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MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for low back pain
A 47-year-old man is evaluated for low back pain. The pain began 5 days ago while he was playing basketball. It is localized to the lumbar back and does not radiate. The patient is unable to sit or stand for long periods, but the pain improves when lying down. After a physical exam, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/05/17/4.htm
17 May 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Chronic intermittent nonbloody diarrhea
A 25-year-old woman is evaluated for chronic intermittent nonbloody diarrhea with associated abdominal cramping, burping, and bloating. Symptoms began several months ago. Following a physical exam and stool testing, what is the most likely cause of this patient's diarrheal illness?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/05/18/3.htm
18 May 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Routine follow-up appointment with schizophrenia
A 56-year-old man is evaluated during a routine follow-up appointment. He has schizophrenia treated with olanzapine. Currently, the patient experiences no hallucinations or delusions. He is otherwise healthy. Following a physical exam, what should also be monitored in this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/10/26/3.htm
26 Oct 2021
MKSAP quiz: medical history of mitral regurgitation
A 45-year-old man undergoes a pre-employment physical examination. Medical history is notable for aortic coarctation with an end-to-end anastomosis performed at 4 years of age. During a physical exam, a grade 2/6 mid-peaking systolic murmur is noted at the second right intercostal space. What is the most likely cause of this patient's systolic murmur?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/06/29/3.htm
29 Jun 2021
MKSAP Quiz: A 3-year history of decline in cognition
A 60-year-old man is evaluated for a 3-year history of gradual, progressive decline in his cognition, behavior, and motor skills. Following a physical exam, MRI, and neuropsychological testing, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/28/3.htm
28 Sep 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Last menstrual period more than 12 months ago
A 48-year-old woman is evaluated during a routine examination. She reports that her last menstrual period was more than 12 months ago. She states she has occasional hot flushes. Following a physical exam and pregnancy test, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/11/28/3.htm
28 Nov 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Numbness, tingling, weakness in arm
A 35-year-old woman is evaluated for numbness, tingling, and weakness in her left arm that radiates from the shoulder to the fingers. Her symptoms began 3 months ago and appear to be worsening. Following physical and neurological exams and electrodiagnostic studies, what is the most appropriate therapy for this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/04/20/3.htm
20 Apr 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Dark spot on lower lip
A 30-year-old woman is evaluated for a dark spot on the lower lip for several months' duration. Medical history is unremarkable, and she takes no medications. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/03/30/3.htm
30 Mar 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of progressive fatigue, dyspnea, edema
A 62-year-old man is evaluated for a 1-year history of progressive fatigue, dyspnea on exertion, and lower-extremity edema. He has been hospitalized twice in the past year for heart failure. Following a physical exam and electrocardiogram, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/03/23/3.htm
23 Mar 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Epilepsy management
A 35-year-old man is evaluated for a 3-year history of epilepsy. Seizures typically occur twice monthly. Treatment with oxcarbazepine and lamotrigine, although initially reducing seizure frequency, has been largely ineffective. What is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/03/02/3.htm
2 Mar 2021