Search results for "Physical exam"
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for β-thalassemia intermedia
A 35-year-old man is evaluated during a routine visit for β-thalassemia intermedia. One year ago, he began requiring erythrocyte transfusions every 4 to 6 months for symptomatic anemia. He has no other symptoms or medical problems, and his only medication is folic acid. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate additional management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/09/12/3.htm
12 Sep 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Risk assessment in a healthy patient
A 45-year-old man is evaluated during a routine visit. He reports no symptoms, and his medical and family history are unremarkable. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate cardiovascular disease assessment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/09/05/3.htm
5 Sep 2023
Universal health care, alcohol misuse, and the inpatient exam
Readers respond to recent coverage.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/09/letters.htm
1 Sep 2023
MKSAP Quiz: 3-year history of erythema, flaking
A 78-year-old man is evaluated for a 3-year history of erythema and flaking on the scalp and face. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/09/mksap-quiz-3-year-history-of-erythema-flaking.htm
1 Sep 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for dyspnea
A 79-year-old man is evaluated for dyspnea that has been worsening insidiously over the past year. He has an 8-year history of severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, with no exacerbations in the past year. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/08/29/3.htm
29 Aug 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for ankylosing spondylitis
A 35-year-old woman is evaluated in follow-up for a recent diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis. Despite the use of three different NSAIDs and physical therapy, she continues to have night pain and morning stiffness/pain lasting more than 1 hour. Following a physical exam and pelvic radiograph, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/08/22/3.htm
22 Aug 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for daytime sleepiness
A 72-year-old man is evaluated for daytime sleepiness. His wife notes that he snores. He sleeps 8 hours each night. On most days of the week, he feels sleepy and will nap for 45 minutes. Following a physical exam and review of a previous procedure, what is the most appropriate test?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/08/08/3.htm
8 Aug 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for acute cystitis
A 26-year-old woman is evaluated for acute cystitis of 2 days' duration. She is pregnant at 10 weeks' gestation. Following a physical exam and dipstick urinalysis, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/07/11/3.htm
11 Jul 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for right calf pain
A 24-year-old woman is evaluated for pain in the right calf since yesterday. She reports no shortness of breath, cough, or chest pain. Her medical history is unremarkable. Following a physical exam and ultrasound, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/07/04/3.htm
4 Jul 2023
Useful physical exam skills for inpatient assessment
This month's expert discusses measuring vital signs, orthostatic hypertension, and the cardiac exam in the context of inpatient care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/07/useful-physical-exam-skills-for-inpatient-assessment.htm
1 Jul 2023