Charcot joint may complicate

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Charcot joint may complicate:

A. tabes dorsalis B. diabetic neuropathy C. syringomyelia D. all of these

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Charcot joints (neuropathic arthropathy) occur in tabes dorsalis, diabetic neuropathy, and syringomyelia due to loss of sensation.

In the majority of cases of acute pancreatitis, glucosuria is:

A. transient B. permanent C. only occurs in fulminating cases D. found only during recovery

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Transient glucosuria in acute pancreatitis reflects temporary beta-cell stress from inflammation.

Aldosteronism

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

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Primary aldosteronism causes hypokalemia from potassium wasting.

Addison's disease

A. liver chemistries abnormal B. abdominal pain C. eosinophilia D. skin pigmented

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Addison's disease features skin hyperpigmentation from ACTH excess.

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.

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