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Which pathogen is associated with common urinary tract infections?
- A. E. coli
- B. Klebsiella
- C. Streptococcus
- D. Proteus mirabilis
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: E. coli is the most common pathogen responsible for urinary tract infections.
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On examination, a patient is noted to have a "mask-like" face with decreased blinking and a characteristic stare. These features may be characteristic of:
- A. Nephrotic syndrome
- B. Myxedema
- C. Cushing’s syndrome
- D. Parkinson disease
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A "mask-like" face is a classic feature of Parkinson’s disease.
The most common treatment for Helicobacter pylori is a triple therapy, interpreted as
- A. 2 antibiotics and proton pump inhibitor for 7-14 days
- B. 3 different antibiotics for 7-20 days
- C. 3 rounds of the same antibiotic over 3 weeks
- D. 2 proton pump inhibitors and 1 antibiotic for 7-14 days
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Triple therapy for H. pylori typically includes 2 antibiotics and a proton pump inhibitor for 7-14 days.
Which cranial nerves are responsible for eye movement?
- A. CN II, III, IV
- B. CN III, IV, VI
- C. CN II, IV, VI
- D. CN III, IV, VII
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cranial nerves III, IV, and VI control eye movements.
Mr. B is an 82-year-old enrolled in your primary care clinic panel. His wife is his primary caregiver and feels stressed and overwhelmed. What option would be appropriate for Mr. B except:
- A. Adult day program
- B. Assisted living
- C. Skilled nursing facility
- D. In-home paid care provider
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Skilled nursing facilities are typically for patients who require higher levels of medical care, which may not be needed for Mr. B.
A patient who has a sulfa allergy can safely take:
- A. Sumatriptan (Imitrex)
- B. Celecoxib (Celebrex)
- C. Glimepiride (Amaryl)
- D. Silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sumatriptan does not contain sulfa and is safe for those with a sulfa allergy.