physical assessment test bank

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, such as finasteride, decrease the size of the prostate by inhibiting dihydrotestosterone production.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Barking cough is characteristic of croup, often described as sounding like a seal.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Pathologic fractures, often caused by bone weakness due to osteosarcoma, are common at diagnosis.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Sumatriptan is used to treat acute migraines, not for prevention.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The "Christmas tree" pattern and rapid eruption of lesions are characteristic of pityriasis rosea.