Search results for "Physical exam"
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of progressive fatigue, dyspnea, edema
A 62-year-old man is evaluated for a 1-year history of progressive fatigue, dyspnea on exertion, and lower-extremity edema. He has been hospitalized twice in the past year for heart failure. Following a physical exam and electrocardiogram, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/03/23/3.htm
23 Mar 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Routine office visit for patient with HIV
A 44-year-old man is evaluated in the office during a routine visit. Medical history is significant for HIV diagnosed at age 25 years, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. He is a current smoker. Following a physical exam, lab tests, and electrocardiogram, what factors will result in underestimation of the risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/12/18/3.htm
18 Dec 2018
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of progressive weakness
A 52-year-old man is evaluated for a 1-year history of progressive weakness that began as right foot drop and bilateral tingling in the feet. Within the past 2 months, the patient has developed progressive weakness, which makes walking difficult. Following a physical exam and other tests, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/12/04/3.htm
4 Dec 2018
MKSAP Quiz: 8-week history of a spreading rash
A 63-year-old man is evaluated for an 8-week history of a spreading rash on the feet and legs, fatigue, and arthralgia. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/05/mksap-quiz-8-week-history-of-a-spreading-rash.htm
1 May 2023
MKSAP Quiz: 2-month history of foot pain
A 42-year-old woman is evaluated for a 2-month history of left foot pain between the third and fourth toes, accompanied by a burning sensation and the sensation of walking on a pebble. She has not experienced any trauma in the area, and she does not have edema or erythema. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/01/26/3.htm
26 Jan 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 6-month history of incontinence
A 68-year-old woman is evaluated for a 6-month history of incontinence typified by continuous leakage and dribbling. Following a physical exam and urinalysis, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/12/22/3.htm
22 Dec 2020
CDC issues interim guidance on evaluation, treatment of suspected vaping injuries
The evaluation of patients with suspected e-cigarette, or vaping, product use-associated lung injury (EVALI) should include pulse oximetry, chest X-ray, and, in some cases, chest CT, the CDC advised.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/10/22/2.htm
22 Oct 2019
Telemedicine 201, ACP's new free webinar series, debuts Sept. 28
The hour-long “Video Visits: Beyond Simple Cases” episode will help internists expand their understanding of and skills at treating medically complex patients through video visits.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/14/6.htm
14 Sep 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Episodic nausea, bloating, epigastric pain
A 45-year-old woman is evaluated for episodic nausea, bloating, and epigastric pain of 5 years' duration, with occasional vomiting in the past 3 months, as well as near-daily heartburn symptoms that have not responded to daily omeprazole. She has a 10-year history of type 2 diabetes mellitus treated with metformin and glyburide. After physical exam, laboratory tests, and upper endoscopy, what is the next appropriate step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/01/12/4.htm
12 Jan 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Pruritic rash on elbows and knees
A 27-year-old man is evaluated for a pruritic rash on his elbows and knees of 3 years' duration. Celiac disease was diagnosed 7 months ago. He started a gluten-free diet, and the diarrhea resolved but the rash has persisted. Following a physical exam and other tests, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/07/mksap-quiz-pruritic-rash-on-elbows-and-knees.htm
1 Jul 2023