Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1-7

Q- A 46-year-old man underwent a kidney transplantation last week due to chronic renal failure. The surgery was successful and the transplanted kidney started to produce urine during the operation. Today, his urine examination shows high creatinine and low urinary output. He has no pain or fever. A biopsy taken from the transplanted kidney shows … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 2 CK- Review- 1

Q- Achalasia is a motility disorder of the esophagus characterized by impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. Which of the following is the most likely etiology of this condition? A- Adenocarcinoma of the lower esophagus B- Degeneration of the inhibitory neurons of the myenteric plexus C- Obstruction caused by Schatzki rings D- Prolonged intubation … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1- Pharmacology-1

Q- A 72-year-old man presents to the office for evaluation of new symptoms. He has a history of cancer and takes chemotherapeutic treatment. Now he complains of dyspnea and mild fatigue since last week. Examination reveals temperature of 98.3 F, pulse of 80/min, blood pressure of 140/86 and respiratory rate of 22/min. On chest auscultation, … Read more