Thyroid Disease
The most common cause of hypothyroidism worldwide.
Iodine deficiency
A flat, discolored spot on the skin, less than 1 cm in diameter.
Macule
The most common clinical manifestation of osteoporosis.
Vertebral fracture
What is the One Key Question to routinely ask women about their reproductive health needs?
Would you like to become pregnant in the next year?
The prevalence of thyroid nodules due to cancer is higher in all the following EXCEPT:
(A) Children
(B) Patients with Hx of head and neck irradiation
(C) Fam Hx of thyroid CA
(D) Men
(D) Men
A solid raised lesion that has distinct borders and is less than 1 cm in diameter.
Papule
The recommended daily intake of calcium and Vit. D.
Calcium = 1200 mg
Vit. D = 800 IU
Define amenorrhea.
Absence of bleeding for at least three usual cycle lengths.
What type of medication is used to treat the common symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
Beta-blockers
A solid, raised, flat-topped lesion greater than 1 cm in diameter.
Plaque
The majority of osteoporosis-related fractures result from _____.
Falls
The uterus and cervix receive sympathetic innervation from what spinal levels?
T10 - L2
What are the 3 main treatment options for Grave’s hyperthyroidism?
A thionamide, radioiodine, or surgery.
A raised solid lesion greater than 1 cm in diameter.
Nodule
Name at least 3 lifestyle measures to reduce bone loss in postmenopausal women.
1. Adequate calcium & Vit. D
2. Exercise
3. Smoking cessation
4. Fall prevention counseling
5. Avoid heavy ETOH use
What is the most common cause of maternal mortality in the world?
Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH)
This U.S. President and his First Lady had Grave’s Disease.
George H.W. Bush & Barbara Bush
Circumscribed fluid-filled lesions greater than 1 cm in diameter
Bullae
What is considered to be a significant prospective height loss (difference between current height and a previously documented height measurement)?
0.8 inches (2 cm)
Name at least 2 benefits of breastfeeding for mothers.
Lower risk of:
- Type 2 DM
- Certain types of breast cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Endometrial CA
- Heart disease
- Post-partum blood loss