42 y/o female presents to emergency department with complaints of sudden onset of intermittent dizziness that is worse with position changes of head. On physical exam she is alert and oriented, speech clear, face symmetric, and no unilateral weakness. Head CT is negative for acute findings. What is the likely diagnosis?
Read DetailsA patient presents with complaints of right shoulder pain for 3 weeks that has slowly gotten worse over time. The patient is a painter and has been on a job where he has been painting ceilings, requiring overhead reach for prolonged periods to do so. Denies any fall or injury of the arm/shoulder. Shoulder pain is located over the anterior to lateral shoulder area and radiates into the upper arm. Pain seems to be worse at night and patient describes as a deep ache making it difficult to sleep at night. Pain is worse when lying on the shoulder or if he sleeps with his arms overhead. The patient continues to have full range of motion despite pain. 2 view should x-rays are negative for fracture. Based on this history, treatment for this patient includes all of the following, except:
Read DetailsA patient presents with complaints of intermittent calf pain and numbness. On exam, the AGACNP notes paleness with hair loss to the lower extremities with diminished pedal pulses. Lower extremity skin is dry, thin, and shiny. The patient has a history of diabetes, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and tobacco use. What condition does this most likely describe?
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