An example of synovial joints would be:- Skildor

Question 1 of 5

An example of synovial joints would be:

A. Vertebrate bodies of the spine B. Scalp C. Shoulder D. Pubic symphysis of the pelvis

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The shoulder is an example of a synovial joint, which allows for a wide range of motion.

Question 2 of 5

Rapid Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing would be appropriate for a patient with complaints of:

A. Painful bowel movement, anal itching, and painful or swollen testicles or abnormal menstrual bleeding B. Painful urination, dyspareunia, and vaginal or penile discharge C. Fever, headache, and lymphadenopathy D. None of the above

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Acute HIV symptoms may include fever, headache, sore throat, and lymphadenopathy.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following best describes the components included in a patient's Social History (SH)?

A. A summary of the patient's medical history and family background B. Lifestyle factors, social habits, and living conditions C. The patient's current medications and allergies D. Details about the patient's physical examination findings

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Social History (SH) includes lifestyle factors, social habits, and living conditions, which impact overall health.

Question 4 of 5

Headache warning signs that need prompt investigation include all of the following except:

A. New onset after 50 B. Aggravated or relieved by change of position C. Precipitated by Valsalva maneuver D. Headaches relieved with mild recurrent use of analgesics

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Headaches relieved with mild, infrequent analgesic use typically don�t require urgent investigation.

Question 5 of 5

A 78-year-old man has an emergency partial colectomy for lower gastrointestinal bleeding. A localized colonic adenocarcinoma is completely resected. The surgeon did not dissect lymph nodes for metastatic sampling. The patient wants to know if he should have chemotherapy. Should he?

A. Yes because without knowing his complete staging it would be safer. B. No because he can be followed with serial carcinoembryonic antigens and CT scans. C. Yes because the severe bleeding indicates advanced disease. D. No because he is too old and will not likely have any problems during his lifetime.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Follow-up with serial carcinoembryonic antigens and CT scans is appropriate after resection of localized disease.