Cardiology — Flashcards

A _____ multinodular goiter occurs when a multinodular goiter has hyperfunctioning follicular cells that work independently of TSH, causing increased release of T3 and T4

Which arthritis, osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, classically involves the PIPs and DIPs? _____

How do levels of plasma renin and aldosterone change in Gitelman syndrome? _____

One complication of atherosclerosis is _____, which may result from stenosis of the mesenteric artery

Will there be swelling, erythema, or warmth in the surrounding area of avascular necrosis of the femoral head?_____

Patients with systemic mastocytosis can present with syncope, flushing, hypotension, pruritis, and urticaria due to massive _____ release

Which infectious skin disorder is caused by infection with anaerobic "flesh-eating" bacteria or S. pyogenes? _____

Which antibody is sensitive for drug-induced lupus? _____

What is the blood concentration of K+ in a patient with diabetes mellitus?_____

Tabes dorsalis is associated with _____ pupils