bph
true/ false: BPH predisposes a patient to prostate cancer
false
A high TSH and a low Free T4 are classic lab findings for this condition.
hypothyroidism
This combination medication for Parkinson’s disease works by providing a precursor to dopamine while preventing its breakdown in the periphery, reducing nausea and improving delivery to the brain
levodopa carbidopa
This viral STI causes painful vesicular lesions and is treated with antivirals such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, or famciclovir.
Herpes
This term describes the gradual decline in testosterone that may cause fatigue, decreased libido, and sometimes erectile dysfunction, though NOT all men experience it.
andropause
This life-threatening complication of type 1 diabetes causes metabolic acidosis due to the accumulation of ketones.
diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
A CD4 count below this level officially defines the progression from HIV to AIDS.
200 cells/mm³
what color should the urine be in CBI?
what color is concerning?
expected finding: light pink
Abnormal: dark red
This medication is the first-line hormone replacement therapy for hypothyroidism.
levothyroxine
4 major symptoms for PD
bradykinesia, tremors, rigidity, postural instability
This infection causes thick, white ‘cottage cheese’ discharge, itching, and is treated with fluconazole.
vulvovaginal candidiasis
ED medications can cause headache, flushing, and nasal congestion, but this prolonged, painful erection is the medical emergency nurses watch for.
priapism
Excessive vomiting can cause loss of stomach acid, leading to this acid-base disturbance
metabolic alkalosis
This daily medication is taken by HIV-negative individuals at high risk to prevent infection before exposure occurs
PrEp
This combination of assessments is used to evaluate for bph
one involves palpating the posterior prostate for enlargement, and the other measures a protein in the blood that rises with prostate growth or inflammation.
Digital rectal exam (DRE) and PSA (prostate specific antigen)
Severe untreated hypothyroidism can progress to this emergency characterized by hypothermia, bradycardia, hypotension, and altered mental status.
myxedema coma
This imaging study can help evaluate dopamine activity in the brain and assist in diagnosing Parkinson’s disease when symptoms are unclear.”
PET scans
This STI is treated with Benzathine penicillin G IM (can also be treated with doxycycline or tetracycline if pcn allergy)
syphillis
These ED medications must NEVER be taken with this class of heart drugs due to the risk of severe, life-threatening hypotension.
Nitrates
Hypoventilation from COPD or drug overdose leads to CO₂ retention and this type of acid base imbalance
respiratory acidosis
These medications, taken daily, suppress the HIV virus and prevent replication.
antiretroviral therapies (ART)
This BPH medication, a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, can reduce prostate size but may cause decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, gynecomastia, and is so teratogenic that pregnant women should avoid handling crushed tablets.
Finasteride
After a thyroidectomy, this electrolyte imbalance can occur if the parathyroid glands are accidentally damaged, leading to tingling, numbness, and muscle cramps.
hypocalcemia
This anticholinergic medication is often used to help reduce tremors in Parkinson’s but is avoided in older adults due to confusion and anticholinergic side effects.
Benzotropine
This STI causes a green, frothy discharge, strawberry cervix, and is treated with metronidazole.
trichomoniasis
This hormone becomes ELEVATED in menopause because the ovaries stop producing estrogen, removing the negative feedback loop.
FSH
pH 7.28, PaCO₂ 50 mmHg, HCO₃⁻ 24 mEq/L
Respiratory acidosis, uncompensated
This regimen is started within 72 hours of a potential HIV exposure to prevent infection.
These alpha-1 blockers used for BPH improve urine flow but can cause orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, and syncope, so patients are taught to rise slowly and often take them at night.
Tamsulosin (Flomax) and doxazosin
differentiate manifestations between myxedema coma & thyroid storm
(how is it presented in gi? skin temp? cardiovascular? respirations? meds for treatment?)
Myxedema Coma (Severe Hypothyroidism)
GI: Constipation, decreased bowel sounds
Skin/Temp: Cold, dry skin; hypothermia
Cardiovascular: Bradycardia, hypotension
Respirations: Hypoventilation, CO₂ retention
Treatment: IV levothyroxine, warming, IV fluids, airway support
Thyroid Storm (Severe Hyperthyroidism)
GI: Diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting
Skin/Temp: Hot, sweaty skin; hyperthermia (very high fever)
Cardiovascular: Tachycardia, hypertension, arrhythmias
Respirations: Tachypnea
Treatment: PTU or methimazole, beta-blockers, iodine, glucocorticoids, cooling, fluids
This fluctuation seen in long-term levodopa therapy causes patients to rapidly shift between good mobility and sudden immobility, often without warning.
On-off syndrome
This overgrowth of normal vaginal flora causes a fishy odor and clue cells on wet mount.
What is bacterial vaginosis (BV)
This non-hormonal medication treats hot flashes by blocking neurokinin-3 receptors instead of replacing estrogen.
Veozah (fezolinetant)
pH 7.33, PaCO₂ 60 mmHg, HCO₃⁻ 32 mEq/L
Respiratory acidosis, partially compensated
PEP therapy is continued for this length of time to reduce the risk of HIV infection.
28 days (4 weeks)