1. The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of
the following?
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
2. Which blood test
... [Show More] is a nonspecific method and most helpful for evaluating the
severity and course of an inflammatory process?
C -Reactive Protein ( CRP)
3. Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of which neurotransmitter?
Dopamine
4. Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a
dayof gardening one week ago. A physical finding that differentiates the
diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:
Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
5. Which of the following statements concerning the musculoskeletal examination
istrue?
The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compare to the
involved side.
6. Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an inflammatory
etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
Morning stiffness
7. Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
Dogs
8. A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of prolonged heavy
menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer exercise. A pelvic
exam reveals a single, very large mass. Which of the following diagnostic tests
should the clinician order first?
transvaginal ultrasound
9. A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check his blood sugar at
home even when he feels good. Which of the following responses would be
most appropriate?
All of the above ( control of glucose, regularly check blood sugar, and
monitoring glucose)
10. A 25- year old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold intolerance,
weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months on physical examination,
the clinician notices sinus bradycardia; muscular spiffiness; course, dry hair;
and delay in relaxation in deep tendon reflexes. Which of the following test
should be ordered next?
TSH [Show Less]