A 43-year-old female is admitted for evaluation of nausea, emesis, ataxia, and dizziness. Previous medical history reveals HIV (+) status for 4 years with the most recent CD4 count of 100/mm3. Vital signs and neurologic examination are normal. MRI shows 2 ring-enhancing lesions of the basal ganglia, each approximately 1 cm in diameter. The patient is treated with sulfadiazine plus pyrimethamine and she is discharged following rehydration. Within 1 week, the patient’s symptoms improve and a second MRI 4 weeks later shows a significant reduction in the size of the lesions. Which of the following conditions is the most likely diagnosis for this patient?

The temporomandibular joint (between your jaw and skull) is a synovial joint. It contains within it a fibrocartilaginous articular disk. True or False: damage to the center of this disk is unlikely to heal on its own without surgical repair.

An epiphyseal plate is considered to be a:

What type of cells are depicted in stage A? (Note: “resorption” refers to the break down of bone tissue).

The internal opening or passage that remains in the center of the osteon in Step “D” is called the _______________.

Decreased force placed on bones, as may happen if a patient is bed-bound for several weeks, will result in an increase in bone matrix production.

A side effect of some medicines may be a decrease in the amount of synovial fluid produced. Which of the following is the likely symptom or result of this side effect?  Choose all that apply.

How do scientists determine the age of fossils?

Identify 2 physical agents that would be utilized for the following case scenario. Utilize the chart to answer all required questions. 75-year-old man referred with a diagnosis of OA of the hands and an order to evaluate and treat. Pt c/o stiffness, aching and pain in all joints of the hand making it difficult to grip cooking utensils, write, and perform normal household tasks.  Modality (identify pre or post treatment)Desired Physiological Effect & Rationale for useContraindications (at least 3)Precautions (at least 3)Treatment Parameters

Match the following test and it’s purpose