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MKSAP quiz: Severe anxiety and repetitive behavior
A 25-year-old man evaluated during a new patient visit is concerned about his ability to arrive on time at a new job because every morning before leaving his apartment, he feels compelled to perform multiple checks to ensure that all electronic devices are turned off and all windows and doors are locked. What is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/08/03/3.htm
3 Aug 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of weight gain, easy bruising
A 52-year-old woman is evaluated for a 1-year history of a 6.8-kg (15-lb) weight gain, easy bruising, hypertension, and worsening diabetes control. Lab studies reveal hypercortisolism. What is the most likely cause?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/07/20/3.htm
20 Jul 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up discussion of test results
A 26-year-old woman is seen for follow-up discussion of test results. Three days ago, she was evaluated for a 1-week history of a nonpruritic rash that appears to be resolving since the initial evaluation. The patient reports no recent history of oral or genital ulcers. Following a physical exam and lab results, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/14/3.htm
14 Sep 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Mass in right axilla
A 63-year-old woman is evaluated for a mass in her right axilla. She first noticed the mass 2 months ago. She has also had a persistent cough. She was diagnosed 3 years ago with stage IIB right breast cancer for which she underwent lumpectomy, chemotherapy, and breast irradiation. Following a physical exam, chest radiograph, and CT scan, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/11/23/3.htm
23 Nov 2021
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: Enlarging, painful inguinal lymph node
A 56-year-old man is evaluated for an enlarging, painful inguinal lymph node he first noticed 1 month ago. He has a history of follicular lymphoma of 8 years' duration. Following a physical exam, lab tests, and PET/CT scan, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/10/05/3.htm
5 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: COPD evaluated during a routine visit
A 66-year-old man with a history of COPD is evaluated during a routine visit. He is able to walk one flight of stairs and one block before he develops dyspnea. He was last treated for two acute exacerbations of COPD within the last year, one of which required hospitalization. Following a physical exam and other tests, what patient characteristics place him at highest risk for a recurrent acute exacerbation?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/03/09/3.htm
9 Mar 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: 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