Exam (elaborations)
Quiz 4 - Dunphy - Abdominal Problems Questions with Complete Answers
- Course
- Institution
Quiz 4 - Dunphy - Abdominal Problems Questions with Complete Answers
[Show more]
Content preview
Quiz 4 - Dunphy - Abdominal ProblemsQuestions with Complete Answers
A 35-year-old female patient is seen in the clinic complaining of abdominal pain. Which
of the following should be included in the examination?
A. Lumbar puncture
B. Family history of cardiac problems
C. Contrast venography
D. Pelvic exam - Answer-D. Pelvic exam
Which of the following is a condition that results in colicky abdominal pain?
A. Peptic ulcers
B. Glisson's capsule around the liver
C. Peritoneum irritation
D. Gallstones - Answer-D. Gallstones
A patient comes to the office complaining of constipation. The patient lists all of the
following medications. Which drug could be responsible for the constipation?
A. Multivitamin
B. Magnesium hydroxide
C. Pepto-Bismol®
D. Ibuprofen - Answer-C. Pepto-Bismol®
Which of the following is an appropriate strategy to manage constipation?
A. Mildly exercise after breakfast.
B. Five timed minutes on the toilet in which to defecate.
C. Drink at least 48 ounces of fluids daily.
D. Immediately begin pharmacologic treatment. - Answer-A. Mildly exercise after
breakfast.
A patient is seen with complaints of diarrhea. Which of the following should be included
in the patient's differential diagnosis?
A. Gastroenteritis
B. Recent use of Imodium
C. Lack of dietary fiber
D. Decreased physical activity - Answer-A. Gastroenteritis
Cameron, 38 years old, is 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 189 pounds. He reports that
he has had intermittent heartburn for several months and takes antacids with temporary
relief. He has been waking during the night with a burning sensation in his chest. Which
additional information would lead you to believe that gastroesophageal reflux disease
(GERD) is the cause of his pain?
A. The pain seems better when he smokes to relieve his nerves.
B. Coffee and fried foods don't bother him.
, C. He wakes at night coughing with a bad taste in his mouth.
D. He likes to wear loose clothing. - Answer-C. He wakes at night coughing with a bad
taste in his mouth.
Gail, a 35-year-old female patient, is seen in the clinic in the morning. She complains of
abrupt onset of nausea, vomiting, colicky abdominal cramps, and profuse watery
diarrhea that began last night. Her vitals are BP: 110/70, HR: 110, temperature: 99°F,
RR: 12. She recently came back from a vacation in Switzerland, ate leftovers for dinner
last night, and had a cold 2 weeks ago. Which of the following is the most probable
cause of her condition?
A. Staphylococcus
B. Shigella
C. Rotavirus
D. Entamoeba histolytica - Answer-A. Staphylococcus
Hannah is a patient that just had an appendectomy after a diagnosis of appendicitis and
had no complications. Which of the following patient education points is correct?
A. "You will need to take laxatives to encourage defecation post-surgery."
B. "You will need to stay in the hospital for 2 weeks to recover."
C. "Your diet will be advanced when bowel sounds return."
D. "I will put you on narcotics to manage your pain." - Answer-C. "Your diet will be
advanced when bowel sounds return."
Which of the following patients should be referred to a hepatologist?
A. Patient with persistent elevation of HBsAg
B. Patient with anti-HAV IgG
C. Patient with IgG anti-HBs
D. Patient with anti-HEV - Answer-A. Patient with persistent elevation of HBsAg
A 29-year-old is seen in the office with complaints of pain in his chest and belly. He quit
smoking 6 months ago. He has been suffering the pain for 2 weeks and gets temporary
relief from Alka-Seltzer® and Pepto-Bismol®. The burning pain wakes him at night and
radiates up to his chest. Which factor favors a diagnosis of gastric ulcer?
A. His use of Pepto-Bismol
B. His age
C. His use of Alka-Seltzer
D. His smoking cessation - Answer-C. His use of Alka-Seltzer
Which of the following causes of gastrointestinal bleeding is found in the lower
gastrointestinal tract?
A. Erosive esophagitis
B. Duodenal ulcer
C. Meckel's diverticulum
D. Gastric ulcer - Answer-C. Meckel's diverticulum
Which of the following is most effective in diagnosing acute appendicitis?
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller lectknancy. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $12.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
82215 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now