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Quadriceps weakness is characteristic of:

A. hypothyroidism B. hyperthyroidism C. Addison's disease D. Cushing's disease

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Cushing's disease causes proximal muscle weakness (e.g., quadriceps) from cortisol-induced catabolism.

In myxedema the significant ECG changes are:

A. the ECG shows high voltage B. the ECG shows low voltage & flattened T-waves C. right axis deviation D. peaked P-waves

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Myxedema causes low voltage and flattened T-waves due to pericardial effusion and reduced cardiac activity.

Islet cells tumors cause the following:

A. ascites B. hyperglycemia and glycosuria C. fatty infiltration of the liver D. hypoglycemia with fatigue, hunger, sweats and apprehension

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Insulinomas (islet cell tumors) cause hypoglycemia, leading to fatigue, hunger, and sweating.

Fanconi syndrome

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

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Fanconi syndrome causes phosphaturia, lowering serum phosphorus.

Asthma

A. liver chemistries abnormal B. abdominal pain C. eosinophilia D. blood culture

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Asthma is associated with eosinophilia from allergic inflammation.

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