APEA Predictor Exam Missed Questions
Part 3
When should pediatrics be screened for hyperlipidemia?
between 9 and 11 years old
What is the tell-tale symptom of endometriosis?
progressive dysmenorrhea
What is treatment for first-line endometriosis?
cyclic OCPs and NSAIDs
How is endometriosis diagnosed?
via transvaginal ultrasound
What are risk factors for the development of cervical cancer?
HIV, immunocompromised, low socioeconomic status, smoking, hispanic, DES
daughters, long term contraceptive use
What does the D in melanoma stand for?
greater than 6mm in diameter or 1/4 of an inch
Boutonniere deformities are indicative of what disease?
rheumatoid arthritis
What are the potassium sparing diuretics?
spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride, eplenerone
What class of diuretic is bumetanide?
a loop diuretic, same as lasix
What is Chovstek's sign?
a contraction of ipsilateral facial muscles subsequent to percussion over the facial
nerve, indicative of hypocalcemia
What is Trousseau's sign?
a carpopedal spasm induced by ischemia secondary to the inflation of a
sphygmomanometer cuff, indicative of hypocalcemia
Calcium is in an inverse relationship with what electrolyte?
phosphorous
When you see the trigger word "christmas tree", what rash should you consider?
pityriasis rosea
What is the recommended treatment for pityriasis rosea?
nothing; it is a viral rash and can last up to two months before clearing on it's own
Causing harm or damage
deleterious
How do you calculate ideal body weight for men?
start at 106 pounds and then add 6 for every inch above 5 feet
How is lichen sclerosus treated?
topical steroids, topical calcineuronin inhibitors to suppress the immune system, topical
or oral retinoids, phototherapy
What is the tell-tale sign of malignant hypertension?
retinopathy and blurred vision; characterized by a diastolic BP of greater than 130
What is the difference between a Parkinsonian tremor and an essential tremor?
Part 3
When should pediatrics be screened for hyperlipidemia?
between 9 and 11 years old
What is the tell-tale symptom of endometriosis?
progressive dysmenorrhea
What is treatment for first-line endometriosis?
cyclic OCPs and NSAIDs
How is endometriosis diagnosed?
via transvaginal ultrasound
What are risk factors for the development of cervical cancer?
HIV, immunocompromised, low socioeconomic status, smoking, hispanic, DES
daughters, long term contraceptive use
What does the D in melanoma stand for?
greater than 6mm in diameter or 1/4 of an inch
Boutonniere deformities are indicative of what disease?
rheumatoid arthritis
What are the potassium sparing diuretics?
spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride, eplenerone
What class of diuretic is bumetanide?
a loop diuretic, same as lasix
What is Chovstek's sign?
a contraction of ipsilateral facial muscles subsequent to percussion over the facial
nerve, indicative of hypocalcemia
What is Trousseau's sign?
a carpopedal spasm induced by ischemia secondary to the inflation of a
sphygmomanometer cuff, indicative of hypocalcemia
Calcium is in an inverse relationship with what electrolyte?
phosphorous
When you see the trigger word "christmas tree", what rash should you consider?
pityriasis rosea
What is the recommended treatment for pityriasis rosea?
nothing; it is a viral rash and can last up to two months before clearing on it's own
Causing harm or damage
deleterious
How do you calculate ideal body weight for men?
start at 106 pounds and then add 6 for every inch above 5 feet
How is lichen sclerosus treated?
topical steroids, topical calcineuronin inhibitors to suppress the immune system, topical
or oral retinoids, phototherapy
What is the tell-tale sign of malignant hypertension?
retinopathy and blurred vision; characterized by a diastolic BP of greater than 130
What is the difference between a Parkinsonian tremor and an essential tremor?
