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Generally speaking, a patient with a TIA history who presents with a new stroke, likely has which kind of stroke? A. thrombotic B. there is equal likelihood for any stroke type C. hemorrhagic D. hypoperfusion E. embolic - correct answer The answer is A. TIAs are associated with increased risk for thrombotic strokes, the result of ulceration of cerebral artery plaque. Patients with TIA have a 5 to 6% percent chance per year of having a stroke. Antiplatelet ther...

A patient with which of the following conditions classically presents with conjunctival injection (a "red" eye)? Answers: al retinal artery occlusion al retinal vein occlusion al detachment violet keratitis ous hemorrhage - correct answer UV Keratitis What corneal pathology is predicted in a patient with a foreign body lodged in the conjunctiva of the upper eyelid? Answers: hing abrasions with terminal bulbs al ulcer directly opposite the ...

What is the most common cause of fatal anaphylaxis? Answers: , including shellfish, nuts, and eggs t stings illin graphic contrast dye - correct answer -illin For a patient who has suffered a severe anaphylactic reaction, which of the following medications would serve little purpose if prescribed upon discharge? Answers: isone 60mg daily for 5 days ryl 25-50mg every 4-6 hours 3.Epi-Pen erol inhaler 2 puffs every 4 hours - correct answer -erol inhaler 2 puffs every 4 hour...

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All of the following are common non-infectious causes of fever EXCEPT: Answers: 1.Neuroleptic malignant syndrome 2.Trauma 3.CVA 4.Thyroid storm 5.Pulmonary embolism - correct answer trauma Which of the following statements regarding fever and WBC is TRUE? Answers: 1.Elevated WBC indicates serious bacterial infection. 2.WBC is sensitive for serious bacterial infection. 3.WBC is specific for serious bacterial infection. 4.WBC is a poor d...

Headache and Neurologic, SAEM Peds, SAEM - Procedures, Psych Emergencies, Derm, SAEM Tox, Infxn, Optho, Foreign Bodies, SAEM AMS, 2017 CV, 2017 trauma, SAEM MISC, SAEM - Shock and Sepsis, Environment and Endocrine, Pulm Emergencies/ 389 Qs with Ans & Definitions.

A mother brings her 35 year old son to the emergency department because of tremor and mutism for the past three days. His mother found him in his room this morning lying stiffly in his bed, soiled with urine and feces. He appears confused and will not respond to questions. He was diagnosed with schizophrenia last year and has been on several medications. Last month after his most recent hospital admission for schizophrenia, he was discharged with a prescription for haloperidol. On physical ...

SAEM MISC Exam With 100% Correct Answers 2023

SAEM AMS, 2023CV, 2023 trauma, SAEM MISC, SAEM - Shock and Sepsis, Environment and Endocrine Questions and Answers A mother brings her 35 year old son to the emergency department because of tremor and mutism for the past three days. His mother found him in his room this morning lying stiffly in his bed, soiled with urine and feces. He appears confused and will not respond to questions. He was diagnosed with schizophrenia last year and has been on several medications. Last month after his most ...

A mother brings her 35 year old son to the emergency department because of tremor and mutism for the past three days. His mother found him in his room this morning lying stiffly in his bed, soiled with urine and feces. He appears confused and will not respond to questions. He was diagnosed with schizophrenia last year and has been on several medications. Last month after his most recent hospital admission for schizophrenia, he was discharged with a prescription for haloperidol. On physical exam,...