNRTIs include nevirapine, efavirenz, and […].
The more common NNRTIs include nevirapine, efavirenz, and delavirdine.
In lung transplant, chronic rejection causes inflammation of the […].
In lung transplant, chronic rejection causes inflammation of the small bronchioles.Bronchiolitis obliteransPresents with dyspnea, nonproductive cough, and wheezing
In systemic mastocytosis, there is increased secretion of […].
In systemic mastocytosis, there is increased secretion of histamine.Results in increased gastric acid secretion
[…] is a positive regulator of acetyl-CoA carboxylase and fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase.
Citrate is a positive regulator of acetyl-CoA carboxylase and fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase.Indicator of high energy stores because it is formed in the first rxn of Krebs cycle
Alanine allosterically inhibits which glycolytic enzyme? […]
Alanine allosterically inhibits which glycolytic enzyme? Pyruvate kinaseDuring gluconeogenic state
[…] is an allosteric activator of pyruvate carboxylase.
Acetyl-CoA is an allosteric activator of pyruvate carboxylase.High levels = energy excess
Cystathione synthase requires vitamin B6 and the amino acid […].
Cystathione synthase requires vitamin B6 and the amino acid serine.
The macula has a separate blood supply from the […], while the rest of the retina is supplied by the central retinal artery.
The macula has a separate blood supply from the choroid artery, while the rest of the retina is supplied by the central retinal artery.This explains the finding of cherry-red macula when central retinal artery is occluded.
Amino acids that are glucogenic and ketogenic = […]
Amino acids that are glucogenic and ketogenic = Ile Trp PheKetogenic AAs = Leucine, Lysine
Serum albumin levels, […] levels, and prothrombin time are reflective of liver function and are of greatest prognostic significance in pts with cirrhosis.
Serum albumin levels, bilirubin levels, and prothrombin time are reflective of liver function and are of greatest prognostic significance in pts with cirrhosis.
[…] is a 72 kD enzyme that is detected in inflammatory cells but is undetectable in most normal tissues.
COX-2 is a 72 kD enzyme that is detected in inflammatory cells but is undetectable in most normal tissues.
[…] is the only available IV agent that improves renal perfusion while it lowers blood pressure.
Fenoldopam is the only available IV agent that improves renal perfusion while it lowers blood pressure.Stimulation of dopamine receptors in kidney -> improved renal blood flow, increased sodium, increased water excretion
[…] asthma is the most common type.
Extrinsic allergic asthma is the most common type.E.g. animal dander
Cellular integrins are the receptor of […].
Cellular integrins are the receptor of CMV.NAchR = rabiesICAM1/CD54 = rhinoCD21/CR2 = EBV
Fetor hepaticus = […]
Fetor hepaticus = malodorous breath in pts with poor hepatic function
Early-onset food poisoning = S. aureus, B. cereus ; Late-onset food poisoning = […]
Early-onset food poisoning = S. aureus, B. cereus ; Late-onset food poisoning = C. perfringens
Hyperglycemia is a metabolic side effect seen with which psychiatric drug class? […]
Hyperglycemia is a metabolic side effect seen with which psychiatric drug class? 2nd generation antipsychotics (atypicals)– Low-potency antipsychotics are more likely to cause sedation, anticholinergic, anti-adrenergic side effects
Bisphosphonates are structural analogues of […], an important component of hydroxyapatite.
Bisphosphonates are structural analogues of pyrophosphate, an important component of hydroxyapatite.Make hydroxyapatite more insoluble and interfere with osteoclasts.Patient who take bisphosphonates must STAY UPRIGHT for 30 minutes because these agents are caustic to the esophagus.
The four morphologic stages of lobar pneumonia: […], red hepatization, gray hepatization, and resolution.
The four morphologic stages of lobar pneumonia: congestion, red hepatization, gray hepatization, and resolution.
Pulsus alternans occurs in patients with l[…].
Pulsus alternans occurs in patients with left ventricular dysfunction.Beat to beat variation in the magnitude of the pulse pressure in the presence of a regular cardiac rhythm
A dicrotic pulse is most common in patients with severe […].
A dicrotic pulse is most common in patients with severe systolic dysfunction.Pulse with two distinct peaks, one during systole and one during diastole
A […] refers to rapid ejection of a large stroke volume against a decreased afterload.
A hyperkinetic pulse refers to rapid ejection of a large stroke volume against a decreased afterload.Fever, exercise, PDA, A-V fistula
Vernet syndrome = dysfunction of […]
Vernet syndrome = dysfunction of CN IX,X,XI=Jugular foramen syndrome
[…] = when one hormone allows another to exert its maximal effect
Permissiveness = when one hormone allows another to exert its maximal effectCortisol exerts permissive effect on many hormones to help improve response to stressors
Systolic ejection murmur that increases in intensity on standing = […]
Systolic ejection murmur that increases in intensity on standing = hypertrophic cardiomyopathyIf it decreases on standing –> aortic stenosis
A fib may cause the murmur of […] to disappear completely.
A fib may cause the murmur of mitral/tricuspid valve stenosis to disappear completely.Diastolic murmur with presystolic accentuation due to atrial contraction