Cardiology — Flashcards

Why does normocytic anemia in a patient with CKD occur? _____

Hypoparathyroidism can lead to calcifications in the _____

Hint: brain structure

How are venous insufficiency ulcers treated? _____

Painful/tender thyroid is seen with _____

Hint: condition

Which infectious skin disorder is a superficial bacterial skin infection characterized by painful, non-itchy pustules and honey-colored crusting? _____

What is the recommended treatment for neurologic or cardiac manifestations of Lyme disease? _____

If a patient with septic shock fails to respond to IV fluids, then _____ should be started to improve perfusion

Acromegaly = diagnosed with _____

Hint: test

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient with a history of prostate cancer that presents with severe back pain, decreased lower extremity DTRs, and urinary retention? _____

What is the most sensitive test for differentiating adrenal adenoma and bilateral adrenal hyperplasia in patients without a discrete unilateral adrenal mass on imaging? _____