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Question 1
A 12-year-old boy is brought into the emergency room by his mother. She states that he has been convulsing for the last 45 minutes. The boy has a history of epilepsy, and his treatment was modified two weeks ago. The patient is in a generalized tonic clonic seizure upon presentation to the ER. Which of the following medications is the most appropriate for this situation?
Correct Answer:
Valium (diazepam)
Explanation:
Correct answer: Valium (diazepam)
Question 2
A 45-year-old male presents to the emergency room by ambulance with his wife. He complains of racing heart beat and weakness that started in the legs and seems to be “creeping up my body.” Shortly before presenting to the emergency room, he had a syncopal episode and shortness of breath. Past medical history is significant only for a recent “stomach bug” that started after a vacation overseas. Physical exam reveals 0/5 ankle jerk reflex and hypotension. Which of the following is the most common group of tests ordered to diagnose his disease?
Correct Answer:
Lumbar puncture for CSF / Electromyography (EMG) / Nerve conduction study (NCS)
Explanation:
Correct answer: Lumbar puncture for CSF / Electromyography (EMG) / Nerve conduction study (NCS)
Question 3
A 45-year-old woman presents to the emergency room with her husband. She complains of a severe headache of sudden onset, which she describes as “the worst headache of my life.” The patient has no history of trauma. Physical exam reveals somnolence, nuchal rigidity, and a BP of 170/105. What is the most likely etiology of this patient’s condition?
Correct Answer:
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Explanation:
Correct answer: Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Question 4
A 35-year-old female patient with a strong family history of headaches presents to the emergency room with a chief complaint of headache. She describes the pain as unilateral, 8/10 intensity, with associated photo- and phonophobia. She has been having these headaches since she was 13. Her mother had similar headaches that resolved somewhat after menopause. These symptoms keep the patient from performing her daily activities. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer:
Migraine
Explanation:
Correct answer: Migraine
Question 5
A 65-year-old male presents to his PCP with his daughter. She states that the patient has had a tremor that is mostly noticed at rest. The tremor started in one hand but seems to be worsening and becoming more pervasive. The daughter also states that the patient has been confused and “moody” and has been having difficulty eating and speaking. Examination reveals cogwheel rigidity of the limbs and bradykinesia. What is the most appropriate treatment for this patient’s condition?
Correct Answer:
Levodopa-Carbidopa (Sinemet)
Explanation:
Correct answer: Levodopa-Carbidopa (Sinemet)
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