Review Questions - Patho

16 important questions on Review Questions - Patho

What 8 elements make up an HPI

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Onset- When did it start
Timing-constant, waxing, waning ect
Location- where is it
Quality- Stabbing, dull, ache
Severity- 1-10
Modifying Factors: What exacerbates it
Associated Sx-
Context- Any other important info

What Past histories would suggest that a pt has CAD

MI, Angina, CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft), Stent, Angioplasty

Name the cardiac risk factors

HTN, DM, HLD, CAD, Smoking, Fhx CAD <55 y/o
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How can you Diagnose an MI?

STEMI,-EKG, Non STEMI EKG, Troponin

What is AFIB and how is it diagnosed?

Irregular heart rhythm. EKG

What 2 studies can diagnose CHF

CXR or elevated BNP

How is PNA Diagnosed

CXR

If a patient complains of "heartburn or "acid reflux", the medical term is:

Gastroesophogeal Reflux Disease (GERD)

What PE finding can be associated with Cholecystitis

Murphy's Sign

How are choleclithiasis' diagnosed

Abd US of RUQ

How is Appendicitis diagnosed?

CT A/P w/ PO Contrast

How is pancreatitis diagnosed

Elevated Lipase and Amylase

What study would diagnose meningitis?

Lumbar Puncture

What medical procedure can be performed to treat an abscess?

Incision and drainage

How can DKA be diagnosed

ABG and + Serum Ketones

What is the Emergency Physician's main responsibility for psychiatric pt's?

MEdical clearance

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