Nephrology
Chapter 22 Nephrology 1 What are the symptoms and signs of acute renal failure? Symptoms: Fatigue, nausea and vomiting, anorexia, shortness of breath, mental status changes. Signs: Increased levels of…
Rheumatology
Chapter 35 Rheumatology 1 What is the most common form of arthritis? Osteoarthritis (at least 75% of cases), which is also called degenerative joint disease (Fig. 35-1). Figure 35-1 Degenerative…
Pulmonology
Chapter 33 Pulmonology 1 Describe the difference between obstructive and restrictive pulmonary disease on pulmonary function testing In chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the functional expiratory volume in 1 second…
Diabetes Mellitus
Chapter 7 Diabetes Mellitus 1 Outline the current recommendations for diabetes mellitus screening Universal screening is not generally recommended. Screening is more accepted, but not universal, in patients who are…
Immunology
Chapter 19 Immunology 1 List the four classic types of hypersensitivity reactions. Anaphylactic (type I) Cytotoxic (type II) Immune complex-mediated (type III) Cell-mediated/delayed (type IV) 2 What causes type I…
Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery
Chapter 8 Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery 1 What is the most common cause of lower motor neuron facial nerve paralysis? What are the classic symptoms? The most common cause…
Dermatology
Chapter 6 Dermatology 1 Cover the two right-hand columns in the following table and define the common terms used in dermatology to describe skin findings: TERM DEFINITION EXAMPLES Macule <1…
Neurosurgery
Chapter 24 Neurosurgery 1 List the four major types of intracranial hemorrhage Subdural hematoma Epidural hematoma Subarachnoid hemorrhage Intracerebral hemorrhage 2 What causes a subdural hematoma? How do you recognize…
