#1
Which of the following is a recognized risk factor for the development of osteoporosis?
#2
A 45-year-old female presents with a swollen, painful joint that is warm to touch and has limited range of motion. Laboratory analysis of joint fluid reveals a leukocyte count of 20,000/mm³ with predominantly neutrophils. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#3
A 35-year-old male presents with recurrent episodes of painful urination, frequency, urgency, and suprapubic discomfort. Urinalysis shows pyuria and bacteriuria. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#4
A 55-year-old female presents with progressive fatigue, palpitations, and unintentional weight loss. On examination, there is an enlarged thyroid gland with palpable nodules. Laboratory tests reveal elevated thyroid hormone levels. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#5
A 50-year-old male presents with a sudden onset of severe right lower quadrant abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. On examination, there is tenderness and guarding at McBurney's point. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#6
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Graves' disease?
#7
A 50-year-old obese male with a history of poorly controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus presents with a sudden onset of severe chest pain, diaphoresis, and dyspnea. His ECG shows ST-segment elevation in leads II, III, and aVF. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#8
A 30-year-old female presents with fatigue, cold intolerance, and weight gain over the past few months. On examination, there is diffuse thyroid enlargement and a bruit over the thyroid gland. Laboratory tests reveal elevated thyroid hormone levels. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#9
Which of the following medications is commonly used for the treatment of essential hypertension?
#10
A 70-year-old male presents with progressive dysphagia to solids and liquids, weight loss, and regurgitation of undigested food. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#11
A 45-year-old male presents with sudden-onset severe chest pain radiating to the back. On examination, blood pressure in the right arm is 180/100 mmHg, and in the left arm is 110/70 mmHg. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#12
A 65-year-old female presents with progressive dyspnea on exertion, fatigue, and pedal edema. She has a history of rheumatic fever. On examination, there is a loud holosystolic murmur best heard at the apex, and an S3 gallop rhythm is present. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#13
A 60-year-old male presents with a sudden-onset severe headache described as the 'worst headache of my life'. On examination, neck stiffness is noted. What is the most likely diagnosis?
#14
Which of the following is a typical symptom of acute pancreatitis?
#15