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What is the primary risk factor for developing osteoarthritis?
What is the primary risk factor for developing osteoarthritis?
What should be the first line of treatment for rheumatoid arthritis to manage symptoms?
What should be the first line of treatment for rheumatoid arthritis to manage symptoms?
Which medication acts as a dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor?
Which medication acts as a dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor?
In rheumatoid arthritis, which antibody is more specific for diagnosis?
In rheumatoid arthritis, which antibody is more specific for diagnosis?
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What complication should be ruled out in a patient with a red, warm, and tender knee?
What complication should be ruled out in a patient with a red, warm, and tender knee?
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What is the major mechanism that leads to edema in a patient taking NSAIDs?
What is the major mechanism that leads to edema in a patient taking NSAIDs?
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Which side effect is commonly associated with Methotrexate use?
Which side effect is commonly associated with Methotrexate use?
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What is the most common clinical manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
What is the most common clinical manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
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At what age should the first dose of the MMR vaccine be administered?
At what age should the first dose of the MMR vaccine be administered?
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Which condition is associated with pan-acinar emphysema?
Which condition is associated with pan-acinar emphysema?
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What vaccine should be given to a neonate if the mother's HepB status is unknown?
What vaccine should be given to a neonate if the mother's HepB status is unknown?
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What classifies lung disease as restrictive?
What classifies lung disease as restrictive?
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Which of the following is a potential consequence of CREST syndrome?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of CREST syndrome?
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What is the first-line treatment for Clostridium difficile infection according to updated guidelines?
What is the first-line treatment for Clostridium difficile infection according to updated guidelines?
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Which symptom is associated with toxic megacolon in C. difficile infection?
Which symptom is associated with toxic megacolon in C. difficile infection?
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What is the recommended diagnosis method for Clostridium difficile?
What is the recommended diagnosis method for Clostridium difficile?
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Which of the following conditions is likely to present with bloody diarrhea and recent travel history?
Which of the following conditions is likely to present with bloody diarrhea and recent travel history?
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In patients with community-acquired pneumonia and lobar consolidation, which pathogen is most commonly associated with the right lower lobe?
In patients with community-acquired pneumonia and lobar consolidation, which pathogen is most commonly associated with the right lower lobe?
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Which imaging technique is preferred for diagnosing pulmonary embolism in a pregnant woman?
Which imaging technique is preferred for diagnosing pulmonary embolism in a pregnant woman?
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Which organism is associated with pneumonia in patients that have been in close quarters, such as military barracks?
Which organism is associated with pneumonia in patients that have been in close quarters, such as military barracks?
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In patients presenting with leg swelling, pain, and shortness of breath, what is the likely diagnosis?
In patients presenting with leg swelling, pain, and shortness of breath, what is the likely diagnosis?
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What is the primary treatment for lupus nephritis?
What is the primary treatment for lupus nephritis?
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Which antibody is most specific for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
Which antibody is most specific for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
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What is the next best step in the diagnosis of viral-induced aplastic anemia?
What is the next best step in the diagnosis of viral-induced aplastic anemia?
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What is the mechanism of immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
What is the mechanism of immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
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In the case of hemophilia A, which is the first-line treatment?
In the case of hemophilia A, which is the first-line treatment?
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What is the inheritance pattern of hereditary spherocytosis?
What is the inheritance pattern of hereditary spherocytosis?
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What laboratory finding is typically seen in von Willebrand disease (vWD)?
What laboratory finding is typically seen in von Willebrand disease (vWD)?
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Which drugs are classified as causing drug-induced lupus?
Which drugs are classified as causing drug-induced lupus?
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What is the initial treatment for a child with asthma who is currently using a SABA inhaler and finds it ineffective?
What is the initial treatment for a child with asthma who is currently using a SABA inhaler and finds it ineffective?
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In Goodpasture syndrome, which antibodies are primarily involved in the diagnosis?
In Goodpasture syndrome, which antibodies are primarily involved in the diagnosis?
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What would be the expected laboratory finding in a patient with hematuria and hemoptysis who is suspected of having Wegener's granulomatosis?
