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Dr Ray Makar A 36-year-old man comes to the office for evaluation of involuntary movements of his hands and feet. These movements developed gradually over the past 3 years. He is otherwise in a good health and takes no medication. He does not smoke or drink alcohol. He does not drink any caffeinated beverages or use any recreational … Read more
A 45 year-old man presents with progressive burning epigastric pain. He smokes and drinks alcohol socially. Physical examination, laboratory tests and imaging studies confirm the diagnosis of peptic ulcer. He is prescribed omeprazole. What is the effect of this medication that improves this condition? A-Anti-cholinergic effect B-Inhibition of H+/K+ ATPase pump C-Blocking of H2 receptor … Read more
A 17 year old girl is brought to the emergency room by her boyfriend complaining of severe and progressive abdominal pain. Physical examination and laboratory tests confirm a diagnosis of appendicitis. An emergent appendectomy is recommended. Who should sign the consent of surgery? A- Her father B- Her boyfriend C- The ER physician D- Her … Read more
A 29-year-old woman with a history of rheumatic heart disease and prosthetic aortic valve presents to her physician for consultation. She is referred by her dentist for prophylaxis before she undergoes an oral surgery next month. She has no history of bacterial endocarditis. She is allergic to penicillin. Which of the following is the prophylactic … Read more
A 6-year-old boy presents with fever, malaise, cough, running nose and conjunctivitis. His past medical history indicates that he did not receive any immunizations due to his parents’ religious belief. On examination, his temperature is 102.7 F and there are white spots on a red base close to his second molar teeth. He also has … Read more
A 69 year-old man with a long history of poorly controlled diabetes presents to his physician complaining of pain and drainage in his left ear. His vital signs are within normal limits. The pinna of his left ear is tender. The external meatus is swollen and covered with purulent drainage. What is the most likely … Read more