A 33 y/o female presents with new onset of patchy alopecia.  When you examine her scalp, you note stubby hairs that are tapered on the periphery of the bald spot and central scaling with an erythematous, raised border.  What tests would you order to help with making a diagnosis?

*If a patient has had an URI for a least 7 days the presence of which signs and symptoms would confirm the diagnosis of sinusitis

Match the following historical figures with their respective roles and contributions during the Civil War:

A company that sells shares on the stock market must produce an Income Statement every quarter.

  You are reviewing the chart of Mr. Janssen, a 65 year old man. At his last visit, he complained of chest pain and shortness of air, occurring when he would walk fairly long distances.  They resolved with rest. Today, he reports the episodes are still occuring, but have changed, as they are sometimes associated with nausea and vomiting.  He is still able to relieve the symptoms with rest, however. With this new information, you believe that his diagnosis is likely:

Urine-free cortisol is one of four diagnostic tests recommended for Cushing’s syndrome.

*Your friend brings his 85 y/o father to your practice because he is having new onset trouble remembering things and being oriented.  He talked to him 3 days ago and he was fine.  But, today, he found him in the living room with his pajamas on looking for his car keys.  He has a fever today of 102F.  Past medical history consists of arthritis, hypertension and BPH.  Which of the following tests would be a easy way to tell what could be going on?

How many weeks should you plan for anaerobic conditioning?

Mr. Resch was diagnosed with hyperlipidemia six months ago.  He declined medications & has been exercising regularly and has changed to a low fat diet.  Results of his fasting lipid panel last week are: Total cholesterol – 202, LDL – 176, HDL 33, and VLDL 22. His 10 year risk of major CV event is 12.1%. Which of the following would be the most appropriate class of medication to prescribe for Mr. Resch’s hyperlipidemia?

A patient is newly diagnosed with Grave’s disease and you decide to prescribe Methimazole 5 mg TID. What information is important for the patient to know regarding follow-up?