Testicular Torsion and Cardiovascular Risk Factors Quiz
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In a patient presenting with sudden onset of severe scrotal pain and right iliac fossa pain, which examination finding is most likely to be observed?

  • Tender, hard testis riding higher than contralateral testis (correct)
  • Non-tender, soft testis at the same level as the contralateral testis
  • Non-tender, hard testis riding higher than contralateral testis
  • Tender, soft testis at the same level as the contralateral testis
  • In a patient with a brother who recently had a heart attack, what is the most important cardiovascular risk factor to address?

  • High cholesterol
  • Family history of heart disease
  • Obesity
  • Smoking (correct)
  • For primary prevention in a patient with a family history of heart attack, which medication is commonly used?

  • Warfarin
  • Aspirin
  • Clopidogrel
  • Simvastatin (correct)
  • In poorly controlled asthma, what is the next step in treatment after ACE inhibitor for hypertension?

    <p>LABA (Long-Acting Beta Agonist)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a patient who quit smoking for two years and is now considering returning to smoking, what stage of change is the patient in?

    <p>Relapse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two symptoms of pre-eclampsia in pregnancy?

    <p>Headache, visual disturbance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, what are two possible medical conditions or complications that may occur?

    <p>Stroke/CVA, HF (Heart Failure)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two reasons for a high INR (>6) in a patient on warfarin therapy?

    <p>Alcohol (if suddenly consumed), Grapefruit juice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended management for a high INR in a patient on warfarin therapy?

    <p>Stop Warfarin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of palliative care, what is the primary goal?

    <p>Improving quality of life for patients with life-limiting illnesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

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