A patient w/Diabetes has right anterior shin edema, erythema, warmth,
and tenderness to touch. This developed over the past 3 past. There is
no visible pus. What is the most likely diagnosis to consider?
- Correct Answer - cellulitis
A pt. was burned w/hot water. He has several 2-3 cm fluid-filled lesions.
What are theses termed?
- Correct Answer - bullae
A wound has the following characteristics; partial thickness loss of
dermis, a shallow open ulcer w/red/pink bed, and no evidence of
sloughing. What stage of pressure ulcer does this describe?
- Correct Answer - stage II
A pt. present w/plaques on the extensor surface of the elbows, knees,
and back. The plaques are erythematous and thick, silvery scale are
present. This is likely:
- Correct Answer - Plaque psoriasis
An adolescent has acne. The NP prescribed a benzoyl peroxide product
for him. What important teaching point should be given to this adolescent
regarding the benzoyl peroxide.
- Correct Answer - photosensitivity of the skin can occur
, A 76-year-old obese pt. has fatigue, thirst, and frequent urination. She
was asked to measure AM fasting glucose values for 1 week. The values
range from 142-175 this pt:
- Correct Answer - can be dx w/DMT2
The most appropriate time to begin screening for renal nephropathy in a
pt w/ T2DM - Correct Answer - at diagnosis
In order to determine how much T4 replacement a pt. needs to
reestablish a euthyroid state, the NP considers:
- Correct Answer - the pt.'s body weight
A pt. has been dx w/T2DM. A criterion for dx is:
- Correct Answer - a fasting glucose > or equal to 126 and confirmed on
a previous day.
the most appropriate screen for diabetic nephropathy
- Correct Answer - urinary albumin to creatinine ration and eGFR
a 38-year-old male pt. presents for his annual exam. He reports
nervousness and weight loss, but denies any change in his dietary
intake or exercise level. Based on this findings and the following lab
values: TSH 0.01, free T4 6, free T3 205. what is the most likely dx?
- Correct Answer - Hyperthyroidism
a pt. has two fasting glucose values of 121 and 136 that were measured
on 2 separate days in the same week. This pt:
- Correct Answer - should have an Hgb A1C performed
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