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Anemia with dark colored urine--the likely etiology is ?
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hemolysis:
HELLP, autoimmuine hemolytic anemia, sickle cell, nitrofurantoin + G6PD deficiency |
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Most common type of anemia in pregnancy
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iron deficiency
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Anemia, jaundice, thrombocytopenia in a pregnant woman
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HELLP
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What is a possible danger in antibiotic treatment of pyelonephritis?
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ARDS, from endotoxin release as bacteria are lysed; toxins leak into tissues
Treatment is supportive with O2, fluid monitoring, possible intubation. |
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What is the most common cause of sepsis in pregnant women?
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Pyelonephritis
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If pyelonephritis treated with IV antibiotics does not improve in 48-72 hours, suspect ?
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urinary tract obstruction (ureterolithiasis) or perinephritic abscess
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Most common agent of pyelo in pregnancy?
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E coli
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T/F ARDS can cause preterm labor.
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true
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How is a DVT managed in pregnancy?
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With heparin only; coumadin is not used because it is teratogenic.
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T/F Platelets are normally elevated in pregnancy.
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False. They are low; the lower limit of normal is 120,000 rather than 150,000.
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What are some longterm side effects of heparin?
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osteoporosis
thrombocytopenia |
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What is contraindicated for a woman with prior DVT?
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combination birth control pills or other drugs with estrogen
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The most common location of DVTs in pregnant women are lower extremities and ?
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pelvic veins
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What is the major risk factor to consider when assessing breast masses?
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Age
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How often should breast exams be performed?
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Every 3 years from age 20-39
Every 2 years from age 40-49 Annually after 50 |
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What is the false negative rate of mammograms?
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10%
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How do you assess for breast cancer in a woman with saline implants?
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Mammography is still the best initial study.
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What is the most common type of tumor in women younger than 30 years?
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cystic teratoma / dermoid cysts
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What is struma ovarii, and what symptoms would you expect with it?
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An ovarian tumor with thyroid tissue, (rarely) producing symptoms of hyperthyroidism; usually asymptomatic
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What is the treatment for struma ovarii?
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cystectomy or salpingo-oophorectomy
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