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MKSAP Quiz: 1-month history of diminished concentration
A 57-year-old woman is hospitalized with a 1-month history of diminished concentration, memory, and judgment, with recent mental status fluctuations and gait disorder. Medical history is remarkable for hypertension. After a physical exam, lab studies, and brain MRI, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/05/12/3.htm
12 May 2020
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
MKSAP Quiz: Validity of a study
During a routine health examination, a patient asks about an article that recommended avoiding statin therapy because of the risk for memory loss. The findings were based on cross-sectional data analysis of a well-validated national health survey. What is the most likely threat to the validity of this study?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/04/28/3.htm
28 Apr 2020
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation after an ED visit
A 27-year-old man is evaluated during a follow-up visit. He recently visited the emergency department for a burn sustained while setting off fireworks at a party while intoxicated. He has a history of depression but never followed up for treatment and reports that his mood has improved remarkably since then. Following additional medical history and a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/02/06/3.htm
6 Feb 2024
MKSAP Quiz: 2-week history of heat intolerance in pregnancy
A 32-year-old woman is evaluated in the first trimester of pregnancy for a 2-week history of heat intolerance, palpitations, and tremulousness. Her only medication is folic acid. Following a physical examination and laboratory studies, what is the most appropriate diagnostic test?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/01/23/3.htm
23 Jan 2024
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for increasingly frequent angina
A 68-year-old man is evaluated for increasingly frequent angina. One month ago, coronary angiography was performed because of the occurrence of angina at lower levels of exertion. Following coronary angiography, the patient increased his dosage of isosorbide mononitrate; however, his exertional chest discomfort worsened. Following a physical exam and electrocardiogram, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/01/16/3.htm
16 Jan 2024
MKSAP Quiz: Dyspnea, exertional syncope
A 75-year-old man is evaluated for dyspnea and an episode of exertional syncope. He is diagnosed on clinical examination with aortic stenosis. Following an ECG, echocardiogram, and other data, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/10/31/3.htm
31 Oct 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up of hypoparathyroidism
A 57-year-old man is evaluated during routine follow-up of hypoparathyroidism. He underwent resection of locally advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue base and received adjuvant radiation therapy. Hypoparathyroidism developed after treatment. Serum calcium, magnesium, and urine calcium excretion are measured. What measurement should also be obtained for management of this patient's hypoparathyroidism?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/11/07/3.htm
7 Nov 2023
MKSAP Quiz: 2-month history of worsening dry cough
A 59-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-month history of worsening dry cough. He has no other symptoms. Following a physical exam, CT scan of the chest, and other procedures, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/12/19/3.htm
19 Dec 2023
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of widespread joint, muscle pain
A 37-year-old woman is evaluated for a 1-year history of widespread joint and muscle pain, fatigue, poor sleep, and difficulty focusing. Following a physical exam and lab tests, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/01/09/3.htm
9 Jan 2024