Gastroenterology — Flashcards

When is an EGD done for GERD? _____

What is the likely diagnosis in an elderly patient with chronic constipation, LLQ abdominal pain, fever, and leukocytosis? _____

What is the next best step in evaluating hypovolemic hypotonic hyponatremia? _____

Hyperglycemia in a malnourished, elderly patient with bitemporal wasting is highly suggestive of _____

AIDS is diagnosed through a CD4 count < _____ or AIDS-defining infection

Hint: cells per μl

Intermittent solid food dysphagia and history of atopy is suggestive of _____

Hint: diagnosis

_____ is the test of choice for diagnosing diverticulitis; it is followed up with _____ to rule out malignancy.

Hint: Diagnostic test-specific?

What acid-base disturbance is classically found in patients with laxative abuse? _____

What is the recommended treatment for lice or scabies? (2) _____

What head and neck infection is characterized by trismus, muffled voice, and deviation of the uvula on physical exam? _____