What would be the expected laboratory finding in a patient with hematuria and hemoptysis who is suspected of having Wegener's granulomatosis?
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Which condition is indicated by high alkaline phosphatase, high direct bilirubin, and normal amylase or lipase in a patient with a recent cholecystectomy?
Which condition is indicated by high alkaline phosphatase, high direct bilirubin, and normal amylase or lipase in a patient with a recent cholecystectomy?
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What is the most effective long-term strategy to decrease asthma recurrence in a child frequently using a SABA inhaler?
What is the most effective long-term strategy to decrease asthma recurrence in a child frequently using a SABA inhaler?
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Which treatment is commonly prescribed for chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis due to T cell dysfunction?
Which treatment is commonly prescribed for chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis due to T cell dysfunction?
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Which imaging technique is preferred for evaluating the bile ducts?
Which imaging technique is preferred for evaluating the bile ducts?
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What is a common complication seen in patients with a recent cholecystectomy who present with fever and abdominal pain?
What is a common complication seen in patients with a recent cholecystectomy who present with fever and abdominal pain?
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In a patient with isolated hematuria and p-ANCA positivity, what is the most likely diagnosis?
In a patient with isolated hematuria and p-ANCA positivity, what is the most likely diagnosis?
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What is the confirmatory test for diagnosing primary biliary cirrhosis?
What is the confirmatory test for diagnosing primary biliary cirrhosis?
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What is the first-line treatment for an adult with seborrheic dermatitis?
What is the first-line treatment for an adult with seborrheic dermatitis?
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What is the most effective treatment for tinea capitis?
What is the most effective treatment for tinea capitis?
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What is the common cause of impetigo?
What is the common cause of impetigo?
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Which of the following is associated with high alkaline phosphatase levels, high direct bilirubin levels, and pruritus?
Which of the following is associated with high alkaline phosphatase levels, high direct bilirubin levels, and pruritus?
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What would be the recommended next step if a CT scan fails to show a definitive cause in a patient with high ALP and direct bilirubin after a cholecystectomy?
What would be the recommended next step if a CT scan fails to show a definitive cause in a patient with high ALP and direct bilirubin after a cholecystectomy?
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What is the primary role of von Willebrand factor (vWF) in the hemostatic process?
What is the primary role of von Willebrand factor (vWF) in the hemostatic process?
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What are the classic symptoms associated with the platelet issues seen in von Willebrand disease (vWD)?
What are the classic symptoms associated with the platelet issues seen in von Willebrand disease (vWD)?
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Which medication is commonly used to treat febrile neutropenia by providing immediate broad-spectrum coverage?
Which medication is commonly used to treat febrile neutropenia by providing immediate broad-spectrum coverage?
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What is the genetic inheritance pattern of sickle cell disease?
What is the genetic inheritance pattern of sickle cell disease?
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Which of the following abnormalities would you expect to find in vitamin K deficiency?
Which of the following abnormalities would you expect to find in vitamin K deficiency?
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Which of the following drugs is specifically indicated for the treatment of CMV?
Which of the following drugs is specifically indicated for the treatment of CMV?
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What effect does desmopressin have in the treatment of von Willebrand disease?
What effect does desmopressin have in the treatment of von Willebrand disease?
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What is the strongest indication for anticoagulation therapy in patients with a prosthetic valve?
What is the strongest indication for anticoagulation therapy in patients with a prosthetic valve?
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Study Notes
USMLE Review Part I
- This is a review guide for the USMLE Part I exam, categorized by Mehlman Medical.
- Specific topics covered include travel-related diarrhea, infectious diseases, gastrointestinal conditions, cardiac conditions, pericardial procedures, pneumonia, and other medical issues.
- The review also covers acid-base disturbances and abnormalities, various types of incontinence, and other medical conditions such as neurological issues, and infectious diseases.
- The topics range from simple to more complex medical conditions, including their treatments, diagnosis and potential symptoms.
- The guide includes specific examples such as diarrhea, different types of pneumonia, and various cardiac conditions, covering different presentations, diseases, causes, and treatments.
- The content covers travel-related illnesses, infections, and conditions related to various organ systems like the gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems.
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