Random USMLE Facts volume 8-1
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Random USMLE Facts volume 8-1
Random USMLE Facts volume 8-1:
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What is schizophreniform disorder?
Clinical manifestations of schizophrenia together with negative symptoms. Symptoms last from 1-6 months. Symptoms of schizophrenia last from over 6 months.
Why does pulmonary edema and hypotension occur in patients with aortic stenosis?
Due to decreased left ventricular preload.
What type of cells mediate poison IV dermatitis (type IV hypersensitivity)?
T lymphocytes.
NOTE: varicella zoster virus (VZV) causes shingles (herpes zoster).
Brain Cross-Section:
In the above image:
A = globus pallidus.
B = putamen.
C = internal capsule.
D = caudate nucleus.
E = amygdale.
What is a fatal side-effect of fenfluramine, dexfenfluramine, and phentermine?
Secondary pulmonary hypertension caused by right ventricular hypertrophy.
Activity of what enzyme leads to adenoma development?
COX-2.
What type of anemia do women of child-bearing age most likely suffer from?
Iron-deficiency anemia (low ferritin and high TIBC).
How many calories per gram are released from proteins, carbohydrates, and fats?
Proteins and carbohydrates release 4 calories per gram, and fats release 9 calories per gram.
What are the three main types of hemoglobins?
Hemoglobin A, hemoglobin S, and hemoglobin C. Hemoglobin C (missense mutation) moves at the slowest rate toward the anode.
What is an axonal reaction?
These are changes seen in a neuronal body after the axon is severed. The cell body becomes edematous, swollen, rounded, and the nucleus is displaced to the periphery. Nissl substance spreads throughout the cytoplasm. These findings indicate axonal regeneration.
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Additional Readings:
Random USMLE Facts
1. Random USMLE Facts volume 1-1
2. Random USMLE Facts volume 2-1
3. Random USMLE Facts volume 3-1
4. Random USMLE Facts volume 4-1
5. Random USMLE Facts volume 5-1
6. Random USMLE Facts volume 6-1
7. Random USMLE Facts volume 7-1
8. Random USMLE Facts volume 8-1
9. Random USMLE Facts volume 9-1
10. Random USMLE Facts volume 10-1
11. Random USMLE Facts volume 11-1
12. Random USMLE Facts volume 12-1
General and Systemic Examinations
1. General Examination for Internal Medicine
2. Jugular Venous Distention Workup
3. ER Chest Pain Workup
4. Format for Patient Presentation
5. Pulmonary Examination for Internal Medicine
6. Cardiac Examination for Internal Medicine
7. Abdominal Examination for Internal Medicine
8. Cranial Nerve Reflexes
9. Motor System Examination
10. Random Sensory System Facts
11. Random Stroke Facts
Medical Files & Presentations
1. USMLE Flashcards [Size: 1.9 MB; Format: MS Powerpoint]
2. Otitis Media in Children [Size: 5.4 MB; Format: MS Powerpoint]
3. Irritable Bowel Syndrome [Size: 170 kB; Format: MS Powerpoint]
4. Acid-Base Disturbance: Acidotic or Alkalotic? [Size: 427 kB; Format: PDF]
5. Thrombocytopenia [Size: 2.42 MB; Format: MS Powerpoint]
6. Are Face Transplants Ethical? [Size: 70.2 kB; Format: MS Powerpoint]
USMLE Step 2 CS Videos
1. Video of Cardiology Examination in a Clinical Setting
2. Video of Neurology Examination in a Clinical Setting
3. Video of Pulmonology Examination in a Clinical Setting
4. Video of Musculoskeletal Examination in a Clinical Setting
5. Video of Abdominal Examination in a Clinical Setting
6. Video of HEENT Examination in a Clinical Setting
7. Video and Description of Rinne Hearing Test
8. Video and Description of Weber Hearing Test
USMLE Laboratory (lab) Values
1. USMLE Blood Lab Values
2. USMLE Cerebrospinal Lab Values
3. USMLE Hematologic Lab Values
4. USMLE Sweat and Urine Lab Values
Medical Images
Useful Medical Images & Diagrams (link opens in a new window)
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