Aldosteronism

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Aldosteronism

A. low phosphorus B. high phosphorus C. low serum potassium D. Purpura

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Primary aldosteronism causes hypokalemia from potassium wasting.

hyperthyroidism

A. warm, moist skin B. hair is brittle and dry C. large tongue and hoarseness D. means-leraman scratch

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Hyperthyroidism features warm, moist skin, fine tremor, and atrial fibrillation.

An elevated fasting level of insulin after an overnight fast is rather specific for insulinoma

A. TRUE B. FALSE C. D.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: High fasting insulin with hypoglycemia is highly specific for insulinoma.

low back pin maw be due to:

A. genitourinary disease B. muscle strain C. iliolumbar ligament strain D. all of these

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Low back pain can arise from all listed causes "GU disease, muscle strain, ligament issues, or lordosis.

Vertigo is caused by each of the following, except:

A. otosclerosis B. cerberollopontine angle tumor C. meniere's disease D. acute labyrinthitis

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Otosclerosis causes hearing loss, not vertigo; the others affect vestibular function.

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