Pharmacology MCQs- 220

A 35-year-old unresponsive man is brought to the emergency room after an episode of agitation and confusion. He has a history of inadequately treated Graves’ disease. Physical examination reveals temperature of 102.5F. Blood pressure of 100/70 mm Hg, and pulse of 165 per minute. After stabilizing this patient, which of the following would be the … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions- Medical Question of the Day- 47

A 32-year-old recently divorced woman presents to her physician with visual disturbances that have persisted for 3 days. She reports difficulty with her vision. Upon examination, she exhibits tunnel vision and significant weakness in plantar flexion, despite being able to walk on her tiptoes without any issues. All laboratory tests and imaging studies return normal … Read more

Pharmacology MCQs- 219

A 62-year-old woman with a history of type 2 diabetes complains of nausea and bloating for the last three months. Gastric emptying studies confirm the diagnosis of diabetic gastroparesis. What is the first line therapy for this patient? A-Clindamycin B-Metoclopramide C-Omeprazole D-Ondansetron E-Sodium bicarbonate Answer Diabetic gastroparesis is characterized by delayed stomach emptying which leads … Read more

Pharmacology MCQs- 218

A 45-year-old man is admitted to the hospital for a scheduled surgery. Two days later, he develops fever, chills, cough and chest pain.  This hospital has reported several cases of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in the last 3 months. What should have been given to this patient to prevent his infection with MRSA? A-Ampicillin B-Ciprofloxacin … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1- 293

A 14-year-old student is brought to the emergency room complaining of severe abdominal pain. Diagnostic tests reveal high serum levels of δ-aminolevulinate and porphobilinogen and low level of uroporphyrinogen I synthetase in urine. Given the above test results, which of the following symptoms would be presented in this case? A- Hypotension B- Polyphagia C- Neuropsychiatric … Read more

Pharmacology MCQs- 217

A 72-year-old woman presents to her physician complaining of abdominal pain and frequent episodes of burning micturition. After physical examination and laboratory tests, she is diagnosed with urinary tract infection. She is prescribed gentamicin in addition to other medications. What is the most likely complication attributed to this antibiotic? A-Hepatic toxicity B-Hearing loss C-Thrombocytopenia D-Agranulocytosis … Read more