PLE Category: Internal Medicine

PLE-2241

A 48-year-old male, hospitalized due to sepsis, suddenly develops severe dyspnea at rest and agitation. Physical findings showed hypoxemia and cold extremities. A chest radiograph was done, revealing diffuse interstitial infiltrates with ground glass changes. Which of the following treatments is important in the management of his condition?

PLE-2237

Which of the following prophylactic antibiotics is especially indicated in a splenectomized patient?

PLE-2238

Which of the following drugs is the first-line treatment for acute uncomplicated cystitis in non-pregnant women?

PLE-2235

What is the most useful test for distinguishing prerenal acute renal failure from intrinsic renal failure?

PLE-2236

What is the role of iodides in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?

PLE-2232

What is a vascular phenomenon that is included as a minor criteria in the diagnosis of Infective Endocarditis?

PLE-2233

What is the most common arrhythmia causing out-of-hospital deaths from myocardial infarction?

PLE-2234

What will happen if ventricular tachycardia lasts for more than 30 seconds and is not terminated by therapy?

PLE-2228

Which laboratory test is the most sensitive test for pheochromocytoma?