Select the class of Anti-diabetic medication that works in the specified organ to prevent hyperglycemia. Select all that applies. Pancreases (A)
The rate that an outcome will occur given a particular exposure, compared to the rate of the outcome occurring in the absence of that exposure is definition of which of the following?
Select the class of Anti-diabetic medication that works in the specified organ to prevent hyperglycemia. Select all that applies. Brain (E)
Which H2-receptor blocker may cause gynecomastia in men due to its antiandrogenic effects?
A 23-year-old female presents to your clinic complaining of intermittent throbbing headaches that usually last for several hours and are made worse by the presence of light. She endorses occasional nausea without vomiting during the most severe episodes. Physical examination is unrevealing, and she has no significant past medical history.
Which of the following treatments is considered an abortive therapy for this patient’s underlying condition?
A patient with multibacillary leprosy is on dapsone, clofazimine, and rifampin. Which of the following is true regarding the mechanism of action of the medications listed?
A 20-year-old student came to the emergency department with primary complaints of palpitations, low-grade fever, and anxiety for 2 months. She reports that she is irritable and suffers severe mood swings that is interfering with her sleep and relationships (she admits to crying spells and frequent fights with friends and family). She has also lost 12 pounds in the past 2 months with no apparent alteration in her diet or physical activity (though she is happy with her weight loss). She denies any past medical problems, though her friends have always been worried that she eats too little.
Her temperature is 38.0 C (100.4 F), blood pressure is 148/62 mm Hg, pulse is 122/min and regular, and respiratory rate is 28/min. Examination reveals a bruit heard over the anterior neck, fine tremor of the hands, and warm, moist skin. Her eyes and eyelids do not move together during finger following test (with steady head). Laboratory work is sent, including a thyroid panel, but will not be available until tomorrow morning.
Which of the following is the most appropriate initial management at this time?
A 67-year-old female presents to your clinic complaining of fatigue, diarrhea, headaches and a loss of appetite. Upon examination you find that she is having some cognitive difficulty. Laboratory results reveal: MCV: 109fL; Hgb: 9g/dL; MMA and homocystine are both elevated. Shilling test is positive.
What is the next best step in the management of this patient?
Select the class of Anti-diabetic medication that works in the specified organ to prevent hyperglycemia. Select all that applies. Kidney (G)
What indication usually requires higher dose of proton pump inhibitor?
