A 40-year-old biologic male patient is in the clinic for a r…
A 40-year-old biologic male patient is in the clinic for a routine physical examination. The patient is active and walks a dog daily. On examination, his blood pressure is 140/90 and the comprehensive metabolic panel drawn prior to the appointment reveals a fasting glucose of 115 mg/dL. Based on these exam findings, the clinician should do the following (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY):
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You are caring for an 75-year-old patient with a history of angina and new onset fatigue and hair loss. Recent labs revealed an increased TSH and decreased Free T4, indicating a need for treatment for hypothyroidism. Which of the following is the most appropriate medication and dosage for this patient to start?
Read DetailsA patient has been diagnosed with hypertension. Based on thi…
A patient has been diagnosed with hypertension. Based on thier history and age, guideline recommendations indicate they are to begin diuretic therapy. The provider notes clear breath sounds, no organomegaly, and no peripheral edema. The patient’s serum electrolytes are normal and has no contraindications. Based on this information, provider should prescribe:
Read DetailsA 30-year-old caucasian biologic female has a BMI of 26 and…
A 30-year-old caucasian biologic female has a BMI of 26 and weighs 150 lb. At an annual physical examination, the patient’s fasting plasma glucose is 130 mg/dL. The patient walks 1 mile three or four times weekly. She has had two children who weighed 7 lb and 8 lb at birth. Her personal and family histories are noncontributory. The ideal approach for the clinician to take would be to:
Read DetailsA biologic female patient has been taking a COCP and reports…
A biologic female patient has been taking a COCP and reports that, because of frequent changes in her work schedule, she has difficulty remembering to take her pills. The patient decides to change to a vaginal ring. The patient should be instructed to insert the ring:
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