40 Questions
Which treatment is recommended for a patient with COPD who has a chronic bronchitis presentation?
Low dose ICS-formoterol daily
What is a common test used to confirm COPD?
Spirometry with FEV1/RVC ratio
What is the GOLD treatment guideline recommendation for a COPD patient with exacerbations but no hospitalizations?
LABA or LAMA
Which pathogen is commonly associated with pneumonia requiring treatment with a fluoroquinolone?
Streptococcus aureus
What criteria are used for hospital admission in cases of pneumonia?
CURB-65 criteria
In the context of tuberculosis, what is the significance of a positive Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) in a healthcare worker?
> 10 mm indicates past exposure to TB
What is the recommended first-line treatment for strep throat?
Amoxicillin
Which sign is characteristic of cholecystitis?
'Murphy's sign'
What is the characteristic feature of Crohn's disease?
Skip lesions
Which condition is characterized by the presence of ribbon or pencil shaped stool?
Colon polyps
What is the initial screening test for syphilis?
RPR
Which medication is associated with causing osteoporosis due to decreased functional activity of the gonads (testes)?
Depo-Provera
Which test is used for the evaluation of a rotator cuff tear by asking the patient to slowly lower their abducted arm?
Empty can test
What test is positive in sciatica when there is gluteal or leg pain upon passive straight leg flexion?
Straight leg test
Which medication is a first-line treatment for acute gout?
NSAIDs
'Finkelstein test' is used in the diagnosis of which condition?
De Quervain tenosynovitis
What medication should not be combined with St. John's wort due to potential interactions?
SSRI/SNRI medications
Which herb mimics estrogen in the body?
Soy isoflavone
What eye test is commonly used for checking visual acuity?
Snellen chart
Copper wire arterioles in the eye may indicate:
Diabetic eye changes
Which of the following conditions is associated with excess iron storage in the body?
Hemochromatosis
What is the primary treatment for sickle cell anemia during a crisis?
Pain management and hydration
Which disorder involves deficient production of thyroid hormones?
Hypothyroidism
'Microcytic anemia' is most likely due to a deficiency in which nutrient?
Lead
What act mandated electronic medical records in order to receive payment?
HITECH Act
What is a significant risk factor for suicide?
Exaggerated startle response
Which medication should be avoided in older adults due to its anticholinergic side effects?
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Under MEDICARE, which part covers outpatient needs like lab, x-ray, DME, and dialysis?
Part B
What is the recommended first-line medication for benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Finasteride
Which group of individuals is covered under MEDICARE and MEDICAID?
People with disabilities
What is the primary purpose of hormone replacement therapy in menopause?
To manage symptoms of menopause
What is the main purpose of COBRA in healthcare?
To allow patients to continue healthcare coverage after leaving a job
According to the HEALTH BELIEF MODEL, what does a patient's behavior depend on?
Their perceived susceptibility
Which condition is associated with an abnormal accumulation of fluid around the testes?
Hydrocele
What is preventative for epiglottitis?
Hib vaccine
Which act first allowed nurse practitioners to be paid by Medicare?
Budget Reconciliation Act
Which reflex disappears around 5 to 6 months in infants?
Palmar grasp reflex
What did the Balanced Budget Act require nurse practitioners to have in order to bill Medicare?
NPI number
'Part A' of MEDICARE covers which type of care?
Inpatient hospital care
What is the distinguishing sign of Coarctation of the aorta?
Higher BP in the arm and lower BP in the leg
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